A quick glossary of terms you'll see often:
- Domain: your website's address, like
yourdomain.com. - Nameservers / DNS: the system that points your domain to your hosting server.
- cPanel: the control panel for managing files, email and databases.
- Hosting: the server space where your website's files live.
- SSL: the certificate enabling
https://and the padlock; we offer free SSL via AutoSSL/Let's Encrypt. - FTP: a method for uploading files to your account.
- Bandwidth: monthly data transfer to visitors.
- Softaculous: a one-click installer for apps like WordPress.
See our knowledgebase for deeper guides on any of these.
