What is the cost of hosting a website?
The cost of hosting a website depends on a number of factors. At MijnHostingPartner.com we have put together an affordable package for you to get started with right away. In this blog post, we will look at the options and costs of these products!
The first cost of hosting a website, the domain name.
A domain name is your address on the Internet, a domain name that you are free to choose and register yourself. As long as it has not been registered by another party. So remember your domain name and check if it is still available. Sometimes it can be fast or your desired domain name is already registered. So hurry as soon as you think of one!
The cost of a domain name depends on the extension you choose. If you register a domain name with the ending .nl .be or .eu at MijnHostingPartner.nl, you pay only 2,50 € without VAT for the first year. And afterwards for the renewal 7,- € without VAT. You can find the current prices on our website by simply entering your desired domain name. You will then immediately see the costs.
Also, a domain name is an annual recurring item, as are almost all of our packages discussed below. We are often asked if the cost of a domain name is a one-time payment, but that is not the case. Once you do not renew a domain name annually, it becomes free again after a quarantine period. And it can be freely registered again by anyone. Fortunately, we send timely and multiple emails reminding you of this purpose.
Free open source content management systems
After choosing the domain name, the next step is to choose the system that underlies your website. Nowadays, it is not necessary to clone code to create a website. But this can be easily done with a content management system, or CMS for short. Free open-source content management systems allow you to create a website on your own without incurring additional software costs.
Some popular content management systems include WordPress, Joomla and Umbraco. With WordPress and Joomla, you also have access to thousands of free themes and plug-ins. With these, you can easily make your website your own. And change the entire layout and design to your liking with the click of a button. You can also add additional features with a plug-in.
Package selection for the chosen content management system
Once you've chosen a content management system, you can select a package; these are the only costs involved in hosting a website, along with the cost of registering the domain name. If you want to keep it as cheap as possible, you can opt for a regular Total Hosting package. For the lowest price, you will then get a stable and inexpensive package for hosting your hobby website or small portfolio. However, if you want to create or host a website for business purposes, you should opt for a Total SSD package. The difference lies in the data storage method, where an SSD, like a laptop, is many times faster than a traditional hard drive where the total package is stored. This benefits the speed of your website, which can bring many advantages.
When choosing a .NET content management system, it is best to opt for one of our .NET packages. These packages offer you the opportunity to host with the cheapest Windows hosting in the Netherlands. Without compromising on quality with your own application pool and resources.
Other costs that are optional
With a package and a domain name, you're done in most cases. With a total package, you have everything you need to set up a website. This includes no less than 25 GB of disk space, email, databases, and various tools to get you started. However, there are always ways to expand your package further.
If you want to offer services or products on your website, it is also advisable to purchase a paid SSL certificate. This is the well-known browser lock that is mandatory as soon as personal data can be entered on your website. For example, as soon as you have a contact form. With the standard package, you have the option to handle this yourself with a free certificate. However, there is no guarantee for this. You can also choose an SSL certificate from Sectigo. Would you like to learn more about the advantages of a paid SSL certificate? Then read our previous blog on this topic.
You may also have additional costs outside of us, such as the cost of a paid theme for WordPress or Umbraco. Or a premium plugin that better suits your needs. So it's often useful to list the additional costs you want for a website. So that you have a clear overview.
How did you make your website the cheapest? Let us know!
