Hosting platform technology
Modern hosting platform technology for fast, secure websites
Behind every CheapTopHost plan is a modern hosting platform with SSD storage, optimised PHP, caching, a free CDN and several layers of security – managed and kept up to date by us.
- SSD storage and optimised PHP-FPM
- Caching and CDN built in
- Data centers in the UK, the US and Singapore
The foundation
A hosting platform built for performance
The speed and reliability of a website depend heavily on what runs underneath. That is why our hosting platform technology is built from current components that work well together – from fast storage and tuned PHP processing to caching and content delivery.
You do not need to understand every detail to benefit. What matters is the result: websites that load quickly, stay available during busy periods and are protected against common threats, without you having to look after servers yourself.
- Current hardware and software components
- Managed by our team, not by you
- Same platform for every plan size
Under the hood
The technology that powers your website
Each component contributes to speed, stability or security – often all three.
SSD storage
All websites are stored on fast SSD storage, which shortens access times for files and databases considerably compared with classic hard drives.
Optimised PHP-FPM
PHP runs via an optimised PHP-FPM setup. Multiple PHP versions are available and can be configured per website.
Caching
Free cache optimisation keeps frequently requested content ready, so pages do not have to be rebuilt for every request.
Free CDN
Our CDN delivers static files from edge locations close to your visitors and takes load off the origin server.
Learn moreLoad-balanced infrastructure
Workloads are distributed across the infrastructure, which helps to keep websites responsive when traffic rises.
Managed updates
We maintain the servers, operating systems and platform software, so you always run on a current, patched environment.
Security layers
Security built into the platform
Security is not a plugin you add afterwards – it is part of the platform. Several layers work together: advanced DDoS protection at network level, a web application firewall and bot protection for incoming requests, automatic malware scans for your files and isolated accounts that keep websites separate.
Add free SSL certificates with forced HTTPS, spam and virus filtering for email and PCI compliant hosting, and you have a secure foundation for blogs, business sites and online shops alike.
- Advanced DDoS protection
- Web application firewall and bot protection
- Malware scans and reports
- Free SSL and PCI compliant hosting
Locations
Choose your data center
Host your website close to your audience: in the United Kingdom for visitors in Europe, in the United States for visitors in North America or in Singapore for visitors in Asia and Australia.
United Kingdom
Europe · London area
United States
North America · Dallas area
Singapore
Asia · Singapore
Performance tools
Web Acceleration Suite included
Website optimisation
Image optimisation and minification of code reduce page size automatically.
Security headers
Modern HTTP security headers can be added centrally through the CDN.
CDN statistics
See how much traffic is served from the cache and where your visitors are located.
Managed for you
Focus on your website, we take care of the platform
Server maintenance, security patches and software updates take time and expertise. With CheapTopHost these tasks are handled by us in the background. On WordPress plans, automatic core updates help keep your installations on a secure version as well.
If you have questions, you get personal support from real people – by email at support@cheaptophost.com or by phone, in German and English.
SupportQuestions about our hosting technology
What kind of storage do you use?
Which PHP versions are supported?
Where are your data centers located?
Do I have to update the server software myself?
Is a CDN included?
What happens when my website gets more traffic?
Can you move my existing website to your platform?
Put your website on a modern platform
Every plan runs on the same platform technology – choose the size that suits you.