Hey InstaWP Family, we’ve got some exciting news to share! ?
You asked, and we listened. The demand for a seamless, WordPress-optimized hosting solution has been echoing through our community, and today, we’re thrilled to introduce InstaWP Live – your hassle-free ticket to hosting heaven! ?
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The Backstory
InstaWP has always been about empowering you to build, manage, and migrate your WordPress websites effortlessly. People use our tool to craft sites in seconds. The platform has developers, designers, testers, migration support people, freelancers, and agencies as its users.
Over time, we’ve noticed a surge in “Why don’t you guys offer hosting” questions.
Valid point, for sure.
You wanted hosting simplicity that perfectly complements the magic of InstaWP.
As we delved into your messages, emails, and feedback, it was evident that InstaWP needed to evolve into a platform for everything starting from staging to live. So, we heard you, and we acted.
The Result?
In 2021, we solved staging for WordPress, 30,000+ users use InstaWP as their daily driver to build dev or staging websites. Today, we solve WordPress Hosting with InstaWP Live – finally, a hosting service truly optimized for WordPress. A Complete cycle, we believe.
Extending Our Thanks to Early Adopters (aka Beta Testers ?)
You might already know that we launched an Early Adopters Program for InstaWP Live. Through it, we signed up 508 users as our Early Adopters.
The purpose of this soft launch was to understand if our users will like this new service.
Our Early Adopters witnessed firsthand how InstaWP Live streamlined their website development process by offering exceptional speed, reliability, and ease of use for the live site. Their clients could already see the difference in hosting service’s quality.
Feedback? We received heartwarming emails in past one week. These users praised the transformative impact of our WordPress hosting solution, emphasizing its seamless integration, exceptional speed, and hassle-free staging to live process.
There were also talks about what they would want next (trust us, we are already on it ?).
To summarize, we got awesome feedback in past few days. Plus, the experiences and insights from early adopters have guided us in refining and enhancing our hosting service.
A heartfelt thank you to these early adopters for being integral to our journey! ??
What is InstaWP Live?
Imagine starting with a staging website, collaborating with your team and clients in real-time, and with just a click, going live! InstaWP Live transforms your development process into a fluid experience, making it easy for you to bring your website to life.
Our service isn’t just managed WordPress hosting; it’s a meticulously crafted solution designed for WordPress enthusiasts by WordPress enthusiasts.
Our server infrastructure, powered by Automattic’s cloud, is optimized for WordPress. This isn’t a mere hosting service – it’s your website’s new home, finely tuned for speed, reliability, and seamless integration.
How to Create and Launch a Site with InstaWP Live?
- Go to the Hosting page.
- Click the + New Site button.
- Choose your option as InstaWP Live from the Select a method to go Live modal.
- Select a pricing plan (per-site cost) to go live.
- Choose your data center, PHP Version, and domain name. Remember, this domain name must be unique.
- Select plugins and/or themes to pre-install if you want.
- Click the Go Live button and confirm that you want to proceed.
Wait for a few seconds, and your website will be live.
Want to host your Live site with your custom domain? That’s possible, even if you are not on a pro plan.
Use the Map Domain option for your live site. You will find it in Actions column > Hosting settings. Follow the guided process and you’re done!
What makes InstaWP Live a Reliable Managed Hosting Solution?
There are tons of things, literally. Let’s tell you about a few of them.
Managed WordPress
InstaWP Live offers a premium managed WordPress service. This means that you not only get hosting but also a set of services that simplify your WordPress experience. This includes automated core and plugin updates, integrated migration tools, and expert support. You can focus on your content while we take care of the technical details.
DDoS Protection
We prioritize the security of your website with robust Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) protection. This shield safeguards your site from malicious attempts to disrupt its normal functioning, ensuring a seamless experience for your WordPress site’s visitors.
Web Application Firewall (WAF)
InstaWP Live is equipped with a Web Application Firewall (WAF) that acts as a protective barrier between your website and potential online threats. It monitors, filters, and blocks harmful traffic, enhancing the overall security of your WordPress site.
Real-time Failover
In the unlikely event of a server failure, InstaWP Live employs real-time failover mechanisms. This means your website automatically switches to a backup server, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous accessibility.
Automated Backups
Your data is crucial, and we understand that. InstaWP Live ensures the safety of your content with automated backups. These regular backups provide a safety net, allowing you to restore your website to a previous state in case of any unexpected issues.
Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Because speed matters, InstaWP Live incorporates a Content Delivery Network (CDN) to accelerate the loading time of your web pages. With CDN, your content is distributed across multiple servers globally. It helps in delivering faster and more reliable access to your audience.
Guaranteed Uptime
We take pride in offering guaranteed uptime for your website. InstaWP Live is designed to keep your site up and running, ensuring that visitors can access your content whenever they want without disruptions.
Advanced Development Tooling
For developers and advanced users, InstaWP Live provides a suite of advanced development tools. From SSH and SFTP for secure file transfers to phpMyAdmin for database management, you have the tools you need for efficient and hassle-free development.
Why Should your Agency Opt for InstaWP Live?
InstaWP, as a platform, is a great aid for WordPress development agencies. Team build sites, manage sites, and migrate them to various hosting platforms already. Now, with an option to launch live sites, we have become a standalone WordPress project delivery tool for all.
- Staging to Live Magic: Yup, the whole process is super-smooth. And we also help you dive into managed WordPress excellence with automated updates and integrated tools.
- Expert Support 24/7: Need tech assistance? Our experts are ready round the clock.
- Agency-Friendly Plans: Scaling up? Unlock massive discounts with our agency pricing. We have flexible solutions that grow with your tech endeavors.
- Pricing that Adapts: InstaWP Live offers affordable plans for every tech pro. As sites increase, costs per site decrease.
Are you on a Professional or Agency plan?
If that’s the case, we’ve got something for you!
- Professional Plan users get InstaWP Live credits of $18, reduced from their bill every month. (worth 1 site of Lite plan).
- Agency Plan users get InstaWP Live credits of $36, reduced from their bill every month. (worth 3 sites of Lite plan).
The Final Word
InstaWP Live isn’t just about hosting; it’s about providing a home for your website that’s optimized for speed, reliability, and seamless integration. It’s about helping WordPress developers build and launch sites faster, that too – without compromising on the performance or uptime for any site.
Ready to elevate your hosting experience? Explore InstaWP Live today! ?✨
