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Web Hosting FAQ

Can you create a Web Hosting if you do not have a domain yet?

Yes. During the Web Hosting creation process, you are prompted to enter a domain that will be linked to your Web Hosting. This domain will serve as your website's entry point. You can create your Web Hosting even if you have not registered any domain yet, by selecting External domain or register later.

Important

However, once you have created your Web Hosting, remember to register your domain either at Scaleway or another provider, and update your domain's DNS records to use Scaleway's configuration to connect your domain to Web Hosting. Find out how to register a Scaleway domain in the dedicated documentation.

Can you create a Web Hosting if your domain is registered with a different provider?

Yes. During the Web Hosting creation process, you are prompted to enter a domain that will be linked to your Web Hosting. This domain will serve as your website's entry point. You can create your Web Hosting even if you have registered your domain with a different provider, by selecting External domain or register later.

Important

However, once you have created your Web Hosting, remember to update your domain's DNS records to use Scaleway's configuration to connect your domain to Web Hosting.

What is the difference between cPanel and WordPress admin?

When creating your Web Hosting, you can choose to manage your website through two different management interfaces: cPanel or WordPress.

cPanel is a control panel that gives you access to technical tools to manage your hosting environment, such as:

  • Setting up email accounts
  • Managing files
  • Creating databases
  • Installing software, or
  • Uploading a custom-coded website.

You can control your website’s structure and appearance by uploading or editing HTML, CSS, or PHP files directly.

WordPress is a user-friendly dashboard for WordPress websites that helps you create and manage your website. With WordPress, you can:

  • Customize themes
  • Add content, and
  • Install plugins

You can define how your website looks and behaves without needing to code.

What does the WordPress Web Hosting plan include?

The Scaleway WordPress hosting plan includes:

  • A preconfigured WordPress installation: Your WordPress website is automatically provisioned
  • Easy access to WordPress admin: You will receive an email with a direct link to your WordPress admin dashboard. You can also access it anytime from the Overview tab of your Web Hosting by clicking the Open hosting dashboard button
  • Automatic database creation: A database is automatically created and connected to your WordPress installation
Important

WordPress limitations:

  • Each WordPress hosting plan supports only one website
  • You cannot create additional databases beyond the one that is automatically provided
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