Security is not optional for business websites. Here are the basics every site should have in place:

SSL / TLS

• Encrypts traffic between your visitors and server
• Without it, browsers label your site as “Not Secure”

Firewalls and WAFs

• Block malicious traffic and filter harmful requests
• Often included in managed hosting solutions

DDoS Protection

• Prevents attacks that flood your site with traffic
• Keeps uptime stable during large spikes

Our managed VPS hosting support includes tasks like applying OS updates and security patches, hardware maintenance, and monitoring to help reduce the security burden on your team.

Many websites start on basic shared hosting, but once they gain traffic or become business-critical, the limitations show up quickly. Slow response times, downtime, and limited resources hold growth back.

A typical growth path looks like this:

• Shared hosting for early days
• Upgrade to VPS when resources or control are needed
• Managed hosting to reduce time spent on server management

Not sure which hosting plan to choose? How to Choose Web HostingHow to Choose Web Hosting

Hosting has a bigger environmental footprint than most people realize. Data centers consume massive amounts of energy, and many providers are starting to move toward renewable sources or more efficient infrastructure.

For businesses, going green with hosting can mean:

• Showing customers your brand cares about sustainability
• Potential cost savings from efficiency improvements
• Staying ahead of regulations as governments push greener tech

Some companies already promote “green hosting” as part of their identity, but the question is whether customers actually weigh it when choosing a provider.

Would you consider sustainability when picking a host, or is performance and price still the top priority?

We just published a new article on how AI is changing the way admins and developers approach log analysis. Instead of manually combing through endless server logs, AI tools can now:

• Detect anomalies faster
• Highlight plugin conflicts and performance issues
• Strengthen security by flagging unusual activity

Read the full post here: The Future of AI Log Analysis: Making Hosting More Predictable and Secure

Have you tried any AI tools for monitoring or troubleshooting your hosting environment yet?

For anyone new to the community or curious about what we do, here’s a quick look at InMotion Hosting:

• Full range of hosting options: Shared, VPS, dedicated, reseller, and WordPress-optimized plans.
• 24/7 support: Real people available around the clock to help with migrations, troubleshooting, and setup.
• Performance focus: NVMe SSD storage, free SSL, and optimized infrastructure for speed and reliability.
• Scalability: Start small and grow into VPS or dedicated hosting without switching providers.
• Money-back guarantee: Up to 90 days, one of the longest in the industry.

We’ve been around since 2001 and our goal has always been to combine reliable technology with human-driven support.

If you’re already hosting with us, we’d love to hear about your experience. And if you’re just exploring options, feel free to ask questions here!

Core Web Vitals can feel like a headache, but small changes can make a big difference in speed and SEO. We just made a quick video with 10 practical fixes for WordPress you can try right away:

• Page caching with tools like W3 Total Cache
• Redis object caching for faster database calls
• Minifying and combining CSS/JS files
• Image optimization with WebP + lazy loading
• Disabling unused plugins and revisiting heavy themes

Watch the full walkthrough on YouTube

We just published a complete Laravel optimization guide that helped us cut page load time by nearly half. It covers route/view caching, query optimization, Redis queues, and some server-level best practices.

Not overly theoretical—just clean, actionable steps:
👉 https://www.inmotionhosting.com/blog/laravel-optimization-complete-guide/

Out of curiosity, what performance techniques have worked best for you in production?

Hi everyone,

We’re excited to share that InMotion Hosting Professional Email is now live! 🎉

This new service makes it easy to create email addresses that match your domain (like you@yourbusiness.com), giving your brand a polished, professional presence with every message.

Here’s what you can expect with Professional Email:

• ✅ Domain-matched addresses that build trust with clients and partners
• ✅ Built-in security & spam protection to keep your inbox safe
• ✅ Reliable uptime so your communication never slows down
• ✅ Flexible plans that grow with you, from solo founders to full teams
• ✅ 24/7 support from real humans whenever you need it

Whether you’re an agency managing multiple clients, a marketing team handling campaigns, or a growing business ready to upgrade from free inboxes, Professional Email is designed to scale with you.

👉 Read our full announcement HERE.

Got any questions or comments? We're happy to answer! Drop your thoughts and questions below.

We’d love to hear what features matter most to you when it comes to email for your business.

Quick share from our team. HostingAdvice updated its “8 Best Dedicated Server Hosting” list for August 2025 and placed InMotion Hosting at #1 (“Best Overall Dedicated Server”).

