# Why choose Ruachost?

> What you get with Ruachost hosting and domains, from LiteSpeed speed and free SSL to local support and free migration.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/getting-started/guides/why-should-i-choose-ruachost-com/

## Fast, modern hosting

- **LiteSpeed web servers** with the free LiteSpeed Cache plugin for WordPress
- **Current PHP versions** (up to PHP 8.5) that you choose yourself in cPanel
- **Redis and Memcached** for busy sites and online stores
- **Servers in Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Paris and Seattle.** See [Where are Ruachost's servers?](https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/getting-started/guides/determining-which-data-center-hosts-your-account/)

## Included with every hosting plan

- **Free SSL** for all your domains, issued and renewed automatically
- **Automatic backups** with JetBackup, which you can restore yourself from cPanel
- **Security tools:** Imunify360 and Monarx scan for and block malware
- **cPanel**, with one-click installs for WordPress and hundreds of other apps
- **Email** on your own domain
- **Free migration** from other cPanel hosts. See [Moving your website to Ruachost](https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/getting-started/guides/migrating-an-account-from-another-web-host-to-ruachost/).

## Domains from an accredited registrar

Ruachost is a **NiRA-accredited registrar** for .ng domains, so we register and manage them directly with the registry. You can also register .com and other international domains, and manage DNS, nameservers, transfer codes and contact details yourself in the client area. See [All about .ng domains](https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/domains/guides/ng-domains/).

## Support from real people

Reach us **24/7** by AI agent chat, live chat, WhatsApp, phone, email or support ticket. Our team is based in Abuja and knows your hosting inside out. See [Contacting Ruachost support](https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/getting-started/guides/contact-support/).

## Flexible billing

- Pay for hosting **monthly, annually, or up to 10 years ahead**, whichever suits you.
- **Money-back guarantee** on hosting: 7 days for monthly plans, 30 days for annual plans.
- Pay in **Naira, US Dollars or Euros**, with Paystack, Stripe, PayPal, bank transfer or cryptocurrency.
- Upgrade your plan any time as your website grows.

See [Ruachost billing FAQ](https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/billing/guides/ruachost-billing-faq/).

## Planet-conscious

Ruachost is a planet-conscious hosting company. We're mindful of the energy our services use, and we offer discounted hosting for registered charities. See [Do you offer a discount for charities?](https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/getting-started/guides/do-you-offer-a-discount-for-charities/)

## Ready to start?

See [How to start a website on your hosting plan](https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/getting-started/guides/how-to-start-a-website-on-your-hosting-plan/), or [contact our sales team](mailto:sales@ruachost.com) with any questions.