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If you’re someone who spends a lot of money running websites for a living, you’ve probably thought about what it would take to start your own web hosting business. The thought sounds great right? Not only do you get to host your own websites through your own business, but you’ll get to charge people just like you for space on your very own servers. If you’re shelling out cash for web hosting services and if you know lots of other people who do (and most people do), you can see how the thought of starting your own web hosting business would be appealing. But the reality check is, it’s not easy. If you’re willing to put in the work and take on a lot of responsibility, starting your own web hosting business might work well for you. So what do you need to know before you decide?

The first thing you’re going to want to consider is your niche of clients that you’d appeal to. The reason we bring this up is the competition for web hosting services is extremely high. In order to succeed in the business, you need to carve out a client base that’s unique. Think about your niche and the service packages you’d specialize in. For example, if you specialized in hosting eCommerce websites, you’d need to have servers that are equipped to handle the demand that eCommerce clients demand.

The second thing you’re going to need to consider is how you’re going to run your server configuration, control panel, and decide what OS you’re going to use. There are many options out there, and all have their ups and downs. It would be up to you to decide what would be best for your niche, technical expertise, and estimated future growth.

The very final thing to consider is whether or not you’re up for the challenge of owning your own business. Most business start ups fail because people don’t realize the sheer will and dedication required to running a business.

• Do you know anything about keeping financial records, how to charge your clients, and what services you need to offer to stay competitive?
• Do you have the start up capital it takes to get your business up and running?
• Do you know how to get that capital if you don’t have it?
• Have you thought about a business plan?
• Do you have the emotional backbone to tirelessly handle marketing?

The few people that love this kind of challenge succeed starting their own business. You need to be honest with yourself before you take something like this on, otherwise your business will fail.

Don’t let any of this frighten you. A lot of people are very successful web hosting business owners. Check out our Reseller Hosting Marketplace to get more of an idea of what a good web hosting business looks like. You may find a reseller that fits your style and is willing to work with you in making your web hosting business dream come true.