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Shared hosting for WordPress and PHP sites, with the limits spelled out

It’s what we use for WordPress and PHP sites: the provider maintains the server, and we manage your domain and DNS. Based on real usage numbers, we’ll tell you whether your site fits on a shared plan, set it up properly and show you how to spot when it starts to outgrow it.

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What sharing a server really means

On shared hosting, your site lives on the same machine as many others. Every account has caps on CPU, memory, concurrent processes and file count, even when the plan says “unlimited”: what’s usually unlimited is disk space or bandwidth, not computing power. In exchange, you never patch the operating system or configure the web server; the host does that. What happens inside your account is still on whoever runs the site: WordPress, its plugins, the PHP version, passwords and any backups you want to keep off the server.

Signs your site has outgrown shared hosting

If two or more of these sound familiar, check your resource usage before you upgrade:

  • Your control panel warns about CPU or process limits, or the host has suspended the account for overuse.

  • The site is fast at night and sluggish during business hours, even though nothing changed.

  • Errors like “503” or “resource limit reached” show up right in the middle of a campaign or launch.

  • You need something the plan won’t allow: a specific PHP version, Node.js or heavy background jobs.

  • Your store is growing, and the cart or checkout drags during peak ordering hours.

Is shared hosting enough for your site?

For plenty of sites, yes. Here’s what we look at before recommending it.

It’s enough if…

  • Your site is a company website, a portfolio, a blog or a WordPress install with a handful of plugins.
  • Traffic is moderate, without big spikes from campaigns or launches.
  • You don’t need to install software on the server or have root access.
  • You’d rather have the host handle the operating system and server security.

Look elsewhere if…

  • You run a WooCommerce store with a large catalog, lots of daily orders or traffic spikes.
  • Your app needs Node.js, queues, heavy scheduled jobs or a large database.
  • Your site is built with Next.js: for that we use Vercel, the platform designed for the framework.
When a VPS makes more sense

How we set up your shared hosting

A well-configured shared plan goes further than you’d expect.

  • HTTPS everywhere

    An active SSL certificate, HTTP-to-HTTPS redirects and no mixed content triggering browser warnings.

  • Domain and DNS in order

    We manage your domain and its DNS, usually on Cloudflare, which can also serve static files from its cache.

  • Backups you can actually restore

    We check what the plan backs up, where copies are stored and whether they restore; if needed, we add an off-server copy.

  • A supported PHP version

    We run a PHP version that still gets security fixes and works with your WordPress install and plugins.

  • Caching before a bigger server

    We turn on caching and look at heavy images and plugins before blaming the host for a slow site.

  • Usage you can see

    We track how much CPU and memory your account uses, so moving to a VPS is a decision backed by data.

What our clients say

Real reviews our clients left on Google.

  • Viviana Hidalgo Alvarado

    October 2026

    I really enjoyed my experience with User Media. They are very professional, attentive, and always look for the best way to help. I love that they listen to ideas, give good advice, and propose solutions I hadn't even considered. It's clear they know what they're doing and enjoy their work. I highly recommend them!

  • Dayanna david tapias

    October 2026

    I loved working with User Media. They're incredibly creative, have amazing ideas, and pay close attention to detail. I especially appreciated their dedication and how easy they are to work with. Highly recommended!

  • Daniel Gómez

    October 2026

    I loved working with User Media. They're incredibly creative, have amazing ideas, and pay close attention to detail. I especially appreciated their dedication and how easy they are to work with. Highly recommended!

  • Andrés Felipe Pájaro Martinez

    October 2026

    A very good experience with User Media. They've helped us with various digital projects and have always demonstrated knowledge, commitment, and a great willingness to find solutions. I especially want to highlight their expertise in web development and automation. I highly recommend them.

  • Sergio Andres Pájaro Martinez

    October 2026

    Our experience with User Media has been excellent. They've supported us in content creation projects for social media, news, web development, and process automation. Something I particularly appreciate is that they don't just execute our requests; they get involved, propose ideas, and constantly seek new ways to leverage technology. Their experience, commitment, and passion are evident in every project. Without a doubt, they're a great technology partner that I highly recommend.

  • Johnattan Rodriguez

    December 2025

    We've worked with Crece Virtual on several web design projects for our Barranquilla operation. Their team demonstrated a solid command of both WordPress and React, adapting to the specific needs of each project based on our technical and functional requirements. What we value most is the quality of the codebase they deliver. Each project has a clean and well-organized structure, which has greatly facilitated updates and the addition of new features when needed. The technical documentation they provide is clear and useful for our internal team. Communication throughout the entire process was smooth and professional.

