Shared Cloud Hosting

Our Secured Shared Cloud hosting is the perfect starting point for businesses or individuals that require the fastest page load times for their website, backed with our 24/7 expert support.

Now with free WordPress / WooCommerce Staging!

We will provide a faster service or your money back.

100% Uptime Guarantee UPTIMEGUARANTEE 100%

100% uptime, 16x speed increase and all in a secure UK cloud hosting, what's not to love?!..

PCI-Compliant

PCI-Compliant

We will work with you to ensure you pass every PCI-Compliant test and ensure servers are up to date.

100% Uptime

100% Uptime

We guarantee 100% uptime of your hosting, backed up by our Service Level Agreement.

Regular Off-site Backups

Regular Off-site Backups

We know how important your data is and back it up every four hours to a secure off-site location. Go with Shared Hosting Pro for hourly backups.

Application Specific Servers

Application Specific Servers

Servers running optimised versions of our software stack to give you the fastest page load times.

Free SSL Certificates, HTTP/2 & QUIC

Free SSL Certificates, HTTP/2 & QUIC

Every site you host will have a free fully trusted 256-bit SSL Certificate as standard, enabling HTTP/2 & QUIC for your site.

PHP8, LiteSpeed & cPanel Powered

PHP8, LiteSpeed & cPanel Powered

The fastest and most versatile combination and works with your Apache settings such as .htaccess.

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Our Secure UK Hosting Includes

  • 100GB Disk Space
  • 1000GB Bandwidth
  • Unlimited mySQL Databases
  • Unlimited Domains
  • Accelerated for WordPress
  • 100% NVMe SSD/Flash Storage
  • Free SSL Certificates
  • PCI Scan Ready
  • 24x7 Expert Support
  • Unlimited Mailboxes (with email addon)

Shared Cloud Hosting

From
£10.49
/month

Hosting at its best; secure, low contention and high performance.

  • The perfect starting point
  • Backups included
  • Fully managed hosting
  • 24x7 expert support
  • First month only £1+VAT!
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Shared BOOST Cloud Hosting

From
£17.49
/month

Delivers an extra performance boost over our regular Shared Hosting, adding:

  • Dedicated extra resources for you
  • Double Processor and Memory allocations for busy websites
  • Best starting point for Ecommerce/Business sites
  • First month only £1+VAT!
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Need more power? Go for our Shared Hosting Pro or want to host multiple accounts? Check out our Reseller Cloud Hosting + Boost

Your application - faster with GURU

Unlike other providers with their one-size-fits-all approach, we run server-specific configurations - each of which is designed, configured and optimised for the application/framework that you're hosting. This ensures the best possible performance for your websites. We recommend all ecommerce based platforms use our Shared Hosting Boost or for established and busy sites the Shared Cloud Hosting Pro

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Best in Class Hosting Performance

GURU's hosting platform has been built with speed in mind.

Using latest generation Dell systems, NVMe SSD flash based storage and 100 gigabit networking ensures your websites are served in the quickest possible time.

Security

Security - your websites are safe with GURU shared hosting

We've been delivering exceptional e-commerce hosting for over 16 years and have developed a proprietary hosting platform to ensure you receive the very best performance from your hosting without a compromise in security.

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PCI-Compliant

We will work with you to ensure you pass every PCI-Compliant test and ensure servers are up to date.

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Secure Caged File System

Our servers keep your data separate from everyone else’s, no longer will another sites problems be yours.

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Web Application Firewall (WAF)

Our custom Web Application Firewall is always on, protecting your website with our application-specific security shield to help guard against exploits.

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Secure Data Centre

Hosted in our flagship Centro facility with secure compound, razor-wire fences, 24 hour security personnel, CCTV throughout and of course our own technicians on site, always.

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Live Security Updates

Automated security and kernel updates without having to reboot - keeping you online all the time.

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Secure Old PHP Versions

Several highly popular versions of PHP, used in more than 85% of all PHP sites, are unsupported by the PHP.net community. We run HardenedPHP which secures old and unsupported versions of PHP (5.2+).

Web Hosting Security and Support Excellence

When buying web hosting, security and customer support are pivotal in influencing a business's hosting choice. Our UK hosting provides robust security through secure data centres and constant live security updates to safeguard against vulnerabilities.

Moreover, having a dedicated customer support team available 24/7 greatly enhances user experience by addressing issues promptly and minimising downtime. Features like secure caged file systems and web application firewalls advance the security framework, protecting sensitive data and ensuring optimal uptime.

UK Hosting vs. International Services

Our UK hosting services are celebrated for their robust security, high performance, and dedicated local support. They offer emphasize privacy and data protection, ensuring online applications adhere to UK regulations. Unlike some international providers struggling to handle local needs, our UK hosting packages are tailored to local businesses, enhancing user experience through reduced latency and optimized data centre accessibility within the region.

For UK businesses, opting for local hosting means faster service response times and more dependable connections, crucial for e-commerce sites serving domestic clientele.

