Web Hosting Setup & Configuration
Web hosting setup and configuration covers getting your server, domain, and DNS correctly configured so your site is fast, stable, and reachable - the unglamorous groundwork that a lot of sites get wrong. FreeSoftwareX Digital manages hosting for our own network of live properties, so we set this up the same way for clients: correctly, not just quickly.
We handle server provisioning or configuration on your existing host, DNS record setup (A, CNAME, MX, TXT), web server configuration (Nginx or Apache), and the basic hardening every server should have before it goes live. For sites with specific stack requirements - PHP versions, database setup, caching layers - we configure those to match what the site actually needs rather than leaving defaults in place.
Server Provisioning
Server set up and configured for your specific stack - PHP, database, web server, and caching where needed.
DNS Configuration
DNS records (A, CNAME, MX, TXT) configured correctly so your domain, email, and subdomains resolve properly.
Web Server Setup
Nginx or Apache configured for your site's routing, redirects, and performance needs.
Basic Server Hardening
Firewall rules, SSH access controls, and standard hardening steps applied before the server goes live.
How it Works
Requirements Review
We review your site's stack, expected traffic, and any special requirements before choosing server specs and configuration.
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Server & DNS Setup
We provision or configure the server, set up DNS records, and configure the web server software.
Testing & Handover
We test the live configuration end-to-end and hand over access details and documentation for your team.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, that's covered separately under our maintenance services if you want ongoing management - this service is specifically the initial setup and configuration work.
It depends on your traffic expectations, budget, and technical requirements. We can recommend options and set up whichever provider fits best rather than being tied to one.
A straightforward setup can be done quickly; more complex configurations, like custom stacks, multiple environments, or migrations, take longer. We'll scope this with you upfront.
It depends on the complexity of your stack and hosting environment. Contact us for a quote based on your setup.
Access to your domain registrar or DNS management, and your existing hosting account if you have one. If you're starting fresh, we can also help choose and set up a new hosting provider.
This service is the initial setup and configuration. Ongoing server maintenance and monitoring are covered separately if you want continued management.
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