My Website Setup & Recommendations
Below is a list of the tools, services & software I use on this website and that I recommend for building your business for best possible results.
Web Hosting & Domain Registrar
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![Hostinger logo](https://punchsalad.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Hostinger_Logo-300x168.png)
Shared Web Hosting from Hostinger
Hostinger has affordable prices, fast servers and excellent customer service.
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Domain Names from Namecheap
I recommend using NameCheap when you need domains. Really affordable prices and all domains come with Whois Privacy Protection.
WordPress Themes & Plugins
Once you have solid web hosting and you have found the right domain name. You will need some essential WordPress theme & plugins to optimize your website for SEO, security & page speed.
![](https://punchsalad.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/oceanwp-logo-300x180.jpg)
Free WordPress Theme - OceanWP
Has so many features and it's free! Comes with about 20 free demos to get you started.
![Speed Up WordPress with NitroPack](https://punchsalad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Speed-Up-Wordpress-with-NitroPack-300x274.jpg)
NitroPack - Speed Optimizer
It will make your website super fast. "Psiu psiu.." that's how fast it will load.
![](https://punchsalad.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/yoast-logo.png)
Yoast SEO WordPress Plugin
Just get it, it's awesome for SEO!
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Elementor Page Builder for WordPress
Elementor is easy to use for anyone, it enables you to drag and drop elements without knowing any coding
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UpdraftPlus WordPress Backup Plugin
Always have a backup, you'll thank me later.
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reSmush.it Image Optimizer for WordPress
I love this plugin, compresses all my images by about 60% and it does it automatically.
Email Marketing Tools
![mailerlite logo](https://punchsalad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/mailer-lite-300x100.png)
Free email marketing tool
You can do pretty much anything with Mailerlite when it comes to email marketing. Setup newsletters, collect emails & create landing pages. Best tool for beginners!
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Gmail for business
I love Gmail interface and the tools that come with Google's products. Workspace is basically Gmail, but for businesses!
Design tools
Sometimes you just need create some graphics for your website.
![](https://punchsalad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Canva-logo-150x150.jpg)
Canva - For beginner designers
Canva is such a great tool! Not only can you design images from scratch, they have thousands of templates for every occasion. Social media, Email signatures, business cards and much more.
![affinity photo logo](https://punchsalad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/affinity-photo-logo-300x107.png)
Best option for advanced designers
It has 90% of the same features as Photoshop, but costs a fraction. I use this tool to create my YouTube thumbnails and other advanced design work.
![fiverr logo](https://punchsalad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/fiverr-logo-300x158.jpg)
For non-designers
Sometimes it's just better to delegate design or other work to professionals. That's when I use Fiverr.
Best deals
![app sumo logo](https://punchsalad.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/appsumo-3.png)
Best deals for website owners
Appsumo is a great place to discover tools that you never knew you needed. From SEO, PPC to project management tools. They are all under one roof.