What is a Web Hosting Reseller
A Web hosting reseller is someone who sells Web hosting. It usually refers to companies that own a dedicated server or have bought a reseller hosting plan from another Web hosting provider.
Benefits of Becoming a Hosting Reseller
There are lots of reasons a Web designer would want to resell Web hosting to clients. Some of the best include:
- You control the hosting so you know exactly what features can be implemented on their website
- It provides an extra service to make your Web design services more appealing
- Recurring revenue - hosting resellers can charge a monthly fee for Web hosting so that even after the design is done you'll collect some money from that client
- Builds loyalty. If your client is buying Web hosting from you, they are more likely to use you again when it comes time to redesign their website.
How to Set Up as a Web Hosting Reseller
The easiest way to set up as a hosting reseller is to buy a hosting reseller plan from another Web host. Many Web hosting providers will charge you just a little extra per month to resell hosting accounts. You get the services that your hosting provider offers and space for your own website as well.
The most flexible way to set up as a hosting reseller is to set up a dedicated server. When you own or lease the entire machine, you can decide who can have Web space on your server and allocate it however you wish. Just set up virtual hosting and you can put up as many websites as your machine has space for and your bandwidth allows.
