May, 2016 : The Web Hosting Add-Ons You Actually Need

📅 May 24, 2016 - Most web hosting companies offer optional features called Add-Ons for a low additional cost. You can easily live without some of these ‘bonus' offerings, but there are several web hosting add-ons that we've found are hugely beneficial to every business. These are the add-ons you actually need.

From offering extra security to making your website more attractive to mobile users, these 5 add-ons increase your website's value for customers.

The Web Hosting Add-Ons You Actually Need

Domain WhoIs Privacy

Most website owners don't know that the personal information they used to register their website is listed publicly in the Whois Database. That means anyone with internet access can access your phone number, email address, name, and even your home address. Clearly, that's not ideal for most website owners.

For $7.95/month, the web hosting company ITX Design offers Domain Whois Privacy. They do it by replacing your personal contact information with their own, so if anyone tries to get your personal information, they're met with theirs instead. Smart!

SSL Certificates

Most users look for that little green padlock symbol in their address bar when browsing the web. It's how they know the site they're browsing is secure and safe. Adding an SSL certificate to your web hosting is a smart choice for website owners. The GeoTrust 128-bit SSL Certificate is the world's second largest digital security certificate provider. It's just $49.95/year to secure your website and give your visitors peace of mind.

GoMobi Mobile Websites

Without being optimized for mobile, websites won't translate well to the smaller screens and resolutions of mobile devices. Most people use mobile devices to browse the internet, so if your website isn't mobile friendly, you're already losing customers. For $5.95/month, you can add a mobile version of the website you've built to ensure every visitor sees your website the way you intended.

Merchant Accounts for eCommerce

Having a merchant account through your web hosting provider enables you to start accepting credit cards directly from your website. If you're running an eCommerce business, this is essential. ITX Design offers low monthly fees, no annual fees, 24/7 support, and no application fee when you sign up for a merchant account.

PCI Compliant Hosting

PCI refers to the Payment Card Industry. The PCI DSS – Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard – is a set of requirements and criteria all companies that process credit cards must follow. To comply with these requirements, you can purchase the PCI Compliant Hosting Add-On that ensures your website meets the standards for security.

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The proposal suggested that video companies, like Syncast Corporations' PPLive and Youku Tudou Inc., sell stakes in equity to the government in amounts of at least 1%. Additionally, China's government would also gain board seats, content control, and a hand in company matters from the proposal.

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The problem they are trying to fix is the fact that going carbon-neutral doesn't require using actual renewable energy. They are fixing this problem by using actual renewable energy. In fact, 44% of the electricity used right now by Microsoft data centers comes from solar, wind and hydro energy sources.

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