Most website owners don’t want to think about server configuration, security patches, or performance tuning. Managed WordPress hosting handles all of that for you — automatically. WP Engine is the gold standard: built exclusively for WordPress, trusted by over 1.5 million sites worldwide, and engineered for speed, security, and uptime that shared hosting simply can’t match.
When you host with WP Engine through Screenwalker, you get enterprise-grade infrastructure at a price that works for small businesses, growing brands, and everything in between. No technical headaches. No surprise downtime. Just a fast, secure WordPress site that works.
Perfect for starting a small business website or blog.
All the features you will need for building your brand.
All the features you will need for a growing business.
24/7 WordPress-specific support
Site speed boost with EverCache®
Advanced network CDN
Threat blocking & WordPress security
Free automated migration plugin
Dev, stage, prod environments
Annual SOC 2 audits and ISO 27001 certification
Managed WP & PHP updates
Daily & on-demand backups
Free SSL and SSH certificates
Flexible site copy tools
Transferable sites for easy client handoff
Activity log & advanced user permissions
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SSO and multi-factor authentication
Local developer tools
Premium WordPress themes
Dev, stage, prod environments
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Running a WooCommerce store demands more than standard hosting. You need a platform purpose-built for the demands of eCommerce — fast product search, secure checkout, and the ability to scale during peak traffic without a hitch. WP Engine’s eCommerce hosting delivers exactly that, with EverCache for Woo, Stripe Connect integration, and Instant Store Search powered by Elasticsearch.
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