{"id":10488,"date":"2025-09-03T15:40:31","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T13:40:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/?p=10488"},"modified":"2025-09-03T16:46:16","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T14:46:16","slug":"hosting-of-your-website-at-a-local-provider","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/hosting-of-your-website-at-a-local-provider\/","title":{"rendered":"Don\u2019t underestimate the importance of a local hosting provider"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Freshly baked bread from your neighborhood bakery, Belgian beer, Antwerp fashion... We all love things that are proudly 'from here'. But what about your hosting? Have you placed your website and data with a foreign hosting company? That could\u2019ve been entirely local too, with servers literally and figuratively close to home. Discover why local hosting makes a real difference.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide has-blue-faded-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/nl\/blog\/files\/cover-hosting-in-europe.jpg\" alt=\"Hosting in Europe\" class=\"wp-image-28833\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading uagb-heading-text mt-1\">Download the full report from team.blue<\/h4>\n<p>Geopolitical tensions and evolving regulations are pushing companies to rethink where they host their data. This report from team.blue reveals how over 2,000 European organisations are navigating data storage in today\u2019s shifting landscape.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list uagb-block-ec8ac07e uagb-icon-list__outer-wrap uagb-icon-list__layout-vertical\">\n<div class=\"uagb-icon-list__wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-a4c89392 uagb-icon-list-repeater uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><a target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Download the full report here\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/on.combell.com\/en\/reports\/hosting-in-europe\"> <\/a><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M504.3 273.6l-112.1 104c-6.992 6.484-17.18 8.218-25.94 4.406c-8.758-3.812-14.42-12.45-14.42-21.1L351.9 288H32C14.33 288 .0002 273.7 .0002 255.1S14.33 224 32 224h319.9l0-72c0-9.547 5.66-18.19 14.42-22c8.754-3.809 18.95-2.075 25.94 4.41l112.1 104C514.6 247.9 514.6 264.1 504.3 273.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\"><strong>Download the full report here<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1  uagb-block-9d326cba     \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t><\/p>\n<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>Table of contents<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L192 306.8l137.4-137.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C208.4 380.9 200.2 384 192 384z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap\">\n<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\">\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#explore-the-benefits-of-local-hosting\">Explore the benefits of local hosting<\/a><\/li>\n<ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\">\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#gdpr-check-your-data-is-safe-with-local-hosting-providers\">\u2705 GDPR? check! Your data is safe with local hosting providers<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#information-security-check-your-data-is-truly-protected\">\u2705 Information security? Check! Your data is truly protected<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#not-just-a-supplier-but-a-partner-check-local-means-reliable\">\u2705 Not just a supplier, but a partner? Check! Local means reliable<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#your-data-stays-in-belgium-check-choose-data-sovereignty\">\u2705 Your data stays in Belgium? Check! Choose data sovereignty<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#no-cookie-cutter-approach-check-your-project-is-our-priority\">\u2705 No cookie-cutter approach? Check! Your project is our priority<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#free-support-in-your-own-language-check-reach-us-247\">\u2705 Free support in your own language? Check! Reach us 24\/7<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#strong-performance-check-the-fastest-load-times-guaranteed\">\u2705 Strong performance? Check! The fastest load times guaranteed<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#want-to-make-a-strong-impression-check-local-hosting-builds-trust\">\u2705 Want to make a strong impression? Check! Local hosting builds trust<\/a><\/li>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#looking-for-website-hosting-go-local\">Looking for website hosting? Go local!<\/a><\/li>\n<ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\">\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#download-the-full-teamblue-report\">Download the full team.blue report<\/a><\/li>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions-about-the-importance-of-local-hosting\">Frequently asked questions about the importance of local hosting<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore the benefits of local hosting<\/h2>\n<p>Opting for local hosting is not only better for our own economy. By working with reliable hosting providers from <strong>Belgium or the Netherlands<\/strong>, you also make things much easier for yourself. Not to mention the great importance of this!<\/p>\n<p>Keep quiet? <em>No way<\/em>, we will explain why it is better to choose a local hosting company for the best hosting. Discover all the advantages of local hosting.