Web Hosting Resellers

The Internet has provided a number of new business opportunities for the stalwart entrepreneur. One effective and profitable money-making method that some people use online is selling services that require a monthly payment. One such method is web hosting reseller plans.

Make Money with Web Host Reseller Plans

Reseller web hosting services are available through a number of online companies. There is a never ending clientel for this type of business because in most cases, anyone who has a website online needs a hosting plan. Here are some things to look for when considering a webhosting reseller that will be the right match for your web clients and your own online business.

Recurring Commissions

Every hosting company recognizes the benefits of offering a few perks to those who resell web hosting packages. Some of them offer up to 50% commission on a monthly basis, and this can really add up as you continue to make more sales. Since many people stick with a hosting company for years, it is possible for you to make recurring commissions, well after the original sale was made. Although these commissions may be smaller than other affiliate programs that are available online, it is the continuity of it which makes it desirable.

Save Money On Your Own Hosting

Many people choose reseller web hosting so they can save money on their own hosting packages. There are some pitfalls that need to be watched out for however, before you choose resell web hosting for yourself.

Some web hosting resellers will have a minimum order requirement before they will make any payouts. If you are only doing it in order to save some money on your own monthly bills, you may be disappointed with this particular company. If, on the other hand, they allow payouts once you accrue a certain amount of money, you might receive the check a few times a year, depending on the reseller web hosting package you choose.

Shared Hosting Plans

Perhaps one of the most popular type of reseller web hosting package is 'shared hosting" or one that shares a server with other websites. Before choosing one of these for your own hosting package, however, make sure that they do not overcrowd their servers with thousands of other web sites. Keep in mind, it only takes one rogue script on the server in order to slow the entire server down, or even crash it completely. Look for a hosting package that limits the number of websites on each server.

Virtual Private Servers

Another popular hosting choice is VPS, or "virtual private server." Although it is a little bit more expensive than a shared hosting plan, you're only going to be sharing a server with a few websites, rather than hundreds.

Dedicated Hosting

The next step beyond VPS is dedicated hosting. With a dedicated reseller hosting plan, you will have an entire server all to yourself. Make sure that you get one that is fully managed however, unless you have the technical know-how to manage one of the servers for yourself.