Kernel Host guide
Kernel Host is the managed hosting baseline for a single site. Delivery is explicit: SSL lifecycle, weekly backups, optimized stack setup, deploy/handover documentation, and outage handling rules.
Operating scope
| Area | Included baseline | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing reference | $65 / site / month | Annual option: $660 / site / year (~15% saving) |
| SSL | Installation and automatic renewal | Validated before/after deployment events |
| Backups | Weekly automated backups | Daily backup and longer retention available as add-on |
| Stack baseline | Optimized web stack configuration | Set per site, not generic shared defaults |
| Outage handling | 7/24 response for outages | Routine requests run business hours (UTC+3) |
Operational checklist
01
Provision hosting baseline
Set account/runtime baseline and align stack settings to site workload.
02
Activate SSL and validate HTTPS
Install certificate, enforce HTTPS, and validate redirect behavior.
03
Set backup policy
Enable weekly backups and define whether daily add-on is required.
04
Define support routing
Use [OUTAGE] subject marker for outage incidents; routine issues stay in standard queue.
Boundaries
- Kernel Host covers infrastructure operations, not new feature development work.
- Resource limits apply; high-traffic or unusual workloads require scoped planning.
- No refunds mid-cycle; cancel before renewal to stop next cycle billing.
Operational noteKernel Care can be layered on top of Kernel Host for scheduled WordPress maintenance, rollback-tested updates, and monthly summary reporting.