Self-hosting – This means running your own server, but it requires technical skills. Since you’re new to this, commercial shared hosting is probably your best choice.
Shared hosting – This is easier and most hosts have a one-click WordPress installation, so you don’t have to worry about setting up databases manually.
Check the recommended hosts in the sidebar—most of them support PHP and MySQL, which is what WordPress needs.
Another option is Cloudflare Pages, which lets you host a static copy of WordPress for free. But this setup disables interactive features like comments and real-time updates, so it’s not ideal if you want a dynamic site.
@Valentina
I still don’t understand a lot of the terms, but I’ll learn! I checked the recommendations and I think I’ll go with NixiHost for now. Can I switch hosting later?
Nash said: @Valentina
I still don’t understand a lot of the terms, but I’ll learn! I checked the recommendations and I think I’ll go with NixiHost for now. Can I switch hosting later?
Yes, you can migrate your WordPress site to another host later.
Just keep in mind that if you prepay for a year of hosting, that time doesn’t transfer if you move to a new host. Some hosts offer prorated refunds, but not all of them.
Nash said: @Valentina
I still don’t understand a lot of the terms, but I’ll learn! I checked the recommendations and I think I’ll go with NixiHost for now. Can I switch hosting later?
Yes, you can change later.
That said, stay away from NixiHost—they tend to have poor customer support and don’t cater well to beginners.
I’d go with a shared hosting plan that includes cPanel.
BigScoots is a solid choice, and their support is helpful for beginners.
Once you sign up, your host will provide instructions on how to point your domain to their server. You can install WordPress in just a few clicks using cPanel.