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Advantage of local hosting (like Combell)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Drawback of hyperscalers (big international players)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u2705 <strong>Fully GDPR-compliant:<\/strong> Data remains in Belgium, under EU law<\/td>\n<td>\u274c Data may be stored outside the EU, subject to foreign laws (like the US CLOUD Act)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u2705 <strong>Data sovereignty:<\/strong> You stay in control of your own data<\/td>\n<td>\u274c Unclear who has access to your data or under which laws<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u2705 <strong>Personal, Dutch-speaking support 24\/7<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u274c English-only support, often via email or ticketing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u2705 <strong>Partner, not supplier:<\/strong> Genuine collaboration and guidance<\/td>\n<td>\u274c Impersonal service, no custom approach or proactive help<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u2705 <strong>ISO 27701 certified:<\/strong> Proven privacy and security standards<\/td>\n<td>\u274c No guarantee of meeting European data protection norms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u2705 <strong>Optimized performance and fast load times<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u274c Overloaded systems or setups not tailored to your needs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u2705 <strong>Local experts who understand your business<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\u274c Distant service, no insight into your local market or context<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u2705 <strong>Better impression on customers and partners: <\/strong>Trust and professionalism<\/td>\n<td>\u274c Less transparency = less trust, especially in privacy-conscious sectors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u2705 <strong>No cookie-cutter approach:<\/strong> Tailored advice and solutions<\/td>\n<td>\u274c One-size-fits-all: no room for a personalized strategy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 GDPR? check! Your data is safe with local hosting providers<\/h3>\n<p>Protecting the privacy of all kinds of data and personal information. That is what the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) legislation does. You will often hear the English term: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/what-is-gdpr\/\"><strong>General Data Protection Regulation<\/strong>, or \u201cthe GDPR\u201d<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>For your website hosting, you\u2019re safest with a European provider that has data centers in the same country. Your data stays on physical servers in Belgium, so you're fully GDPR-compliant.<\/p>\n<p><cite>Matthias Dekeyser, Solution Sales Specialist at Combell<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p>Why take risks? Failing to comply with GDPR could cost you, in extreme cases, fines that exceed upon <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edpb.europa.eu\/news\/news\/2023\/12-billion-euro-fine-facebook-result-edpb-binding-decision_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">one billion euros<\/a> (source: European Data Protection Board).<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-shield-2-1024x731.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13478\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-shield-2-1024x731.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-shield-2-300x214.png 300w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-shield-2-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-shield-2.png 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p>\u2018When it comes to hosting your website, it is best to choose a company that complies with all the strict regulations. With a European hosting company with <strong>data centres in your own country<\/strong>, you can rest assured. You will be fully compliant with GDPR legislation, because your data will be stored on a physical server in Belgium,\u2019 says Matthias Dekeyser, Solution Sales Specialist at Combell.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From internal training to ISO 27701<\/h4>\n<p>Offering the best hosting also means that our employees receive internal training so that securing your data remains a top priority. This ensures that there is a clear line in how we manage our customers' personal data.<\/p>\n<p>Would you like to compare hosting providers and check for yourself whether your favourite hosting company attaches great importance to GDPR? You can do so with the specially designed <strong>ISO 27701 certificate<\/strong>. You can regard this as proof that a company complies with the standards for managing and storing personal information.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-inline-notice uagb-inline_notice__align-left uagb-block-370907c0 uagb-inline_notice__outer-wrap\">\n<p class=\"uagb-notice-title\">Also read<\/p>\n<div class=\"uagb-notice-text\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/iso-27701-certified-for-being-gdpr-compliant\/\">Combell receives the ISO 27701 certificate for GDPR compliance<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p><em>Can we brag a little? Combell was the first IT company in the Benelux to earn this certification in October 2021. Nailed it. \ud83d\ude42<\/em><\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-inline-notice uagb-inline_notice__align-left uagb-block-b4e08504 uagb-inline_notice__outer-wrap\">\n<p class=\"uagb-notice-title\">Did you know...<\/p>\n<div class=\"uagb-notice-text\">\n<p><strong>Combell has a Data Protection Team?<\/strong><br \/>If you still have questions about GDPR, you can contact our own Data Protection Team. These internal and external experts will answer your questions and help you solve any problems. The best hosting companies will, of course, keep your data safe, but you can never rule out a data breach \u2013 or worse: being hacked. Speed is of the essence. Not only do you have to save your data, and perhaps several websites, but you also have to report a data breach to the relevant authorities within 72 hours. Fortunately, with Combell, you are in good hands and our experts are there to advise and assist you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Information security? Check! Your data is truly protected<\/h3>\n<p>Your customers deserve strong guarantees when it comes to information security. You can provide that peace of mind by choosing a local hosting provider like Combell. <strong>On our local servers, your customers' data is in safe hands.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s music to the ears of international companies who highly value data privacy. It also makes your business a more attractive partner to banks, governments, and privacy-conscious sectors.