This article explains what SmartHost technology is and how it differs from traditional web hosting.
What is SmartHost?
SmartHost is the hosting technology that powers Web60. Instead of putting your website on a shared server with hundreds of other sites, SmartHost creates a separate, protected space for your WordPress site.
Think of traditional hosting like living in a crowded apartment building where everyone shares the same water pressure and electricity. If your neighbours use too much, your supply gets weaker. SmartHost is more like having your own house with dedicated utilities.
How SmartHost Differs from Standard Hosting
Server Resources
With standard shared hosting, your website competes with other sites for server memory and processing power. If another site gets busy, your site can slow down or crash.
SmartHost gives your WordPress site guaranteed resources. Your site gets its own allocation of memory and processing power that other sites cannot use.
WordPress Optimisation
Generic hosting companies run many different types of websites and applications. Their servers are set up to handle everything, which means they're not optimised for anything specific.
SmartHost servers are configured specifically for WordPress. The server software, caching systems, and security measures are all tuned to make WordPress sites run faster and more securely.
Automatic Updates and Maintenance
With traditional hosting, you must manually update WordPress, plugins, and themes. You also need to handle backups, security monitoring, and performance optimisation yourself.
SmartHost handles these tasks automatically. WordPress core updates, security patches, and daily backups happen without you needing to do anything. The system also monitors your site for malware and performance issues.
Technical Management
Standard hosting usually gives you a control panel (like cPanel) where you manage databases, email accounts, file permissions, and server settings. This requires technical knowledge.
With SmartHost, you don't need to manage server-level settings. The platform handles database optimisation, security configurations, and server maintenance. You can focus on managing your website content instead of technical infrastructure.
What This Means for Your Website
Your WordPress site loads faster because it has dedicated resources and WordPress-specific optimisation.
Your site stays secure because updates happen automatically and the system monitors for threats continuously.
You spend less time on technical tasks because the platform manages server maintenance, backups, and security.
If something goes wrong, you have one point of contact instead of trying to figure out whether the problem is with your hosting, WordPress, or a plugin.
If you're still stuck or have questions about how SmartHost works for your specific situation, contact our support team through your Web60 dashboard.
FAQ
Q: Do I still have access to cPanel with SmartHost?
A: No, SmartHost doesn't use cPanel. Instead, you manage your site through the Web60 dashboard, which is designed specifically for WordPress users.
Q: Can I install any WordPress plugin with SmartHost?
A: Most WordPress plugins work with SmartHost. However, some plugins that conflict with our security or caching systems may be restricted.
Q: What happens to my email if I use SmartHost?
A: SmartHost focuses on website hosting. You'll need a separate email service like Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 for business email.
Q: Is my website data backed up automatically?
A: Yes, SmartHost creates daily backups of your website files and database automatically.
Q: Can I migrate from my current hosting to SmartHost?
A: Yes, Web60 can migrate your existing WordPress site to SmartHost. Contact support to arrange the migration.
Q: Do I need technical knowledge to use SmartHost?
A: No, SmartHost is designed for business owners who want WordPress hosting without technical complexity. The platform handles server management automatically.
Last updated: 1 March 2026