Starter
For one lean project with clear limits and predictable costs.
Starting At€0.99 /mo
- 1 website
- 5 GB NVMe Storage
- 50 GB Bandwidth
- Up to 50,000 inodes
- 1 database
- Free SSL included
- Data Center in Germany
- Self-Managed (Max Savings)
Lean hosting with a cleaner cost model
Smart Hosting starts from €0.99 per month, and from €0.59 per month on longer terms. Built on NGINX, NVMe, and MariaDB with Redis and Memcached available where the workload benefits. Pricing stays lean through automation and efficient open source engineering, while responsibilities stay clear because these plans are self managed by default. When the workload grows, you can move into our WordPress Hosting, WooCommerce Hosting, Cloud VPS, or Enterprise Hosting without changing providers.
Standard
The practical choice for business sites, active blogs, and smaller stores.
Starting At€2.99 /mo
- Up to 3 websites
- 25 GB NVMe Storage
- 200 GB Bandwidth
- Up to 200,000 inodes
- Up to 5 databases
- Daily backups
- Free SSL included
- Data Center in Germany
- Self-Managed (Max Savings)
Pro
For agencies, revenue sites, and heavier workloads that need more headroom.
Starting At€4.99 /mo
- Up to 10 websites
- 60 GB NVMe Storage
- 1 TB Bandwidth
- Up to 500,000 inodes
- Daily backups
- Up to 20 databases
- Free SSL included
- Data Center in Germany
- Self-Managed (Max Savings)
Smart Hosting on a lean NGINX stack
Self managed hosting with a clear path forward.
Yhost Smart Hosting is built for founders, agencies, developers, and business owners who want modern infrastructure without paying a license markup on every account. The platform uses NGINX, PHP-FPM, OPCache, NVMe storage, and a tuned MariaDB layer to keep typical CMS workloads responsive under normal business traffic.
Redis and Memcached are available when object caching is the right fit. That helps reduce repeated database work and supports more stable dashboards, catalog pages, and dynamic sections on busy sites. When the workload becomes more WordPress specific, more commerce heavy, or more operationally sensitive, you can move into WordPress Hosting, WooCommerce Hosting, Cloud VPS, or Enterprise Hosting without changing the provider relationship.
If you want the business case behind performance first hosting, The Engineering of Speed explains why oversold nodes, renewal games, and add on driven pricing often cost more over time than a lean stack with honest limits.
Node 41 Online Uptime: 99.99%
CPU: 12%RAM: 2.1 / 4 GB
Redis Object Cache
Brotli Compression
Why Yhost
High performance hosting without the license markup
Smart Web Hosting is built around efficient components, honest limits, and node stability. We use proven open source building blocks, automate routine operations, and keep the platform balanced so you get speed and predictability at a price that still makes sense for everyday projects.
NVMe storage on every plan
Fast storage is not reserved for higher tiers. Your files and databases run on NVMe from the start, which reduces I/O wait and helps keep admin panels and dynamic pages more responsive as content grows.
Lean stack instead of license bundles
We keep pricing low through automation and efficient open source engineering. You pay for infrastructure and platform quality, not for proprietary per account licenses that do not improve your application.
Fair usage and node stability
Budget hosting fails when a node is oversold. We use clear limits, account isolation, and workload controls to reduce noisy neighbour risk and keep normal sites stable over time.
Plans that grow with the workload
Start with a lean self managed tier, then move up when traffic, revenue, or operational requirements become more demanding. The platform stays consistent, so the next step feels like an upgrade rather than a rebuild.
| Features | Starter €0.99 /mo | Standard €2.99 /mo | Pro €4.99 /mo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Visits | ~10,000 | ~40,000 | ~100,000 |
| Websites | 1 | 3 | 10 |
| NVMe Storage | 5 GB | 25 GB | 60 GB |
| Bandwidth | 50 GB | 200 GB | 1 TB |
| Dedicated RAM | 512 MB | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| CPU Power | 0.5 vCore (50%) | 1 vCore (100%) | 2 vCores (200%) |
| Concurrent Processes (EP) | 10 | 25 | 50 |
| Deploy Starter | Deploy Standard | Deploy Pro |
NGINX is widely used for efficient delivery under concurrency, and it works just as well for everyday business hosting when the storage layer and database stack are not neglected. Smart Web Hosting pairs that approach with NVMe storage, a tuned MariaDB layer, and clear self managed boundaries, so the entry tier stays affordable without feeling disposable.
stack.config
$ curl -I https://yhost.io
HTTP/2 200
server: nginx
x-cache: HIT
content-type: text/html
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The Stack
A practical stack for speed, stability, and growth
Everything is built around predictable performance and cleaner operations. You get the modern components that matter for WordPress and business sites, plus clear self managed boundaries and optional support when you need extra help.
NGINX first delivery
NGINX handles high concurrency efficiently and serves static assets fast, so PHP workers remain available for dynamic requests. This helps keep response times steadier during traffic spikes and busy periods.
Redis and Memcached available
Dynamic sites become slow when every page load hits the database. Redis or Memcached can reduce repeated query load and support better admin, catalog, and checkout responsiveness when configured correctly for the CMS.
NVMe backed storage layer
Your website files, databases, and mailboxes live on NVMe storage to reduce latency and I/O contention. This becomes especially noticeable on database heavy sites and stores with more content and activity.
Monitoring and uptime focus
We monitor the infrastructure around the clock and run proactive checks to detect issues early. Planned maintenance is handled carefully so customer sites stay available and predictable.
Account isolation and fair usage
We use Linux isolation and per account limits to reduce noisy neighbour risk and to keep nodes stable. Heavy usage is contained so one site cannot quietly degrade the rest of the server.
Free SSL with auto renewal
Every plan includes a free SSL certificate with automated issuance and renewal. HTTPS is standard, not an add on.
Under the hood
The value is in the architecture and the operating model. Smart Web Hosting keeps costs low through automation and an efficient open source stack, while staying honest about what is self managed and what belongs to the platform layer.
Smart Hosting is not built around feature inflation. It is built around a lean platform that stays useful as the project grows.
Core platform
- Linux environment tuned for stable multi tenant hosting
- NGINX with HTTP/2 and HTTP/3 support
- PHP-FPM pools with OPCache for efficient execution
- PHP versions 7.4, 8.0, 8.1, 8.2, 8.3 and above
- MariaDB tuned for common hosting workloads
- Redis and Memcached available for object caching
Security and access
- Account isolation to reduce noisy neighbour impact
- Free SSL with auto renewal
- Jailed SSH or SFTP options depending on plan
- Firewall and edge protection on the platform side
- Baseline malware scanning and hardening
Control and tooling
- Domain, DNS, and database management in the control panel
- Cron jobs and scheduled tasks
- Git, Composer, WP CLI, phpMyAdmin, and common developer tools
- Installer support for common CMS platforms
- Upgrade path into WordPress, WooCommerce, VPS, or Enterprise tiers
Support model
- Self managed by default to keep pricing lean
- 24/7 infrastructure monitoring
- Optional paid support for tasks, reviews, and incident help
- Optional care plans when you want a more hands off workflow
We manage the network, servers, platform security, monitoring, and the health of the hosting environment. You manage your website, code, plugins, content, and application level decisions. This keeps costs low while keeping responsibilities clear.
If you need extra help, you can add paid support or a care plan. That gives you access to engineers when it matters, without turning every self managed plan into a bundled support subscription.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have specific requirements such as higher email throughput, staging workflows, or a performance review for WordPress and WooCommerce, send them to us and we will recommend the right tier in writing.