Magento web store hosting

Running a Magento 2 store is complex and requires expertise. If not done properly, there are a number of pitfalls that can negatively affect the operation and performance of the store.

One of the biggest risks is the existence of vulnerabilities, which can lead to data loss or financial damage. In addition, poorly optimised code can lead to slow load times, which can reduce user experience and sales. In addition, improper module integrations and updates can lead to incompatibility issues and system downtime. Ongoing maintenance, regular installation of security updates and access to expert support are essential for successful operation.

Magento web store development for security and speed

During development, we pay particular attention to optimising security and loading speed. We regularly update the platform and apply the latest security patches to protect data from cyber-attacks. We optimise code, minimise resource usage and apply caching techniques to increase load speed.

Together, these measures ensure a smooth and secure user experience.

The importance of the loading speed of the online shop

The speed of our online store is affected by:

• the current performance of the Magento factory base software, which may vary slightly depending on the version
• the server-side software environment (e.g. PHP, MySQL) running the webshop, its up-to-date version and configuration status, as well as hardware characteristics (e.g. processor performance, memory, network bandwidth, etc.)
• the volume, number and quality of modules, and the number of enhancements present in the webshop
• if the webshop in question is integrated with external software (ERP systems), these may also impose additional workloads and affect performance
• the load and visitor traffic on the webshop, especially in the case of campaign traffic spikes, the speed of the webshop will be different during a promotion, when there are thousands of visitors, than in the middle of the summer holidays
• the number of administrators using the webshop’s admin interface and the intensity of the administration, as the more database operations are performed, the more the available capacity is used
• the quantity of products, categories and product features in the online store
• the volume and frequency of import procedures involving the online shop
• the size and optimisation (image format support) of images, photos and videos uploaded to the online store

Server infrastructure requirements

While a simple WordPress website or Woocommerce webshop will usually work without any major disruption on a simpler shared hosting, a Magento 2 webshop requires serious expertise and a proper server infrastructure to run smoothly.

If this is not the case, you can have serious speed and performance problems. Magento needs significantly more resources than, for example, a WordPress or Drupal-based portal.

So why is proper operation important?

The conclusion is that although this is one of the least spectacular parts of a webshop, without proper management, even the most well-designed, professionally programmed webshop will be slow, less secure and unreliable.

These features can result in lower rankings in search results, lower conversions and fewer returning customers. The short-term operating cost savings due to lost revenue, brand degradation, and periodic repair expenses will end up costing much more in the long run.

Count on us to have a well-functioning, profitable Magento webshop! We operate our customers’ webshops with our strategic partners with years of experience. Our partner’s expertise and close cooperation minimises the possibility of errors and ensures a very fast response time should any problems arise.