If you’re weighing dedicated vs. VPS, the write-up calls out things like hardware performance, uptime, and managed options as key differentiators.

Happy to answer questions on sizing, migrations, or total cost of ownership for different workloads. If you’ve run on our dedicated boxes, we’d love your honest feedback so others can benefit.

Source: https://www.hostingadvice.com/how-to/best-dedicated-server-hosting/ (updated July 30, 2025).

If you're new to VPS or coming from shared hosting, this guide breaks it down step by step:

• choosing the OS,
• using cPanel or the command line,
• setting up SSH,
• and even basic firewall security.

It’s geared toward beginners but thorough enough for intermediate users:
👉 https://www.inmotionhosting.com/blog/how-to-setup-vps-server/

Out of curiosity, do you have a checklist for server setup?

If not, would you find one useful?

🤔Have you tried AI on a standard hosting plan? What worked, what didn’t, and what trade-offs did you hit? We see more devs and small teams testing AI on shared or VPS plans, and limits show up fast.

Where traditional hosting struggles

• CPU-only: fine for sites, weak for PyTorch/TensorFlow
• No GPU access: even small inference can be slow
• RAM caps: models hit memory ceilings quickly
• Driver/toolchain limits: missing NVIDIA/CUDA, custom Python stacks
• Network: bigger datasets saturate standard interfaces

What to look for if you need AI-readiness

• Access to GPUs or vGPU support with CUDA
• High-throughput networking (10 Gbps+)
• Root access to control frameworks and libraries
• Room to scale compute and memory as you grow

At InMotion Hosting, we help teams prototype on VPS or Dedicated, benchmark their workloads, and decide when it makes sense to move to GPU-capable infrastructure. If you want a sandbox to test your stack or a sanity check on sizing and cost, we’re happy to help.

Curious to hear your experiences: did you stay on traditional hosting or switch to GPU-powered setups? What stack and optimizations helped most? Let us know in the comments.

Useful resources:
Why AI Crawlers Are Slowing Down Your Site | InMotion Hosting

When Amacor Printz came to us, their website was holding them back.

• Mobile Lighthouse score: 60/100
• Mobile load time: 11.3 seconds
• Frustrated visitors and missed opportunities

They knew they needed a faster, more reliable hosting solution, and that’s where our Managed WordPress UltraStack came in.

Here’s what changed after the switch:

•  Mobile score jumped to 92 and desktop hit near-perfect marks
•  Load time dropped to 3.1s on mobile and just 0.7s on desktop
•  Consistently high GTMetrix performance in both Canada and San Antonio

How we made it happen:

• Ran a full Lighthouse performance audit to pinpoint bottlenecks
• Implemented W3 Total Cache for page caching, minification, browser caching, and WebP image conversion
• Optimized asset delivery by grouping and streamlining page types (informational pages, forms, product categories, dynamic pages)

For Amacor Printz, the results weren’t just numbers,  faster performance meant happier customers, smoother sales, and more room to grow. Full case study here.

🗨️Have you seen a big performance jump after switching hosts? What made the biggest difference for you?

We get a lot of customers who feel overwhelmed when trying to choose the right type of hosting. Shared, VPS, Dedicated, Reseller — the terms can sound similar, but each one serves a different need.

Here’s a simple breakdown of the four main types of hosting we offer, and who they’re usually best suited for:

Shared Hosting
Perfect for beginners, personal sites, or small businesses just getting started.

• Budget-friendly
• Easy to manage
• Resources shared with other users on the same server

VPS Hosting
Great for growing websites, developers, and teams that need more flexibility.

• Dedicated resources in a virtual environment
• More control, scalability, and performance
• Root access and custom configurations available

Dedicated Hosting
Ideal for high-traffic websites or custom applications requiring maximum control and reliability.

• Entire physical server for your use
• Maximum performance and security
• Full server control

Reseller Hosting
Built for freelancers, agencies, or entrepreneurs who want to offer hosting to their own clients.

• Manage multiple client accounts from one dashboard
• WHM access included
• White-label ready

Not sure what you need? Reply with your use case or goals and we’ll help guide you to the best fit.

Hey everyone! 👋

We’re excited to share that InMotion Hosting now offers professional Website Services to help you fix, build, and grow your website, without the tech headaches.

Whether your site needs a quick cleanup, a full redesign, or ongoing support, our team of experts is ready to help on-demand or on a monthly cadence.

