Web hosting giant Bluehost unveils Bluehost Cloud, a new cloud-based hosting solution built specifically for WordPress users with demanding performance needs.
Developed in collaboration with WordPress.com and leveraging their WP Cloud infrastructure, Bluehost Cloud promises features like:
- Guaranteed 100% network uptime: Ensures your website is always accessible to visitors.
- Fast page load times: Delivers a smooth user experience for your website visitors.
- Effortless handling of traffic spikes: No additional charges for unexpected surges in traffic.
Targeting professional users and agencies, Bluehost Cloud is designed to handle high-traffic websites without compromising performance.
“Bluehost Cloud sets the new standard for WordPress speed, reliability, scalability and support,” says Satish Hemachandran, SVP of Hosting at Newfold Digital, parent company of Bluehost.
Bluehost Cloud leverages the robust WP Cloud infrastructure, known for its:
- Real-time backups: Protects your website data in case of any issues.
- Advanced security measures: Includes anti-spam and malware scanning for a secure online presence.
- Built-in Content Delivery Network (CDN): Delivers content from geographically distributed servers for faster loading times.
Bluehost Cloud offers tiered packages starting at an introductory price of $29.99 per month for hosting 1 website, with prices increasing based on the number of websites you need to host. Regular pricing starts at $79.99 per month. All plans include features like:
- 24/7 priority support
- DDoS protection
- Web application firewall
- Daily backups
- Free SSL certificate
- Two-factor authentication
While Bluehost Cloud doesn’t currently support WordPress Multisite, you can create multiple independent WordPress installations under a single Bluehost Cloud account.
Bluehost Cloud’s features seem promising, especially for established agencies managing high-traffic websites. However, the pricing structure might be a concern for some users. With introductory rates starting at $29.99, the regular prices reaching $79.99 per month could be a steep cost for users who might find similar features at a lower price point with other providers. Whether Bluehost Cloud can justify its pricing with its service and performance remains to be seen.