Managed eCommerce hosting services

Our fully managed eCommerce hosting and eCommerce pricing packages. We offer managed WordPress hosting in South Africa. With a managed hosting service, you hand over the technical nitty-gritty to the experts, and they take care of everything for you. No more worrying about server management, software updates, security, or backups.
With managed hosting, you'll benefit from a much higher level of support and technical know-how compared to traditional shared hosting or self-managed options. Terraco is Africa's largest data center.

Achieve eCommerce Success with Secure Managed Hosting

Key Takeaways

• Regular security updates are essential
• Keeping your site updated prevents errors
• Error-free websites lead to long-term success
• Managed eCommerce hosting offers comprehensive solutions
• Professional maintenance ensures optimal performance

Why Ecommerce Site Maintenance is Crucial

Imagine your online store is like a physical shop. You wouldn't let it get dusty, leave the doors unlocked, or ignore broken shelves, right? The same care is needed for your website. Let's explore why maintaining your ecommerce site is super important for its long-term success, and how managed eCommerce hosting can make this process easier.

Security: Building a Strong Digital Fortress

Think of your website as a castle. You need strong walls (security measures) to keep the bad guys (hackers) out and your treasure (customer data) safe.

Update regularly: At least once a month
Use strong passwords: Mix letters, numbers, and symbols
Install security plugins: They're like guards for your digital castle

"A secure website is the foundation of a trustworthy online business."

Updates: Keeping Your Site Fresh and Functional

Websites are like gardens. They need constant care to grow and thrive. Regular updates help your site stay healthy and work smoothly.

Update your content management system (CMS)
Keep plugins and themes up-to-date
Refresh your content regularly
Check and update links

Error-Free: Smooth Sailing for Your Customers

Errors on your website are like potholes on a road. They make the journey bumpy and unpleasant for your customers. Let's keep that road smooth!

Common Website Errors:

Broken links
404 pages
Slow loading times
Mobile display issues

How to Prevent Errors:

Regular site audits
Test on different devices
Monitor site speed
Use error-checking tools

Managed eCommerce Hosting: A Game-Changer for Long-Term Success

Maintaining an ecommerce site can be challenging, but there's a solution that can make your life much easier: managed eCommerce hosting. This valuable service enhances the security, performance, and reliability of your online retail operations.

Advantages of Managed eCommerce Hosting:

Fully Managed Hosting: Experts handle server management, software updates, security, and backups for you.
High-Level Support: You get much better support compared to regular shared hosting, benefiting from the hosting provider's expertise.
Partnerships with Leading Technologies: For example, Webs partners with Teraco, Africa's largest data center, providing resilient and vendor-neutral data environments.
Optimized Performance: Your eCommerce website is fine-tuned for speed and reliability.
Focus on Your Business: With experts maintaining your website, you can concentrate on selling and growing your business.

"Managed eCommerce hosting is like having a team of expert mechanics constantly tuning your website's engine for peak performance."

Putting It All Together: Your Ecommerce Maintenance Checklist

Whether you choose managed hosting or maintain your site yourself, here's a checklist to keep you on track:

✅ Perform security updates monthly (or ensure your managed host does)
✅ Check for and fix errors weekly
✅ Update content regularly
✅ Test site functionality on different devices
✅ Backup your site at least weekly
✅ Monitor site speed and performance

Discover How Managed Ecommerce Hosting Ensures Your Website Stays Secure, Updated, And Error Free

Curious About Selling Online? Let's Explore Your Ecommerce Options – Schedule a Call.

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Teraco's world-class data centres and network dense ecosystems are critical to the African Internet's backbone and modern business' digital transformation strategy.
Teraco's ever-expanding ecosystems position it as an open marketplace for digital growth and innovation. New business partners, strategic interconnections, cloud on-ramps, and global markets – Teraco is the secure, flexible, and resilient home for digital organisations worldwide.

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