In a landscape increasingly dominated by cloud-native applications, VPS platforms and managed infrastructures, you might think that shared hosting is on the decline. And yet, in 2025, shared hosting is still one of the most widely used web hosting solutions in the world. How is this possible?

The answer lies in its unique combination of simplicity, accessibility and evolving features that keep it relevant – even as technology advances.

1. Affordability that still matters

Despite the increasing affordability of VPS and cloud infrastructures , shared hosting is still the most accessible solution for individuals and small businesses, especially those just starting out. At AvaHost, shared hosting plans start at just 1.99 EUR per month – making it incredibly easy to launch a website, create email accounts and manage your online presence via the intuitive cPanel control panel.

For non-technical users, early-stage startups or side projects, shared hosting offers a low-risk, low-cost environment to develop and validate ideas before moving to more advanced solutions such as VPS or dedicated servers. With automated tools, one-click app installs and built-in support, AvaHost makes shared hosting not only affordable, but also frustration-free and scalable when you’re ready to grow.

2. Simplicity and minimal maintenance

Shared hosting is still the best solution for anyone who needs hosting without the hassle.

  • No need to manage operating systems
  • No problems with terminal or root access
  • Automatic updates, backups and server maintenance are often included

The all-in-one nature of shared hosting makes it ideal for non-tech savvy entrepreneurs, bloggers, freelancers and even educational projects.

3. Perfect for small websites and static projects

Let’s face it: not every website needs Kubernetes or a high-performance VPS.

  • Small business websites
  • Portfolios
  • Landing pages
  • Personal blogs

These low-traffic websites don’t need the horsepower of a dedicated environment. For such cases, shared hosting offers just enough resources without being too complicated.

4. Evolving security and performance standards

In 2025, shared hosting is no longer what it was in 2015.

Modern shared hosting platforms offer:

  • Free SSL certificates (often automatically installed via Let’s Encrypt)
  • DDoS protection and WAFs (web application firewalls)
  • SSD or NVMe-based storage for faster performance
  • LiteSpeed or HTTP/3 support for increased speed

These improvements have narrowed the performance gap between shared hosting and low-end VPS solutions for many use cases.

5. Integrated support and ecosystem

Unlike unmanaged solutions, shared hosting is often offered with the following benefits:

  • One-click installation of applications (WordPress, Joomla, etc.)
  • Integrated email hosting
  • File and database manager
  • Support teams to help with general CMS problems

Bonus: Smooth upgrade options

AvaHost offers easy upgrade options – from shared hosting to VPS or dedicated servers – with little to no downtime. This allows customers to start small and scale up as needed, which continues to be a compelling reason to choose shared hosting.

Final considerations

While VPS and cloud infrastructures are the engines behind many modern applications, shared hosting continues to fill an important niche. Its affordability, simplicity and modern features ensure that it will continue to be a relevant solution for many users in the future.

In short, shared hosting survives not because it is outdated, but because it is constantly evolving to meet real-world needs.