WP Engine
WP Engine is a managed hosting platform built for speed, security, and scale, offering specialized tools and 24/7 WordPress expertise for mission-critical websites.
About WP Engine
WP Engine delivers enterprise-grade managed WordPress hosting, combining industry-leading speed, robust security, and expert 24/7 technical support for mission-critical sites.
Key Features
EverCache® Performance Engine
Experience significant site speed boosts powered by EverCache®, WP Engine's proprietary caching solution built on modern cloud infrastructure, ensuring fast, reliable delivery of content.
Proactive Security & Compliance
Benefit from security by design, including Layer 3+4 DDoS protection, managed Web Application Firewall (WAF), and continuous security patching to defend your revenue and reputation.
Automated Development Workflow
Streamline development with 1-click staging environments, SSH access, and Git-powered CI/CD capabilities, allowing developers to deploy faster with zero friction.
AI-Powered Maintenance
Reduce manual overhead with AI-powered automatic plugin and theme updates, which include visual regression testing and safe rollbacks to maintain site integrity post-update.
Guaranteed Uptime & Scalability
Host confidently knowing your site is backed by a 99.99% Uptime SLA, supported by high-capacity infrastructure designed to handle unexpected traffic spikes, such as holiday sales or breaking news.
Specialized Hosting Suites
WP Engine offers tailored solutions, including specialized growth suites for eCommerce to speed up checkout, and integrated tools for Media Publishers to accelerate editorial time-to-market.
Use Cases
Scaling eCommerce Revenue
Protect and accelerate your online store using the specialized eCommerce solution that optimizes search, speeds up checkout processes, and automates critical store operations.
Agency Client Delivery Excellence
Agencies can deliver superior client sites by leveraging 24/7 support, easy site transferability for client handoffs, and a platform that keeps client sites consistently fast and secure.
High-Traffic Media Publishing
Media publishers can scale content operations and audience engagement on a platform built to handle traffic-driven publishing demands, utilizing tools that accelerate editorial time to market.
Enterprise Application Stability
Enterprise teams can cut total cost of ownership by offloading scaling, security, and backups to WP Engine, allowing internal engineering resources to focus purely on innovation.
Developer Workflow Acceleration
Developers gain efficiency using pro-code tools, including automated deployments via GitHub Actions and local development tools, ensuring a smooth transition from local build to production.
Mission-Critical Site Reliability
For sites demanding maximum availability, WP Engine provides isolated resources and advanced uptime monitoring alerts, ensuring performance even during peak load events.
FAQ
What level of uptime guarantee does WP Engine offer?
WP Engine provides a Service Level Agreement (SLA) guaranteeing that services will be available 99.99% of the time, excluding any excused downtime as detailed in the official SLA documentation.
Can I easily move my existing WordPress site to WP Engine?
Yes, migration is simplified with a free Automated Migration plugin, and for larger projects, WP Engine offers managed bulk site migrations and dedicated planning teams.
How does WP Engine handle security updates for my site components?
Security is proactive; WP Engine manages WordPress and PHP updates, and the Smart Plugin Manager uses AI to safely update plugins, including visual regression testing and automatic rollbacks if issues arise.
Do I get access to development and testing environments?
Absolutely, WP Engine includes 1-click staging and development environments, allowing you to test changes safely before pushing them live to your production site.
What kind of support is available if I run into a technical issue?
WP Engine offers 24/7 WordPress technical expertise. Customers on higher-tier plans may also receive fast-track support from senior experts.
Is advanced caching included to ensure fast page loads?
Yes, site speed is enhanced by the included EverCache® system, which is a WordPress-optimized caching layer built into the managed platform.