Liquid Web In our digital-first world, small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) face mounting pressure to deliver faster websites, airtight security, and a seamless customer experience, all without overspending on infrastructure.
If that challenge sounds familiar, you’re not alone. And the solution might be closer (and more cost-effective) than you think.
That’s why we’re excited to announce our upcoming free webinar, co-hosted with the experts at HostingAdvice.
- Webinar: Secure, fast, and scalable: Exploring VPS hosting trends for SMBs in 2025
- Date: August 14, 2025
- Time: 2 PM EST
- Register now
Join us on August 14th at 2 PM EST for a deep dive into how Virtual Private Servers (VPS) are transforming the way SMBs approach performance, scalability, and security in 2025.
Hosting challenges SMBs are facing in 2025
SMBs are operating in a more competitive digital environment than ever before. The expectations are high. Lightning-fast page loads, 24/7 reliability, and bulletproof security are now requirements, and failure to meet them can mean lost revenue, damaged reputation, and weakened SEO rankings.
But while the demands have grown, the hosting options haven’t always kept up with SMB realities.
Shared hosting is too limiting for SMBs
It may be cost-effective, but sometimes with shared hosting you trade performance, uptime, and security for affordability. When one site on your server gets hit with traffic spikes or malware, everyone suffers. That’s a risky gamble for businesses that rely on availability and trust.
Cloud hosting can be overkill
On the other end of the spectrum, cloud hosting promises flexibility, but often comes with steep learning curves, unpredictable costs, and more complexity than many SMBs want to manage. For teams without dedicated DevOps or IT staff, it’s not just costly, it’s overwhelming.
Scaling is a struggle
As SMBs grow, they often hit a wall with shared environments, yet don’t have a clear roadmap for upgrading. Missing the right window to scale can lead to outages, slowdowns, or migration nightmares during critical periods like holiday rushes or product launches.
That’s where VPS comes in.
For many SMBs, VPS hosting delivers the just right balance of performance, security, and scalability, without the price tag or complexity of other options.
Why VPS is the smart move for SMBs this year
Whether you’re currently running on shared hosting, managing cloud costs, or planning your next upgrade, VPS is quickly becoming the go-to solution for businesses that need more control, without the high price tag of dedicated or cloud infrastructure.
In this expert-led session, you’ll get a front-row seat to:
- The current state of SMB hosting: What’s working (and what’s not) for growing businesses in 2025.
- VPS and performance: How it improves SEO, speeds up your site, and supports uptime goals.
- Built-in and add-on security: Learn how VPS security coverage helps protect against evolving cyber threats.
- Strategic timing tips: Learn when it makes sense to upgrade, especially ahead of peak seasons.
Meet the speakers
- Chris LaNasa, Senior Director of Product Marketing at Liquid Web
- Ryan Frankel, Chief Technology Officer at HostingAdvice
Together, they’ll unpack the key trends, share actionable advice, and answer your questions live.
Who should attend?
This session is tailor-made for:
- SMB owners who want better performance and peace of mind.
- In-house IT teams managing infrastructure on a budget.
- Developers looking for scalable environments.
- Agencies supporting SMB clients with evolving hosting needs.
Ready to get ahead?
Don’t miss this real-world guide to choosing smarter infrastructure in 2025. Walk away with insights you can use right away, and discover if VPS hosting is the right fit for your growth goals.
Can’t make it live? No worries. Register now and we’ll send the recording and slides after the event.
Don’t wait until downtime or slow load times impact your bottom line. Join us and HostingAdvice to future-proof your hosting strategy.