Below are areas you should think about when choosing a website hosting provider. Thinking through what you need at the outset and matching it to the appropriate provider will be time well spent.
Minimum upfront payment period
Whilst most website hosting providers quote a monthly fee this is often just for comparison purposes and you actually have to pay 6/12 months in advance as a minimum. Others offer various options, obviously being cheaper the more you pay in advance. If you do not want to (or cannot afford to) pay in advance you need a website hosting provider who allows monthly payments.
Length of commitment
If you are happy to pay in advance you need to check the Terms and Conditions to establish your rights to cancel and get a refund. The best providers do not lock you in at all. If you pay monthly it is reasonable to expect to be able to terminate at a months notice. » Read more: Website Hosting Providers – What Features Do You Need?
