WordPress hosting built for speed.
Optimised servers, free SSL, 1-click installs and daily backups — on South African infrastructure.
Everything your WordPress site needs
Purpose-built for WordPress — faster page loads, automatic updates, and security baked in from day one.
Free SSL Certificate
Every plan includes a free Let's Encrypt SSL certificate to keep your visitors safe and your SEO score healthy.
Optimised for WordPress
Our servers are tuned specifically for WordPress — PHP 8.4, OPcache, and server-side caching out of the box.
Free Daily Backups
Automatic daily backups mean you can restore your WordPress site to any point in time with a single click.
1-Click WordPress Install
Get a fresh WordPress site live in under 60 seconds using our Softaculous auto-installer.
Free .co.za Domain
Selected plans include a free .co.za domain to give your South African audience a local address they trust.
Automatic WordPress Updates
Keep your core, themes, and plugins up to date automatically — fewer vulnerabilities, less admin overhead.
DirectAdmin Control Panel
A clean, powerful control panel to manage your files, databases, email accounts, and DNS with ease.
24x7 Security Monitoring
Around-the-clock DDoS protection and malware scanning keeps your WordPress site online and clean.
Tier 3 ISO 27001 Data Centre
Hosted in a certified South African data centre with enterprise-grade physical and network security.
Up and running in four steps
From sign-up to live site — faster than you'd expect.
Choose Your Plan
Pick the WordPress hosting plan that matches your site size and traffic expectations.
Launch or Migrate
Spin up a fresh WordPress install in one click, or let us migrate your existing site for free.
Manage with Ease
Use DirectAdmin to handle files, databases, email, and DNS — we handle the server infrastructure.
Grow with Confidence
As your traffic grows, upgrade your plan without rebuilding anything. Scale in minutes, not days.
Already on WordPress?
We'll move you over.
Switching hosts can feel risky — but we handle the heavy lifting for you. Our migration team moves your site with minimal downtime.
- Free migration included with selected plans
- Files, database, and configuration handled for you
- DNS guidance to ensure a smooth cut-over
- Test the site on our platform before going fully live
Enhanced Security
Built-in malware scanning, DDoS protection, and outgoing mail filters stop threats before they affect your visitors.
Free Migrations
We move your existing WordPress site to Softhost for free — files, databases, and DNS guidance included.
Expert SA Support
Our Johannesburg-based support team knows WordPress inside out. Get real help, fast, whenever you need it.