What does web hosting do?
Web hosting stores the files and databases that make your website accessible to other people. Your domain name points visitors to those files. Hosting is different from domain registration: you can buy one from Estha and connect it to the other, or use the same provider for both.
For a small brochure site, a modest plan may be enough. A busy catalogue, image-heavy blog or growing store may need more storage and bandwidth. Look at the published limits rather than judging a plan by its label.
Choose by website size, not marketing words
| Plan | Monthly price | Websites | Storage | Bandwidth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver | ₦5,000 | 2 | 3 GB SSD | 10 GB |
| Gold | ₦10,000 | 4 | 5 GB | 50 GB |
| Premium | ₦20,000 | 6 | 10 GB SSD | Unlimited* |
Bandwidth and other server resources are subject to our fair-use policy.
What to check before paying
- Website count: If you manage clients or multiple brands, make sure the package supports every site you intend to add.
- Storage: Product photographs, backups and large media libraries consume disk space.
- Bandwidth: Large downloads and traffic spikes can require a higher tier.
- Software: Confirm support for the particular PHP version, database, framework or WordPress plugins that your project needs.
- Backup and recovery: Ask what is stored, how long restore points are kept and whether you also need an independent backup.
Hosting for a Nigerian audience
A site can serve visitors in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt or anywhere else without its server being physically located in that city. Image optimization, caching, reliable DNS and a website that works on mobile networks are just as important as the server location. For a project with strict residency or data protection requirements, verify hosting location with the provider first.
Need a name first? See domain registration in Nigeria. Building a blog or store? Explore WordPress hosting. For a step-by-step purchase checklist, read how to choose web hosting in Nigeria.