Are you ready to take your website to the next level with powerful and reliable cloud hosting?
Look no further than Cloudways – a hosting platform designed to provide a seamless and hassle-free onboarding experience. The best bit is you’ll get a Cloudways free trial for three days without having to give your credit card details.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of setting up Cloudways hosting, from creating your account to launching your first cloud server.
How to create your Cloudways Free Trial
Step 1: Creating Your Cloudways Account
- Start by visiting the Cloudways website and fill in your name, email address, password, and select a description and monthly hosting spend. This information will be used to create your Cloudways account. Alternatively, sign up using Digital Ocean, LinkedIn, GitHub or Gmail.
- Review the terms of service and privacy policy, then click “Start Free” to create your account.
Plans come with a 3-day free trial (no credit card, no charges), Free Object Cache Pro & SSL Certificate, 24/7/365 real-time expert support, and unlimited websites. This means you can take it for a test drive and see that it’s right for you.
Step 2: Choosing Your Cloud Provider/Server
- After creating your account, you’ll be directed to the Cloudways Platform. Click on the “Launch” button to get started (you may need to verify your account first before you can get started).
- Choose your application (WordPress, Magento, Joomla, etc.) – in this example we’ve chosen WordPress.
- Give your application and server a unique name for easy identification. This can be anything of your choosing.
- Select the best category for your project.
- Select your preferred cloud provider from the options (e.g. AWS, Google Cloud, or DigitalOcean).
Step 3: Customising Your Server and Application Settings
- Select the server size that best fits your needs. You can always scale your server size later.
- Choose the data centre location that’s closest to your target audience to ensure optimal website performance.
Step 4: Launching Your Server and Website
- Review your server configuration and application settings to ensure everything is accurate. At the bottom of the screen you will also see details of the plan e.g. Pay as You Go, along with the hourly and monthly price.
- Click the “Launch Now” button to initiate the setup process. Cloudways will automatically set up your server and application, saving you time and effort.
Step 5: Exploring the Intuitive Dashboard
- Log in to your Cloudways account using the provided credentials.
- The Cloudways dashboard is designed with simplicity and ease of use in mind. Navigate through the different sections to manage your server, applications, and more.
- Take advantage of the user-friendly interface to monitor server performance, set up backups, and access advanced features.
Pro Tips for a Smooth Onboarding Experience
Familiarise Yourself with the Knowledge Base:
Cloudways provides a comprehensive knowledge base that offers guides, tutorials, and troubleshooting tips to help you make the most of your hosting experience.
Utilise the 24/7 Support:
If you encounter any challenges during setup or while managing your server, don’t hesitate to reach out to Cloudways’ 24/7 customer support. They’re ready to assist you at any time.
Congratulations! You’ve successfully set up your Cloudways hosting and launched your website on the cloud server. With its user-friendly interface, intuitive dashboard, and exceptional support, Cloudways ensures that your onboarding experience is smooth and stress-free. Now you can focus on growing your online presence and delivering an outstanding experience to your visitors.