At Connective, we provide website hosting services through My Website, which includes regular updates, platform maintenance and enhanced security features to keep your website running smoothly.
This article explains the difference between web hosting, domain name hosting and email hosting, and outlines what Connective does — and does not — provide.
Web hosting (provided by Connective)
Web hosting refers to the server space where your website files are stored. Every website needs hosting — without it, your website files have no place to live and cannot be accessed online.
When you subscribe to a Connective My Website package, Connective provides:
Secure website hosting
Regular updates
Platform maintenance
Enhanced website security
This ensures your website remains online, stable and secure.
Domain name hosting (not provided by Connective)
A domain name is your website address, such as: www.mycompany.com.au
Domain name hosting is the service that manages this address and ensures it directs visitors to your hosted website.
With a Connective website package:
Connective hosts your website,
but you must arrange domain name hosting with your preferred provider.
Your domain host manages:
Domain registration and renewal
DNS settings (e.g., pointing your domain to your Connective-hosted website)
A domain is essential because, without it, visitors would only be able to access your site using a server address (IP address), which is not practical or professional.
Email hosting (not provided by Connective)
Email hosting provides domain-based email addresses, such as: [email protected]
Because email hosting is linked to your domain hosting, Connective does not provide email hosting services.
You can choose any provider that suits your business needs, such as:
Microsoft 365
Google Workspace
Your domain host’s email service
Choosing a hosting provider
Connective does not recommend specific domain or email hosting providers, as the right solution depends on your business needs, budget and technology preferences.
When choosing a provider, consider:
Cost and renewal fees
DNS management tools
Email storage and limits
Integration with your existing systems (e.g., Outlook or Google Workspace)
Need help?
If you need help understanding what is included in your My Website package, contact your Partnership Manager or email [email protected].