<\/p>\n<p>Where your data is stored and who has access to it are crucial factors when choosing a hosting provider. A recent team.blue survey showed that <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/business-prefer-not-to-store-data-in-us\/\">72% of European organizations are concerned about data storage<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p><strong><strong>One of the responses from the survey:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s often unclear what exactly is allowed or done with our data. I worry about the extra powers the US government seems to claim when it comes to data access. Our clients expect data to stay in Europe, under rules we can trust.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Not just a supplier, but a partner? Check! Local means reliable<\/h3>\n<p>As a customer, you are looking for good hosting from the fastest hosting provider. And preferably the cheapest? But you may wonder whether these two things are compatible.<\/p>\n<p>Large players from the USA tempt you with their attractive prices, but a <strong>local managed hosting provider<\/strong> such as Combell gives you (much) more value for your money.<\/p>\n<p>A local partner is ready to make the digitisation of your company a success. We have our own employees with technical knowledge at your disposal, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/website-transfer\"><strong>free migration service<\/strong><\/a> to transfer your hosting ... You name it, and Combell will take care of it. Multinationals, often far away and unreachable, provide much less support, if any at all.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p><strong>A customer put it this way:<\/strong><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cYou\u2019re not dealing with an anonymous ticket system \u2014 you\u2019re working with real people. We can easily communicate via email, phone or even Slack. And there\u2019s 24\/7 support. If something goes wrong, Combell takes responsibility. No runarounds \u2014 just solutions.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><cite>Combell partner Dynamate - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/nl\/blog\/klantenverhaal-flanders-classics\/\">Read their success story<\/a><\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Your data stays in Belgium? Check! Choose data sovereignty<\/h3>\n<p>Do you host your website or application abroad? Then you usually do not know which legislation your data falls under. American cloud providers? They fall under the CLOUD Act. This may mean that foreign governments can access your data.<\/p>\n<p>At Combell, things are different: <strong>your data remains safe on Belgian soil<\/strong>, in data centres that are 100% compliant with European GDPR rules. You remain in control of your own data \u2013 and no one else.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-europe-belgium@2x-1024x731.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-europe-belgium@2x-1024x731.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-europe-belgium@2x-300x214.png 300w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-europe-belgium@2x-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-europe-belgium@2x.png 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p>An added bonus? No surprises. No complicated legal constructions or vague promises about \u201ccompliance\u201d. Just clear rules, to your advantage.<\/p>\n<p>And just like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/support\">our support in your own language<\/a>, <strong>our data hosting is local and transparent<\/strong>. Because your data deserves protection; here, close to home.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 No cookie-cutter approach? Check! Your project is our priority<\/h3>\n<p>Want to sit down with a hyperscaler to discuss the next steps for your business? Forget it!<\/p>\n<p>Combell expert Matthias Dekeyser: \u2018A local hosting provider such as Combell does offer customised solutions. <strong>Do you need more than a standard hosting package? Then we will work with you to assess the needs of your IT infrastructure.<\/strong>\u2019<\/p>\n<p>In short: no need to take a number and wait your turn. With our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/managed-hosting\">managed hosting<\/a> options, we take you out of the queue and put your online story at the front of the line.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-inline-notice uagb-inline_notice__align-left uagb-block-38f692ea uagb-inline_notice__outer-wrap\">\n<p class=\"uagb-notice-title\">Also read<\/p>\n<div class=\"uagb-notice-text\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/what-is-a-hyperscaler\/\">What are hyperscalers<\/a>, and what should you consider when choosing a provider?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Free support in your own language? Check! Reach us 24\/7<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re hosting abroad, chances are you\u2019re stuck with email forms or limited support. If you do get to call, it\u2019s usually in English.<\/p>\n<p>It can be so much easier: Combell\u2019s <strong>own support team assists you in Dutch, French or English.<\/strong> All 24\/7 and for free. Unlike foreign call centers, we tackle your issue head-on instead of reading from a script.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/support-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/support-3.png 700w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/support-3-300x214.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p>And here\u2019s a bonus: we live and work in the same time zone. No late-night calls or early morning waits. Our account managers and technical experts are available when <em>you<\/em> need them.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Strong performance? Check! The fastest load times guaranteed<\/h3>\n<p>Slow hosting does indeed have a major impact on loading time. Perhaps you have chosen a hosting package that is too light for your website? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/performance-optimisation\">At Combell, we not only guarantee hosting that is <strong>100% secure and \u201calways on\u201d<\/strong>, but also the fastest hosting on the market!<\/a><\/p>\n<p>And you can be sure that a fast loading time for your site is important. After all, who likes to wait? Discover on our blog <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/website-load-time-nothing-but-ultrafast-is-good-enough\/\">why only a super-fast loading time is good enough.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Faster loading times and better performance <\/strong>are therefore also a major advantage of hosting with a local partner!