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Fast, Secure Website Hosting
Australian-based hosting with enterprise-grade security, daily backups, and 24/7 monitoring. Keep your website fast, secure, and always online.
99.9% Uptime
SSL Included
24/7 Monitoring
Hosting Features
Everything You Need for Reliable Hosting
Our managed hosting includes all the features you need to keep your website fast, secure, and always online.
Lightning Fast Speeds
SSD storage and optimised servers deliver sub-second load times for your website visitors.
Enterprise Security
Firewall protection, malware scanning, and DDoS mitigation keep your site safe from threats.
Daily Backups
Automatic daily backups with 30-day retention. Restore your site with one click if needed.
Free SSL Certificate
HTTPS encryption included at no extra cost. Secure your visitors and boost SEO rankings.
Australian Servers
Sydney-based data centres mean faster load times for your Australian customers.
Automatic Updates
WordPress core, themes, and plugins updated automatically to keep your site secure.
Scalable Resources
Easily upgrade your hosting plan as your business grows. No migration headaches.
Australian Support
Local support team available during business hours. No overseas call centres.
Why Managed Hosting
Managed Hosting vs DIY: What You Get
Cheap shared hosting might save you $20 a month, but it costs you hours of your time and puts your business at risk. Here is what you actually get with managed hosting.
| Feature | Managed Hostingwith Tempest | DIY Shared HostingBudget providers |
|---|---|---|
| Server Setup & Configuration | We handle everything | You figure it out |
| Security Updates & Patches | Automatic, same-day | Manual, often delayed |
| Daily Backups | Automated with 30-day retention | Manual or extra cost |
| SSL Certificate Management | Free, auto-renewing | Manual installation |
| Performance Optimisation | Caching, CDN, compression | DIY or plugins |
| Uptime Monitoring | 24/7 with instant alerts | Third-party tools needed |
| Malware Scanning & Removal | Daily scans, free cleanup | Extra cost or DIY |
| WordPress Core Updates | Tested and applied automatically | Auto but can break site |
| Plugin & Theme Updates | Managed with compatibility checks | Manual, risk of conflicts |
| Technical Support | Australian team, business hours | Ticket queues, overseas |
| Staging Environment | One-click staging sites | Complex to set up |
| Site Migration | Free, handled by us | DIY or paid service |
Stop Wasting Time on Server Management
Every hour you spend troubleshooting hosting issues is an hour not spent growing your business. Let us handle the technical side while you focus on what you do best.
Our Infrastructure
Built on Enterprise Infrastructure
Your website deserves more than a $5/month shared server. Our infrastructure is designed for performance, security, and reliability that Australian businesses can depend on.
Enterprise-Grade Servers
Our hosting runs on high-performance servers with Intel Xeon processors, NVMe SSD storage, and 64GB+ RAM. No oversold shared servers that slow down when your neighbours get traffic.
NVMe SSD StorageIntel Xeon CPUsECC RAM
Australian Data Centres
Your website is hosted in Tier III data centres located in Sydney. This means faster load times for Australian visitors, compliance with Australian data sovereignty requirements, and lower latency.
Sydney LocationTier III CertifiedRedundant Power
Multi-Layer Security
We protect your site at every level: network firewalls, web application firewalls, DDoS protection, and malware scanning. Security is not an add-on; it is built into every layer of our infrastructure.
WAF ProtectionDDoS MitigationMalware Scanning
Advanced Caching
Server-side caching, object caching with Redis, and full-page caching work together to serve your pages in milliseconds. Combined with our CDN, your site loads fast for everyone.
Redis CachingFull-Page CacheBrowser Caching
Global CDN
Static assets are served from edge locations around the world. Even though your site is hosted in Sydney, images, CSS, and JavaScript load from the nearest server to your visitor.
100+ Edge LocationsAuto Asset OptimisationInstant Purge
Automated Backups
Your entire site, including databases and files, is backed up daily and stored in a separate data centre. Restore with one click, or we can do it for you. Business and Enterprise plans include longer retention.
Daily SnapshotsOff-Site StorageOne-Click Restore
99.9%
Uptime Guarantee
<100ms
Avg. Response Time
30-Day
Backup Retention
100+
CDN Locations
Hosting Plans
Simple, Transparent Pricing
All plans include Australian-based servers, SSL, backups, and our local support team.
