Hosting is the server service required to store, manage and make the content of websites accessible over the internet. In order for a website to be viewed, its files (HTML codes, images, videos, etc.) must be hosted on a server. The hosting service ensures that these files are constantly connected and accessible to the internet. When Internet users enter the address of a website into their browser, the hosting server transfers the site content to the user's computer so that the site content can be viewed.

What are Hosting Types?

Hosting can be of different types according to the features it offers. Shared hosting is the shared use of a server by multiple users and is usually the most cost-effective option. Virtual private server (VPS) hosting offers more resources and flexibility than shared hosting; users virtually own a portion of the server. Dedicated server hosting is when a user rents an entire server and has full control over all its resources. Cloud hosting is a model where resources are distributed across multiple servers and can be scaled as needed. Each type of hosting is suitable for different website needs and budgets.

What Happens When I Get Hosting?

With hosting, you are provided with storage space for your website's files that is accessible 24/7 over the internet. This means that your site is accessible from anywhere in the world. The hosting provider securely stores your site's data, manages site traffic and offers additional services such as technical support. Depending on the hosting package purchased, a certain amount of resources such as disk space, bandwidth, email accounts and database support are provided. These resources can be selected according to the size, traffic and needs of your site. In short, the hosting service ensures that your website runs smoothly and effectively.

What Happens If Hosting Expires?

When the hosting expires, a period of notice is usually given by the provider and notifications are sent to renew the service. If the hosting service is not renewed, the hosting provider may remove your website's files from the server and the site will no longer be accessible over the internet. This means your site will be offline and potential visitors will be lost. Also, additional services such as email services and databases may be affected. Therefore, it is important to renew your hosting before it expires. Some providers offer a grace period for expired services, keeping files for a certain amount of time, but if the service is not renewed after this period, the data can be permanently deleted.

What is the Difference between Hosting and Domain?

Hosting and domain are two different but related elements that work together to make a website accessible over the internet. A domain is the address of a website on the internet (for example, www.ornek.com). This address is a unique name that users enter into their browser to access your site. Hosting is the physical or virtual server space where the content of that website (text, images, videos, etc.) is stored and made accessible over the internet. Simply put, a domain is the name and address of your website, while hosting is where it stores its content. Both are necessary for a website to function; without a domain, users cannot reach your site through an address, and without hosting, your site's content cannot be stored and published.