HOSTING SERVICES

Hosting built for
speed, uptime
and support.

RD Digital provides managed hosting solutions for South African businesses needing reliable websites, email services and long-term support.

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SERVER STATUS
Server StatusOnline
SSL CertificateActive
Daily BackupsEnabled
CachingActive
Storage Used4.2 GB / 10 GB
SupportAvailable
Who This Is For

Hosting for businesses that need reliability.

Whether you run a small business website or a high-traffic WooCommerce store, your hosting infrastructure directly impacts your growth.

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Business Websites

Informational and service-based websites that need to stay online, load fast and remain secure year-round.

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WooCommerce Stores

Ecommerce stores require faster servers, better caching and reliable daily backups to protect orders and revenue.

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Agencies

Agencies managing multiple client sites benefit from consolidated hosting support and a single point of contact.

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Growing Brands

Brands scaling their digital presence need infrastructure that grows with them without technical interruptions.

High-Traffic Sites

Sites receiving consistent traffic need optimised servers, caching and monitoring to avoid performance drops.

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Frustrated by Poor Support

If your current host takes days to respond or leaves you without help when something breaks, it's time for a change.

What's Included

Everything your website needs to stay online.

Managed hosting means we handle the infrastructure so you can focus on your business.

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Managed Hosting

Server setup, configuration and ongoing management handled by our team.

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SSL Certificate

SSL included on all plans. Your site is secured and trusted by browsers and search engines.

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Daily Backups

Automated daily backups ensure your data is protected and restorable when needed.

Caching & Speed

Server-level caching configured for your WordPress site to improve load times.

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Uptime Monitoring

We monitor your site availability and respond quickly if downtime is detected.

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Email Support

Email hosting configuration, troubleshooting and support included where applicable.

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Migration Support

Moving from another host? We manage the migration process to minimise downtime.

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DNS Management

DNS records configured correctly for your domain, email and third-party services.

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Security Basics

Malware scanning, firewall rules and basic hardening applied to all hosted sites.

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Performance Optimisation

Image compression, caching and performance settings reviewed on setup.

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WordPress Updates

Core, plugin and theme updates managed as part of maintenance-included plans.

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Ongoing Support

A team that responds when you need help — not an automated ticket system.

Why Hosting Matters

Cheap hosting becomes expensive when things go wrong.

Low-cost shared hosting may seem appealing until your site goes down during a busy period, your email stops working or your checkout stops converting. Infrastructure is a business decision.

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Slow Websites

Overcrowded shared servers cause slow load times. Visitors leave within seconds of a poor experience, and search engines penalise slow sites.

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Unplanned Downtime

Sites on unreliable hosting go down without warning. Every minute offline costs you potential enquiries, sales and trust with customers.

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No Support When It Breaks

Budget hosts offer tickets, not support. When your site breaks on a Friday evening, you're on your own until Monday.

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Email Issues

Misconfigured or unreliable email hosting causes missed enquiries, spam delivery issues and damage to your professional image.

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Security Vulnerabilities

Unmanaged WordPress sites on weak hosting are routinely compromised. Recovery is far more expensive than prevention.

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Lost Enquiries

A broken contact form, failed checkout or offline site at the wrong moment means leads go to your competitors instead.

Hosting Options

Managed hosting plans built around your business.

All plans include managed support. Pricing varies based on site type, resource requirements and included services. Contact us for a tailored quote.

Starter Hosting
From R249
per month
  • WordPress hosting
  • SSL certificate included
  • Daily backups
  • Basic caching
  • Email support
  • Suitable for brochure sites

Best for small business websites with moderate traffic.

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Commerce Hosting
From R850
per month
  • Everything in Growth
  • WooCommerce optimised
  • Higher resource allocation
  • Transactional email support
  • Order & checkout monitoring
  • Priority support response

For WooCommerce stores and high-traffic sites where performance is critical.

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Email Hosting

Professional email is part of your brand.

A @gmail.com address is fine personally. For your business, professional email builds credibility and keeps communications reliable.

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Business Email Setup

Professional email accounts on your domain. We set up, configure and test delivery so you're operational from day one.

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Domain & DNS Setup

MX records, SPF, DKIM and DMARC configured correctly to improve email deliverability and prevent spoofing.

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Mailbox Management

Add, remove and manage mailboxes as your team grows. Quota management and troubleshooting included.

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Microsoft 365

We assist with Microsoft 365 setup and DNS configuration if your business requires the full Microsoft productivity suite.

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Email Forwarding

Set up forwarding rules, aliases and catch-all addresses so no enquiry is ever missed.

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SMTP & Transactional Email

WooCommerce order emails, contact forms and notifications configured to deliver reliably without landing in spam.

Migrations

Moving hosts should not be stressful.

We manage the full migration process — from your current host to RD Digital — with minimal disruption to your business.

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Site Assessment

We review your current setup, identify any issues and prepare a migration plan before touching anything.

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Full Site Migration

Files, database and email migrated to the new environment. We test thoroughly before going live.

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DNS Cutover

DNS updated and propagation monitored. Both environments run in parallel until the switch is confirmed stable.

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Post-Migration Support

We stay available after migration to resolve any email, form or performance issues that surface after go-live.

Hosting + Maintenance

Hosting works best with ongoing support.

Hosting keeps your site online. Maintenance keeps it secure, updated and performing. Together, they form the infrastructure layer that protects your digital investment.

  • WordPress core, plugin and theme updates managed monthly
  • Security monitoring and malware checks
  • Performance monitoring and speed checks
  • Backup verification and restore testing
  • Development support hours available on request
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Managed HostingActive
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Security MonitoringActive
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Plugin UpdatesActive
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Daily BackupsActive
Performance ChecksActive
Common Questions

Hosting questions answered.

Do you migrate websites from another host?+
Yes. We manage the full migration process including files, database, email and DNS changes. We test everything on the new server before updating your DNS records to go live.
Do you provide email hosting?+
Yes. Business email hosting is available on Growth and Commerce plans, and can be added to Starter. We configure domain records, mailboxes, forwarding and SMTP for reliable delivery.
Is SSL included on all plans?+
Yes. All hosting plans include SSL certificate setup and renewal. Your site will be served over HTTPS and marked as secure by browsers.
Can you host WooCommerce stores?+
Yes. Our Commerce Hosting plan is configured for WooCommerce, with higher resource allocation, transactional email support and order monitoring. We also support migrations of existing WooCommerce stores.
What happens if my site goes down?+
We monitor hosted sites and will investigate downtime as a priority. Response time depends on your plan. For critical sites, we recommend pairing hosting with a maintenance plan for the fastest response.
Do you provide support after setup?+
Yes. Unlike most hosting providers, we offer direct support via email and WhatsApp. Hosted clients can contact us directly and we respond as a real team, not a help desk ticket system.
Can I move from another host to RD Digital?+
Yes. Include your current hosting details in your quote request and we will advise on the migration process, timeline and any risks specific to your setup.
Infrastructure

Reliable hosting supports business growth.

Infrastructure matters. A stable website and dependable support reduce risk and improve long-term performance. Your hosting is the foundation everything else is built on.