Managed WordPress hosting is a hosting service where the provider handles all technical aspects of running WordPress — server maintenance, security updates, performance optimisation, backups, and WordPress-specific caching — so you can focus on running your business instead of managing a server.
Screenwalker is an authorised WP Engine affiliate partner. WP Engine is the gold standard in managed WordPress hosting: built exclusively for WordPress, trusted by over 1.5 million sites worldwide, and engineered for the 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
WP Engine Platform API
GIT & SFTP access
SSO and multi-factor authentication
Local developer tools
Premium WordPress themes
Dev, stage, prod environments
WP Engine Platform API
ISO 27001 certified infrastructure
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.
60 day money-back guarantee: We’re so confident that you’ll love our products and services that we’re offering a 60 day money-back guarantee. If you’re unsatisfied for any reason, you can request a refund anytime within the first 60 days and we’ll refund your plan fees paid. You must request your refund as part of your cancellation notice to qualify for a refund. Please note: All new Startup, Professional, Growth, and Scale plans are included in the 60-day money back guarantee. All other premium and custom plans are not included.
* First year pricing and associated coupons are valid for new customers purchasing Startup, Professional, Growth, and Scale plans only. Cannot be used with other offers and is not valid for upgrades, renewals or any other product purchase. Offer can only be redeemed once upon signup.
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