<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Want to make a strong impression? Check! Local hosting builds trust<\/h3>\n<p>Customers and partners are increasingly focused on privacy and data protection; and rightly so. By choosing local hosting, you show that you take it seriously.<\/p>\n<p>Combell gives you quality, security, and transparency. No vague foreign servers, just reliable Belgian data centers. That makes you look professional.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Clients trust you more,<\/strong> knowing their data is safe and governed by EU laws. And partners prefer working with companies who\u2019ve got their IT in order.<\/p>\n<p>Bottom line: local hosting isn\u2019t just smart from a tech perspective, it gives your brand a real credibility boost.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Looking for website hosting? Go local!<\/h2>\n<p>One thing is clear: when it\u2019s time to take your business online, buy local. And as you\u2019ve seen, we at Combell are ready to help you get started.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re Belgium\u2019s largest hosting provider. And even though our Combell family has grown internationally, we remain a 100% Belgian company with local servers. Choose from Belgian-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/hosting\">hosting<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/servers\/vps-server-hosting\">VPS<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/openstack-cloud\">OpenStack Cloud Solutions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Talk soon?<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-yellow-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/hosting\/web-hosting\">Choose local hosting<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Download the full team.blue report<\/h3>\n<p>Curious to see more insights on data storage and why European businesses prefer local hosting?<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-iconic-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/on.combell.com\/en\/reports\/hosting-in-europe\" style=\"border-radius:5px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the full report here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently asked questions about the importance of local hosting<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-b0be6c99 uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-false uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height uagb-faq-expand-first-true\" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/hosting-of-your-website-at-a-local-provider\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"&lt;strong>Is local hosting only important for large businesses, or does it matter for startups too?&lt;\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Absolutely! 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No mass production, just tailored quality.\"}}]}<\/script><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-75e8f9e6\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\"><span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Is local hosting only important for large businesses, or does it matter for startups too?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"uagb-faq-content\">Absolutely! Even as a startup, you benefit from safe and reliable hosting. Local hosting ensures your data is protected under the strictest European laws, gives you native-language support, and offers a partner that grows with you. You start strong and look professional from day one.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-8674f08c\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\"><span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Is it easy to migrate from a foreign host to a local one?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"uagb-faq-content\">Much easier than you think. At Combell, <strong>we handle your entire migration for free<\/strong> (website, email, domains) without any downtime. Our experts guide you through every step.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-a3e4e9b4\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\"><span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>If I want to expand internationally, can a local host still support me?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"uagb-faq-content\">Yes! Local hosting and international growth go hand in hand. Combell offers scalable solutions that grow with your business even beyond Belgium. In fact, international clients appreciate that your data is securely hosted in Europe.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-66df3599\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\"><span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Can I also get email, domain registration, and tools like Microsoft 365 from a local provider?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"uagb-faq-content\">Yes, you can. Combell offers everything under one roof: hosting, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/domain-names\/registering-a-domain-name\">domain registration<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/email-hosting\">email<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/microsoft-365\">Microsoft 365<\/a>, backups, security tools... All managed and supported by our in-house experts in Dutch, French, or English.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-b02a37cf\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\"><span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Is local hosting more expensive than international options?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"uagb-faq-content\">On paper, some international providers look cheaper but often with limited support, no free migration, and no proactive security. With a local provider like Combell, you <strong>get more value for your money<\/strong>: real service and full transparency included.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-ad43857b\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\"><span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Can a local provider really match the performance of big names like GoDaddy, Bluehost or SiteGround?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"uagb-faq-content\">More than match it. 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