THE FLASHCLOUD BLOG
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Hosting know-how, product news, and the occasional strong opinion — from the people who run Flashcloud.
How to test your website backups before you need them
Most website owners have backups. Very few have ever restored one. A simple monthly and quarterly routine to test yours, plus a restore plan template.
AI website builder: what you get and what you own
Six AI website builders compared on ownership, pricing, and limits. Know what you're signing up for before you build.
Best Web Hosting for Hair Salons & Barbershops in 2026
Booking platforms look alike on price until you add a website. GlossGenius includes one, Fresha and Vagaro charge extra. Seven salon options compared.
How to hire someone to build a website
Want to hire someone to build a website? Write a clear brief, get two or three quotes, and lock down ownership in writing before work starts.
Best web hosting for nonprofits in 2026
Real nonprofit hosting offers are rarer than they look. Here's which ones hold up, which pages have no offer behind them, and what free actually costs.
How to build a church website
Before you pick a template, make these decisions first. A practical guide to ownership, domains, budgets, and keeping your church site running long-term.
Website builder vs WordPress: which one should you use in 2026
Website builder or WordPress? The difference shows in year two, not year one. Real prices, and what leaving each one actually costs you.
Best DreamHost alternatives in 2026
Looking for DreamHost alternatives? Compare Flashcloud, Namecheap, SiteGround, KnownHost and AccuWeb on price, renewals and what each host includes.
Student Web Hosting Explained: Domains, WordPress, Email and What You Actually Need
Domain, hosting and email are three separate purchases dressed up as one. What each costs, what a student plan should bundle, and what you can skip.