Productive Machine marks 5th anniversary as WPengine partner
We just celebrated our fifth year as a WPengine Agency Partner.
It’s fair to say we didn’t necessarily see things working out this way back at the start. The WPe hype was always exciting, but the delivery wasn’t – our dev team took issue with many of WPe’s workflows back in the day.
But over time, they’ve gotten better and better. And while we do have important client sites with another top managed WordPress host – Pagely – strictly by the numbers we’ve got most of our sites with WPengine.
Here are some of the main reasons we host our clients’ WordPress sites with them:
- OPTIMIZED FOR WORDPRESS
- WPengine is specifically built for WordPress, meaning their entire infrastructure is tailored to WordPress websites. This results in faster performance, better security, and overall smoother operation as compared to general web hosting providers.
- SPEED & PERFORMANCE
- WP Engine uses state-of-the-art technology to ensure fast load times, including:
- EverCache: Their custom-built caching technology speeds up WordPress sites.
- CDN (Content Delivery Network): Free Cloudflare CDN integration ensures fast delivery of content to global users.
- PHP 8.x support: They use the latest versions of PHP for improved speed and performance.
- SSD Storage: Solid-state drives for faster data access and reduced load times.
- WP Engine uses state-of-the-art technology to ensure fast load times, including:
- MANAGED SERVICES
- WPengine takes care of the technical aspects of hosting for you, such as:
- Automatic Updates: WordPress core and plugin updates are handled automatically to keep your site secure.
- Daily Backups: Automatic daily backups are included, so you can quickly restore your site in case something goes wrong.
- Staging Environment: They provide an easy-to-use staging environment where you can test changes before deploying them to your live site.
- WPengine takes care of the technical aspects of hosting for you, such as:
- TOP-TIER SECURITY
- WP Engine takes security seriously:
- Automatic SSL Certificates: Free SSL certificates for encrypting data between your visitors and the site.
- Threat Detection: Constant monitoring and automated alerts for any potential threats.
- Firewall Protection: WPengine has its own advanced firewall to block malicious traffic.
- Free Malware Removal: If your site gets hacked or infected, they offer free malware removal.
- WP Engine takes security seriously:
- 24/7 EXPERT TECHNICAL SUPPORT
- WPengine is known for its high-quality, WordPress-specific support. They have a team of WordPress experts available around the clock, whether you need assistance with troubleshooting, migration, or any technical issues related to WordPress.
- SCALABILITY
- Whether you’re running a small blog or a high-traffic eCommerce site, WP Engine can handle it. Their plans are scalable, so you can start small and upgrade as your site grows without worrying about server limitations or performance bottlenecks.
- DEVELOPER-FRIENDLY TOOLS
- For developers, WPengine offers several advanced tools:
- SSH Access: For advanced control over your site.
- Git Integration: For version control and deployment management.
- Local Development Environment: WPengine offers a tool called “WPengine Local,” which makes it easy to develop sites locally before pushing them live.
- Multi-Site Support: If you’re running a WordPress Multisite network, WPengine handles that too.
- For developers, WPengine offers several advanced tools:
- FREE SITE MIGRATION
- WPengine offers free website migrations for new customers. Their team can help you transfer your WordPress site from your current host with minimal downtime.
- EXCELLENT UPTIME
- WPengine boasts excellent uptime, typically above 99.99%. This means your site is almost always available to visitors, which is critical for businesses and high-traffic sites.
- EXCLUSIVE ADD-ONS & FEATURES
- WPengine offers a suite of premium tools to enhance your site:
- Genesis Framework: Included with many plans, it’s a fast, SEO-friendly framework for building WordPress sites.
- Premium Themes: Many managed hosting plans include access to premium themes.
- Performance Insights: They provide insights into your site’s performance, so you can identify any bottlenecks or issues that need fixing.
- WPengine offers a suite of premium tools to enhance your site:
- A WELL-EARNED TOP REPUTATION
- WPengine has a long-standing leadership reputation in the WordPress hosting space, known for its high-quality service, innovation, and reliability. Many well-known brands and agencies trust WPengine to power their sites.
- ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENT
- WPengine is committed to sustainability and has invested in green data centers. They also offset their carbon emissions by investing in renewable energy.
Bottom line, WPengine’s managed hosting service is a great option for any enterprise looking for a hassle-free, performance-optimized, secure, and reliable WordPress hosting solution.
It’s especially good for businesses or developers who want to focus on building and growing their websites without worrying about server maintenance or performance issues. No matter the type of site hosting needed, WPengine provides the tools, support, infrastructure, and array of plans / price points needed for success.