Hosting packages can cost a few euros or a lot more per month. The price difference usually isn't about storage space – it's about who takes care of things.
Shared hosting
You rent space on a server shared with many other customers and manage everything yourself.
- Very low prices
- You install and update software yourself
- Support usually via tickets, often generic
- Backups and security depend on your configuration
- Fine for hobby projects and technically confident users
Managed hosting
The provider not only runs the server but also takes care of the technical work around your website.
- Setup and configuration done for you
- SSL certificates, backups and updates handled
- Monitoring and security measures
- Direct support from people who know your setup
- Help with DNS, email and migrations
Comparison
| Shared hosting | Managed hosting | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Lowest | Moderate |
| Technical work | You | Provider |
| Support | Tickets, general | Personal, setup-specific |
| Backups | Often optional | Included and monitored |
| Best for | DIY users | Businesses without IT staff |
What really matters for businesses
Ask yourself: if your website shows an error on Monday morning or emails stop arriving, who fixes it – and how fast? For many companies, an hour of downtime costs more than a year of hosting fees.
Ravian Managed Hosting
Our packages – Start (€7.90/month), Business (€11.90/month) and Business Pro (€19.90/month), plus VAT where applicable – include German hosting, free SSL, daily backups and personal support. Business and Business Pro include one website migration.
If you already have an IONOS account and don't want to move, our IONOS Management service takes care of it for you.