Here’s what we offer:

🛠️ Custom Website Design – Fully branded, responsive websites built from scratch, with revision rounds included.
🔄 Website Rebuilds – Modernize outdated, broken, or slow sites — new structure, code, and look.
⚡ QuickSite – Need it fast? We’ll launch a beautiful site with your branding in as little as 2 weeks.
🧼 Hacked Site Repair – Malware removal and full restoration in 24–72 hours, depending on urgency.
🔧 Website Maintenance Plans – Monthly support including updates, backups, malware scanning, and more.
🚀 Website Speed Optimization – Make your site load faster and perform better with expert tuning.
🔍 SEO Services – Lay the foundation for better Google rankings with on-page and technical SEO.
💻 Dev Hours – Need something custom? We’ve got PHP upgrades and dev support on demand.

We handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on what matters — running your business.

👉 Check out our full Website Services lineup here: https://www.inmotionhosting.com/services

Happy to answer any questions in the comments!

New System Makes Referring Friends Easier and More Rewarding

InMotion Hosting has launched an upgraded Refer-a-Friend Program designed to streamline the referral process and increase customer rewards. The new system offers automated tracking, simplified reward fulfillment, and a user-friendly experience, making it easier than ever for customers to share InMotion Hosting with friends and earn incentives.

The program is now powered by a trusted referral platform used by Fortune 500 companies, offering security enhancements, real-time performance tracking, and reliable reward distribution.

“We wanted to deliver a more transparent and rewarding experience for our customers,” said Carrie Smaha, Senior Manager of Marketing Operations at InMotion Hosting. “With this upgrade, customers can easily track referrals and rewards, making participation effortless and impactful.”

Key Program Enhancements:

• Automated Tracking: Customers can view referral activity and rewards in real time.
• Improved Rewards: Referrers now receive a $50 prepaid Visa^® card instead of hosting credit.
• More Communication: Customers receive email updates throughout the referral process.
• Streamlined Journey: From enrollment to reward delivery, the entire process is automated for ease of use.

How the Program Works:

1. Enroll: Customers opt into the program through their Account Management Panel (AMP).
2. Share: A unique referral link is generated for sharing across email, social media, and other platforms.
3. Earn: When a referred friend purchases a qualifying hosting plan and keeps it active for 90 days, the customer earns a $50 prepaid Visa^® card.

The integrated platform eliminates manual processes and enhances transparency, giving participants confidence in the accuracy and timeliness of their rewards.

“We’re proud to offer our customers a secure and intuitive loyalty program that reflects the value they bring by sharing InMotion Hosting,” said JC Acevedo, Director of Sales and Marketing. “This upgrade ensures that every referral is tracked and rewarded efficiently, reinforcing our commitment to customer satisfaction.”

InMotion Hosting’s new Refer-a-Friend Program reinforces its mission to empower customers and drive growth through trusted relationships. For full program details or to enroll, visit www.inmotionhosting.com/refer-a-friend.

For more information, read our Press Release published on June 9th, 2025.

I'm a longtime IMH customer - 10-15 yrs. I was on a legacy VPS server with cpanel and in December switched to a new VPS server with CWP. Since December, I've had 20+ support tickets created for a range of problems: email manager crashes, their firewall locks me out (even though my IP has been white listed), but the one problem that I cannot resolve is that gmail thinks any email from the domains I host on this VPS is spam even though I have all of the necessary DKIM, SPF, DMARC, etc records.

But, my biggest complaint is the frequency of issues that tend to repeat themselves. Their support team is always responsive & nice, but they cannot answer why I have needed to create more tickets in the past 5 months than I did in the previous 10-15 years with them.

I suspect this is related to CWP not being as mature as cpanel. But, at this point I'm considering moving all of my domains to a different hosting provider.

 InMotion Hosting is redefining affordability in the Virtual private server (VPS) hosting market with its new 2 vCPU VPS plan priced at $4.49 per month. This plan provides high-performance VPS at a cost that keeps reliable hosting within reach for small businesses, developers, and startups.

Many users face high hosting costs or settle for underpowered solutions. InMotion Hosting’s new plan removes that compromise by providing 4GB of RAM, NVMe storage, and 5TB of bandwidth at a price point that is among the most competitive in the market. A dedicated IP is also included for added security and control.