Starter
Perfect for small business websites
$49/month
- 1 Website
- 10GB SSD Storage
- Free SSL Certificate
- Daily Backups
- Email Support
- 99.9% Uptime Guarantee
Most Popular
Business
For growing businesses with more traffic
$99/month
- Up to 5 Websites
- 50GB SSD Storage
- Free SSL Certificates
- Daily Backups (30-day retention)
- Priority Email & Phone Support
- 99.9% Uptime Guarantee
- Staging Environment
- Performance Optimisation
Enterprise
For high-traffic sites and e-commerce
$199/month
- Unlimited Websites
- 100GB SSD Storage
- Free SSL Certificates
- Hourly Backups
- Dedicated Support Manager
- 99.99% Uptime SLA
- Staging Environments
- Performance Optimisation
- CDN Included
- Advanced Security Suite
All prices are in AUD and exclude GST. Annual plans available with 2 months free.
Support & SLA
Support You Can Actually Count On
We have all experienced the frustration of waiting days for a hosting company to respond. That is why we built our support around Australian business hours with guaranteed response times.
Australian Support Team
Our support team is based in Sydney, not overseas. You will speak to someone who understands Australian business and can actually help, not read from a script.
Business Hours Support
Support is available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm AEST. Enterprise customers get priority response times and a dedicated account manager for urgent issues.
Multiple Contact Options
Reach us via email, phone, or our client portal. Business and Enterprise customers also get priority phone support with direct lines to senior technicians.
Proactive Monitoring
We monitor your site 24/7 and fix issues before you even notice them. If something goes wrong at 3am, we are already working on it.
Guaranteed Response Times
| Priority | Description | Starter | Business | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Critical | Site down, security breach | 4 hours | 2 hours | 30 minutes |
High | Major functionality broken | 8 hours | 4 hours | 2 hours |
Medium | Minor issues, questions | 24 hours | 12 hours | 4 hours |
Low | General enquiries | 48 hours | 24 hours | 8 hours |
Need Urgent Help?
For critical issues outside business hours, Enterprise customers have access to our emergency support line. We treat site-down situations as emergencies and respond accordingly.
How We Set You Up
A smooth migration process with zero downtime
Every project begins with understanding your vision. We dive deep into your goals, target audience, and competitive landscape. From there, you'll get a detailed project plan with clear milestones, ensuring complete transparency throughout our partnership.
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Assessment
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Migration
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Optimisation
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Monitoring
Trusted by Australian Businesses
See what our clients say about our hosting and support
“Excellent service and results! The team at Tempest Digital really knows what they're doing. Highly recommend for any business looking to grow online.”
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Jackie Vrocher
“Tempest Digital has been great to work with. Their team really knows their stuff, keeps things clear, and the results have been fantastic. Highly recommend!”
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Sam
“From the start, the team at Tempest Digital took the time to truly understand our business and our goals. They delivered exactly what we needed. Thank you!”
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Mena Helaye
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our website hosting services.
Still have questions?
Contact our teamYes, we handle the complete migration of your website at no extra cost. Our team will transfer all your files, databases, and emails, then test everything before switching your domain. We ensure zero downtime during the migration process.
We guarantee 99.9% uptime for all hosting plans. Our Enterprise plan includes a 99.99% uptime SLA. If we fail to meet these guarantees, you receive service credits. Our Australian data centres are enterprise-grade with redundant power and network connections.
Starter and Business plans include daily backups with 30-day retention. Enterprise plans include hourly backups. All backups are stored off-site and can be restored with one click from your hosting dashboard or by contacting our support team.
Yes, free SSL certificates are included with all hosting plans. We use Let's Encrypt certificates that auto-renew, so your site is always secured with HTTPS. This is essential for SEO and building trust with your visitors.
Our servers are located in Sydney, Australia. This means faster load times for your Australian visitors compared to overseas hosting. For businesses targeting international audiences, we can also set up CDN (Content Delivery Network) to serve content from multiple global locations.
Yes, you can upgrade your hosting plan at any time. The process is seamless with no downtime. You simply pay the difference for the remainder of your billing period. Downgrades are also possible at your next renewal date.
Yes, our Business and Enterprise plans support WordPress multisite installations. This is ideal for agencies or businesses managing multiple related websites from a single WordPress dashboard.
All plans include firewall protection, malware scanning, and DDoS mitigation. We also perform automatic WordPress core, theme, and plugin updates to patch security vulnerabilities. Enterprise plans include additional security features like Web Application Firewall (WAF) and advanced threat detection.
Support is available via email for all plans, with priority phone support for Business and Enterprise customers. Enterprise customers also get a dedicated account manager. Our support team is based in Australia and available during business hours (AEST).
While our managed hosting is optimised for WordPress, we can also host static websites, PHP applications, and other CMS platforms. Contact us to discuss your specific requirements and we will recommend the best solution.
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Get in touch to discuss your hosting needs. Free migration included with all plans.
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