  • Evelintoya1011 Montoya

    December 2025

    Working with Crece Virtual transformed how we acquire clients. From the outset, they understood our business and guided us through everything: digital strategy, website architecture, and domain selection. The WordPress site, with a custom theme and widgets created in Elementor, turned out exactly as we needed: fast, clear, and designed to make requesting quotes effortless. Thanks to technical SEO, link building, and Google Ads campaigns in Medellín, our quote requests increased several times over, stabilizing at nearly 500% higher than at the beginning. The automation that sends leads from WhatsApp to Google Sheets, complete with all the data and UTM parameters, allows us to better measure sales and repeat purchases. Furthermore, their hosting, domain, and Google Workspace services have been reliable, and whenever we need support, they're always there with quick and clear answers.

  • Diana C

    November 2025

    We have been working with Crece Virtual for several months now, and it has been a great experience. They built our website in Next.js, and it turned out super fast and professional. The best part is that they didn't leave us on our own after delivery: every month they make updates and improvements, and when we need something urgently, they always respond very quickly. Their support has been impeccable. In addition to the website, they manage our Google Ads campaigns and SEO. Honestly, everything has worked very well. The campaigns bring in good leads and have us well positioned on Google and Bing. They are very professional but also very approachable, always explaining everything clearly. I recommend them without hesitation.

  • Rafael Castaño

    November 2025

    We hired Crece Virtual to redesign our corporate website and improve our SEO. The result completely exceeded our expectations. The design is elegant, professional, and conveys the seriousness we needed as an environmental project. Navigation is intuitive, and our clients can easily find the information they're looking for. Regarding SEO and ads, we now appear in the top Google results for the searches that matter to us. The team was incredibly professional, met every deadline, and was always available to answer questions. It's clear they know what they're doing.

  • IVAN BLANCO

    November 2025

    We're currently working with the Crece Virtual team on both web design and Google Ads campaigns. The site looks very professional, and the SEM campaigns are consistently generating high-quality leads. What I value most is their transparency: they explain everything clearly, send detailed reports, and are always optimizing to improve results. They're experts at what they do.

  • Juan Jose Cano Giraldo

    November 2025

    They designed a corporate website for us, optimized for local search. The SEO is flawless; we appear in the top results. Website traffic increased by 350%. Excellent service, support, and monthly follow-up.

  • Litografia Azabache

    April 2024

    We want to express our complete satisfaction with the work done by Crece Virtual. They developed a digital business model for us that included creating our website and managing our Google Ads campaigns. Their customer-centric approach and attention to detail impressed us from the start. The website is exceptionally well-designed, and the Google Ads campaigns generated a significant increase in traffic and conversions. We would recommend Crece Virtual without hesitation.

  • Tomás Vélez

    February 2024

    Crece Virtual has become our greatest ally. They are incredibly creative in their web design and have given us a unique online presence. They are experts in Google Ads and significantly increase your business's visibility. Furthermore, their specialization in software development allows them to offer customized solutions. With Crece Virtual, you're on the right track if you're looking to expand your online presence to more leads and different markets.

  • Adriana Hernandez

    February 2024

    Recommended, they designed the school's website, provided technology training (software) to the entire staff, and were extremely responsive and fast.

Shared hosting FAQ

Is shared hosting good enough for a small business website?

Usually, yes, when the site is a company website or a simple WordPress install with moderate traffic and you don’t need to install anything on the server. That covers many small businesses, freelancers and single-location companies. If you’re unsure, your account’s resource usage over the last few weeks tells you more than any rule of thumb.

What happens when my traffic grows?

First come slowdowns at peak hours and usage warnings; after that, errors or temporary suspensions. Before upgrading, it’s worth reviewing caching, images and plugins, because the bottleneck is often the site rather than the server. If you still need more capacity, the next step is a VPS.

Can I move to a VPS later without losing anything?

Yes. A site on shared hosting can be copied in full (files, database and mailboxes) to a VPS. We test it at the new server before switching DNS, so your site stays online during the move.

Is shared hosting less secure?

Not by itself: a good host isolates accounts from each other. The most common risk is inside your own account: outdated plugins, weak passwords or themes downloaded from unofficial sources. That’s why ongoing site maintenance matters as much as the plan you pick.

Can I run my email on the same plan?

Yes. Many plans include mailboxes, and they work for small teams. The downside is that email shares a server and sending reputation with other sites, and if the hosting goes down, so does your email. If your team relies on email to close sales, a separate email platform is usually the safer choice.

If your site needs something else

Will your site fit on shared hosting?

Send us your URL and, if you know it, your current plan. We’ll tell you whether it’s enough, what to adjust or whether it’s time for a VPS.

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