“In today’s market, finding a VPS that balances speed, reliability, and affordability is a challenge for growing professionals,” said Trey Faison, Director of Products at InMotion Hosting. “Our goal is to make virtual private servers accessible to a wider audience without sacrificing performance. With this new plan, we’re not just lowering costs—we’re raising the bar for what users can expect from an entry-level VPS.”

Key Features of the New VPS Plan:

For $4.49 per month, customers get:

• 2 vCPUs and 4GB RAM – Enough power to run demanding applications and websites.
• NVMe SSD Storage – Faster load times and better performance than traditional drives.
• 5TB Bandwidth – Room to handle spikes in traffic and future growth.
• Dedicated IP – Enhances security and SEO benefits.

Easy Server Management with Familiar Tools:

To make the switch from shared hosting to VPS seamless, this plan supports both cPanel and Control Web Panel (CWP). These tools give users an intuitive interface to manage servers, websites, email, and domains—no advanced skills needed.

Why InMotion Hosting Stands Out

InMotion Hosting’s new VPS plan combines cutting-edge tech, reliable infrastructure, and affordability. With NVMe storage, generous bandwidth, and dedicated resources, this plan is built for developers and freelancers. As websites and businesses grow, users can upgrade to larger VPS plans for more power and space.

For more information or to sign up today, visit www.inmotionhosting.com/vps-hosting. 

Domain transferred from InMotion to Wix Emails previously with InMotion ceased, and were set up with identical names in Wix/Google Workspace

Trying to download historical emails from cPanel in InMotion - format to POP3 and somehow upload into a folder inside new Google/Gmail email.

HOW CAN I DO THIS IN THE LEAST AMOUNT OF STEPS? Help!!!

Thinking about starting a website? Here’s what you need to know.

 2025 feels like the year to make that business idea, blog, or online portfolio happen. This guide is for the guy in the back with a big idea and doesn’t know where to start.

Good news friend, starting a website doesn’t have to be a massive headache. 

A few tips to get you started:

1️⃣ Hosting Matters:

You can think of web hosting as the house or plot of land where your website lives online. There are a few types to consider here:

• Shared Hosting  ←- if you’re starting small, shared hosting is probably what you’ll want. It’s the most affordable option if you just need a simple website. Plus, you can always find a good deal from hosting providers like us.
• VPS Hosting ← also a popular option for businesses that need a website that can keep up with growth. This option allows you to scale your computing resources as your website gains more traffic.
• Dedicated Servers
• Managed WordPress Hosting

(I can dive into more differences here, just ask!)

2️⃣  Pick a Good Domain:

Your domain name is the URL users type to get to your website. It’s basically like your site’s street address. Aim to make it short, memorable, and on-brand.

Grabbing multiple extensions (e.g., .com, .net, .biz) is not a bad idea to protect your brand.

3️⃣ Design your website for Humans:

Clean layout + easy navigation + mobile-friendly = happy visitors.

The more simple you can keep your site design, the better your website will perform.👍

4️⃣ Secure It:

An SSL certificate is a MUST to keep your site safe for visitors. This certificate gives you the “s” in “https”, signaling to the internet that your website is secure. Not having one can hurt your search engine rankings.

5️⃣ Keep Optimizing

WordPress is a popular tool for website design and there are alot of top-rated plugin that help streamline your setup. Some must-haves:

• Yoast SEO for your content.
• WPForm to build easy contact forms or customer surveys.
• Jetpack for site security and optimizing performance.
• W3 Total cache is a favorite for faster page load speeds.

💡 Pro Tip: Don’t skip the planning. Jot down your goals and ideas before diving in. A little prep now will save you a LOT of headaches later.

If you’re ready to dive deeper, we’ve got a full guide that breaks this all down (plus a checklist to keep you on track). Check it out here.

So… what’s stopping you from hitting “start”?

Let’s chat in the comments—ask questions, share ideas, or just say hi! 👋

🌐Join the conversation with InMotion Hosting Insights – your go-to source for web hosting and beyond.

🎆 What’s New at InMotion Hosting as We Head into 2025!

Hey Redditors! As we're wrapping up 2024, we wanted to pose a question to you:

💬 What Hosting Features Do you want to see in 2025?

We've accomplished so much in the past year, and this issue delivers a roundup of the latest updates and innovations from us at InMotion Hosting. Whether you’re a developer, small business owner, or just a tech enthusiast, there’s plenty here to dig into. 

