Get Web Hosting for Your Business
If you want to get your business online, you need web hosting. It gives your website a place to store its files so people can visit it online. The functions like uploading a website and creating unlimited email addresses . You get back end access to a Cpanel account where you can also access your security features like SSL . At Starcom, you can get web hosting for your business, along with email addresses that use your own domain name.
You do not need to start with an expensive package. Choose a hosting plan that suits your website and upgrade when you need more space. The only difference is space as all hosting accounts are equal , this includes Unlimited Sub Domains,
Unlimited Email Accounts, Unlimited MySQL Databases. No need for extra payments or hidden costs .
Why Get Web Hosting from Starcom?
Your website is an important part of your business. It gives customers a place to find your contact details, products and services. With your own website, you also have more control over how people see your business online. Choosing and registering the right domain helps potential clients remember your website and email addresses.
Starcom offers web hosting on servers located in Johannesburg, South Africa, with a minimum 99% uptime target , guaranteeing you quicker downloads of your website. Hosting packages include unlimited email accounts, subdomains and MySQL databases, subject to available storage and package limits.
You also get access to a control panel. Use it to manage email accounts, upload website files and install applications such as WordPress, Joomla and WHMCS. You also get to manage your free SSL certificate and many other features.
How Much Does Web Hosting Cost?
Starcom offers hosting from R49 per month. This is also an option if you need professional business email addresses but do not have a website yet. This creates a more professional look of your company , with more trust and stability.
For example, you can use an address such as info@yourcompany.co.za instead of a free Gmail or Hotmail account. A branded email address gives customers a direct way to contact your business. It also enables clients to find your website and any info they may need urgently.
If you need a domain name too, Starcom offers a free .co.za domain when you pay for a qualifying hosting package a year in advance. The hosting package is also reduced , giving you more discount added.
Get Hosting with SSL Protection
Website security matters. That is why Starcom includes SSL certificates with its hosting packages. An SSL certificate allows your website to use HTTPS and helps protect information sent between your website and its visitors. Online payments are also more secure with a https:// with your domain , it gives paying clients trust that your site is secure
You can also choose a paid SSL certificate if your website needs additional features.
Get Started with Hosting
Ready to get hosting? Choose a package based on your website space and email needs. You can compare the available options online and order the package that suits your business.
Frequently Asked Questions About Web Hosting
1. What is web hosting and why does my business need it?
Web hosting provides the space and services needed to store your website files and make your website available online. Without hosting, visitors cannot access your website through your domain name.
2. How much does web hosting cost at Starcom?
Starcom web hosting packages start from R49 per month. You can choose a package based on the storage space your website needs and upgrade as your business grows.
3. Can I get web hosting without having a website?
Yes. You can use a hosting package for professional business email addresses, even if you do not have a website yet. For example, you can create addresses such as info@yourcompany.co.za using your own domain name.
4. Does web hosting include email accounts?
Yes. Starcom hosting packages include unlimited email accounts, subject to available storage and package limits. You can create business email addresses using your registered domain name.
5. Do I need a domain name before I can get web hosting?
You will need a domain name to publish a website under your own web address. If you do not have one yet, you can register a domain separately. Starcom also offers a free .co.za domain with qualifying hosting packages paid annually in advance.
6. Can I upgrade my web hosting package later?
Yes. You can start with a package that provides enough space for your current website and upgrade when you need more storage. This allows your hosting to grow as your website and business expand.
7. Does Starcom web hosting include SSL?
Yes. Starcom includes an SSL certificate with its hosting packages. SSL allows your website to use HTTPS and helps protect information sent between your website and its visitors.
8. Can I install WordPress on my hosting account?
Yes. Starcom provides access to a hosting control panel where you can install applications such as WordPress, Joomla and WHMCS, depending on your requirements.
9. Where are Starcom’s web hosting servers located?
Starcom’s web hosting servers are located in Johannesburg, South Africa. The hosting service has a minimum 99% uptime target, helping keep your website accessible to visitors.
10. What is included in a Starcom web hosting package?
Starcom hosting packages include unlimited email accounts, subdomains and MySQL databases, subject to storage and package limits. You also get access to a control panel, website file management, application installation and an SSL certificate.