UK Hosting

Full Specification of our Shared Cloud Hosting

Software Stack

  • CloudLinux 8 (64 bit)
  • LiteSpeed web server + HTTP/2
  • GURU enhanced cPanel
  • PHP Versions 5-5.6,7,8+
  • MySQL 8
  • Perl, Python, Ruby

Hosting Features

  • cPanel control panel
  • Low Contention: <100 accts per server
  • Optimised for WordPress & more
  • Easy upgrade through packages

Security & Access

  • SSH access
  • SFTP (Secure FTP)
  • WebDAV
  • Free SSL certificate
  • Web Application Firewall (WAF)
  • Automatic malware/virus scanning

Website Tools

  • htaccess (mod_rewrite)
  • cron jobs
  • Custom error pages (404, 403, etc)
  • ImageMagick
  • GD, CURL
  • Zend Optimizer, Ioncube

Email (Addon Required)

  • Unlimited accounts, forwarders, POP, IMAP and SMTP
  • Webmail access
  • Inbound SPAM filtering by MailChannels
  • Outbound SPAM filtering by MailChannels
  • Google, Office365 and Exchange compatible

Development tools

  • Git
  • Composer
  • wp-cli
  • WordPress / WooCommerce Staging!
  • Drush
  • Others on request

Auto Install Applications

  • Wordpress
  • Joomla
  • Drupal
  • WooCommerce
  • & More.

Hardware

  • Latest Dell hardware
  • Fully redundant by design
  • 100 gigabit data network
  • NVMe SSD flash based storage

Technical Support

  • Expert technical support team
  • Based onsite at our data centre
  • Request help by email, helpdesk or telephone
  • 24x7x365
  • Friendly advice always available

Shared Hosting FAQs

  • Do you support PHP 8 on your shared hosting platform?

    Yes, our shared hosting platform is designed to support modern website builds and ongoing development needs. We provide flexible options so you can manage your website environment with confidence, including:

    • Support for PHP versions from 5 through to PHP 8
    • Easy version switching via our online control panel
    • Optimised web hosting resources for stable website performance
    • A reliable platform suitable for both new and existing website builds

    This approach allows you to manage your website and data efficiently on a reliable web hosting service.

  • Can I upgrade or change my hosting plan at any time?

    Yes, upgrading your hosting plans is a simple managed process designed to support website growth. Our hosting follows a clear step-based approach to help you manage changes online:

    1. You review your current web hosting usage including website resources and data needs
    2. You select a new hosting plan that better supports your website build
    3. Changes are submitted through the online customer platform
    4. Cloud resources are allocated to support improved web hosting performance
    5. The platform is updated to manage additional website resources
    6. Testing confirms the website remains reliable and online
    7. Ongoing management ensures your web hosting continues to scale with you

    This approach allows you to manage hosting plans confidently as your website grows.

  • Can you migrate my website to your shared hosting service?

    Yes, our managed migration service follows a structured process to ensure your website data is moved safely to a reliable web hosting platform. The migration process is managed step by step as follows:

    1. We review your existing website setup with your current hosting provider and assess website data and resources
    2. Our team prepares the shared hosting and cloud platform to ensure reliable web hosting performance
    3. Website files and data are securely transferred as part of the managed migration process
    4. Cloud systems are used to protect data integrity during the website migration
    5. We configure the web hosting environment to match your website build requirements
    6. Testing is completed to confirm the website is online, reliable and fully functional
    7. The migration is finalised, and ongoing platform management begins

    This structured migration process ensures your website remains online and supported by a reliable hosting provider.

  • What makes your shared hosting reliable?

    Our shared hosting services are built on a reliable fully managed cloud server infrastructure designed for performance and stability. We manage the underlying platform to deliver dependable web hosting through:

    • Reliable cloud systems that protect your website data
    • Managed resources that support consistent website uptime
    • A trusted hosting provider with proven web hosting expertise
    • Shared hosting that balances performance and affordability

    This ensures your website remains online and supported by a reliable hosting provider.

  • Do you offer cloud based shared hosting?

    Yes, our shared hosting is powered by a modern fully managed cloud server platform designed for performance and scalability. By using cloud technology, we manage your web hosting environment to deliver:

    • Cloud infrastructure that improves website reliability
    • Cloud resources that scale as you build your website
    • Cloud systems that protect and distribute website data
    • A cloud-based platform suitable for small and growing websites

    This cloud approach allows us to provide reliable shared hosting with consistent performance.

  • What resources are included with your shared hosting plans?

    Our shared hosting plans include carefully allocated resources to support your website effectively. Each web hosting plan is designed to help you manage and build your website, including:

    • Managed server resources for stable website performance
    • Cloud backed storage for website data
    • Online tools to manage files databases and settings
    • A reliable platform suitable for multiple website builds

    These resources ensure your website runs smoothly on our shared hosting service.

  • Can you help me manage my website if I am not technical?

    Yes, we actively manage the hosting platform so you can focus on your website content and growth. Our managed web hosting services include:

    • Ongoing platform management and monitoring
    • Managed updates that protect your website and data
    • A hosting provider that helps manage technical tasks
    • Online support to assist with everyday website management

    This allows you to manage your website with confidence even without technical experience.

  • Do you offer flexible payment options for hosting plans?

    Yes, we offer flexible payment options across all our hosting plans. We understand that different businesses manage payments differently, so we provide:

    • Monthly web hosting payments that are simple to manage
    • Support for purchase orders and pro forma invoices
    • Online account management through our customer platform
    • A hosting provider that works with your business processes

    This flexibility ensures your web hosting fits your operational needs and projects.

  • Is shared hosting suitable for building a new website?

    Yes, shared hosting is an excellent option for building and launching a new website. Our shared hosting environment supports website builds by offering:

    • Cloud powered web hosting for reliable performance
    • Managed resources that support early growth
    • A simple platform to build and manage your website online
    • Hosting plans that can be upgraded as your website expands

    This makes shared hosting a reliable and cost-effective way to build your website online and create a powerful online presence.