Hey everyone! I'm venturing into website deployment for the first time and would love some guidance. I've created a straightforward website with about 3-5 pages using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP. My site features POST form submissions, so it's not entirely static.
When it comes to hosting, I feel somewhat overwhelmed as I don't have much knowledge in this area and I have some misconceptions. For instance, I thought SSL was essential until I heard that TSL is what I should be using instead. I also believed I needed cPanel when using HTML, JavaScript, and PHP, but someone mentioned I might not need a management platform for a micro VPS.
I watched a FreeCodeCamp video about getting a website online and am considering Hostinger due to their basic package, which allows hosting multiple websites. I'm looking for any resources or general guidance you might have. Thanks a lot!
2 Answers
You're right about TSL; it’s basically the newer version of SSL, so a certificate for HTTPS is super important. As for cPanel, it’s not mandatory, but it does make life easier for managing your hosting environment. What you really need is a server connected to the internet, web server software like Nginx or Apache, PHP installed, your website files uploaded, a registered domain name, and a TLS certificate for HTTPS. Plus, make sure your server is set up to route requests on port 443 to your web server.
I’ve been using Nixihost for almost two years and I highly recommend them! Their mini shared hosting package includes cPanel, SSL, and great security features like Imunify360. Daily backups are also a big plus. Their support team is super knowledgeable, which is awesome for someone new to hosting. It’s also really affordable, starting at about $5 a month for one website. Definitely worth checking out!
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