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What does Online store hosting mean?

Online store hosting is a service that provides the server space and technical environment needed to run an online store and make it available on the internet. It stores the files, databases, product data and other parts of the e-shop that are loaded for visitors as they use the website. Hosting quality mainly affects speed, stability, security and the store's ability to handle higher traffic or a larger number of orders. Hosting can be part of an e-commerce platform or purchased separately. When choosing, look at server performance, service availability, backups, security, technical support and options for further scaling as the e-shop grows.