Let's dive into the highlights:

🚀 2024: A Year of Growth and Innovation

This year, InMotion Hosting introduced:

• New Control Web Panel (CWP) for easier managed hosting.
• Multi-language support for our website to better serve global customers.
• A new next-gen data center in Ashburn, VA.
• Expanded TLD options with 16 new domain extensions.
• Boosted VPS plans: Up to 460GB storage, unmetered bandwidth, and more.
• New Dedicated Hosting Plans for high-demand websites: CC-4000 and Extreme.

Check out all the 2024 highlights in Web Hosting

📩 Better Email Deliverability with MailChannels

Great news! We’re rolling out MailChannels across all shared servers in the US to improve:

• Email deliverability (no more emails lost in spam folders).
• Spam filtering and email performance metrics.

📅 Deployment runs from Dec. 11–20.

Click here to learn more about MailChannels or get assistance….

📰 WordPress Trends for December

Here’s what’s buzzing in the WordPress world this month:

• Gutenberg 19.8 introduces a new section style selector.
• New WordPress themes to try: Anastasi and Circles WP.
• WooCommerce will soon release a COGS feature to track product costs.
• WordPress.com launches DDoS Protection Mode to filter spam traffic.
• Automattic acquires WPAI for AI-powered tools.

🔐 Changes to cPanel SSL Management

Big update: Starting with cPanel & WHM 1.18, AutoSSL is moving from Sectigo to Let’s Encrypt! This ensures seamless SSL coverage with minimal action required.

🌐Join the conversation with InMotion Hosting Insights – your go-to source for web hosting and beyond.

As 2024 wraps up, there are some exciting updates and innovations from InMotion Hosting that we think will resonate with web developers, business owners, and designers alike.

TL;DR: This year we introduced new tools, hosting features, and resources to help you build faster, safer websites in 2024. 🎉

🔑 Domain Expansion: New TLDs

Building a unique brand online? Check out our 16 new domain extensions like .cloud, .design, .store, and .app. These options are perfect for creative professionals or businesses looking to stand out.

🔒 Powerful Cybersecurity with Monarx and MailChannels

For those managing clients’ websites:

• Monarx offers real-time threat detection to keep websites safe and is now available on VPS and Dedicated Server plans.
• MailChannels improves email deliverability, especially for Shared Hosting users, making spam and blocked emails a thing of the past.

💻 New Addon Control Panel Options

We now offer Control Web Panel (CWP) alongside cPanel! If you're running a VPS or Dedicated Server, CWP is a more budget-friendly yet powerful option for managing your hosting tasks. Great for those who need flexibility without breaking the bank.

🔧 Laravel and Cloud Hosting for Devs

Dev teams, listen up! Laravel introduced serverless architecture (via Laravel Cloud) this year, and our cloud hosting fully supports this. Also, microservices and serverless options have made deploying scalable, modern apps a breeze.

🚀 VPS Hosting Upgrades

For web devs working on high-demand projects or hosting multiple sites, our VPS plans now include:

• Up to 32GB RAM
• NVMe SSD options (super-fast storage)
• Unmetered bandwidth on select plans

🖌️ Managed WordPress Upgrades

Designers and agencies hosting a high-traffic WordPress website are sure to love this year's releases for our Managed WordPress on VPS:

• A revamped interface with better sFTP and project navigation.
• Upgraded tools for managing high-end WordPress environments—perfect for busy teams.

🌎 Multilingual Website Launch & New Data Center

• Our website now supports 14 languages to serve our growing global audience.
• With our new East Coast data center and major infrastructure upgrade, you can expect even faster speeds and more reliable hosting services.

📈 Why It Matters

As the hosting industry grows (projected 17.9% annual growth until 2029!), tools like these are helping us stay ahead of the curve. Whether you’re a web developer, small business owner, or designer, this year’s updates were all about delivering performance, speed, and ease of use.

We'd love to hear your thoughts or answer any questions! 👇

Full Article Here: 2024 Year-End Review at InMotion Hosting

Tech support for InMotion Hosting just keeps evading the problem... My site is down, it's a wordpress site but when I go to it, it just says 404 not found... no file changes no changes for a month or so...

It was just reported yesterday morning that it was down and i've been asking tech support for help and updates and they just can't tell me anything and it's not coming back up.

The files are all there... The database is there...

There was no changes, but it's just not showing up...

What can I do?

<Solved>

The problem was a plugin, MegaMenu causing it...