Shared hosting places many customer accounts on the same server, which spreads the cost of the hardware and its management. Each account has its own files, databases and mail, separated from the others by the operating system.
What is shared, and what is not
The processor, memory and network connection are shared. Your data, passwords and settings are not. A well-run platform also limits how much any one account can use, so a busy neighbour cannot slow your site.
Who it suits
Corporate websites, information portals and mail for small and medium teams. When a site outgrows it, the next step is a semi-dedicated server.
See our shared hosting plans.