The hosting industry stands at a critical juncture, with providers navigating complex challenges and emerging opportunities.

Our Annual Hosting Report 2025 delivers a comprehensive overview of the trends reshaping hosting, with a special focus on security and innovation.

Cybersecurity: A Growing Priority

With 81.4% of hosting providers implementing new security measures, it’s evident that cybersecurity is more important than ever. From faster incident response to smarter disaster recovery, providers are investing in solutions that protect their customers and fortify their reputation.

Imunify360 has been instrumental in this shift, providing a unified security platform that combines malware protection, AI-driven threat detection, and robust backup solutions. These tools not only address current threats but also prepare providers for future challenges.

         Source: Hosting Trends Report 2025: Section 3 - The Battle for Safer Hosting

VPS Hosting: The Backbone of Modern Hosting

VPS hosting continues to be a cornerstone of modern hosting solutions. An impressive 78.1% of hosting providers report using VPS services, highlighting its popularity as a cost-effective and scalable alternative to shared hosting. In just one year, the number of hosting providers offering VPS solutions has more than doubled — from 21.02% in our 2024 Web Hosting Trends & Innovations report to 57.1% in the 2025 edition. Our year-over-year research shows that VPS is no longer a niche option—it’s quickly becoming a standard in modern hosting.

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Source: Hosting Trends Report 2025: Section 2 - The VPS Boom

The State of Hosting: Adapting to Customer Needs

Hosting providers are evolving their strategies to keep pace with changing customer expectations. In 2025, 54.3% of respondents named Managed WordPress hosting as the top trend, reflecting its growing importance in delivering fast, dependable hosting for WordPress sites.

Meanwhile, 42.4% of providers are embracing AI tools to optimize server management and improve customer support — highlighting a strong shift toward automation and streamlined operations.

Source: Hosting Trends Report 2025: Section 1 - The State of Hosting

AI’s Expanding Role in Hosting

Artificial intelligence is becoming a key enabler in hosting. 42.4% of providers are already using AI for server management and customer support, while 29.7% are leveraging AI for resource optimization and infrastructure scaling.

These advancements are not just operational improvements; they’re transformative shifts that redefine how hosting providers interact with technology and deliver services.

Source: Hosting Trends Report 2025: Section 4 - AI-Powered Hosting

Your Blueprint for the Future

The Annual Hosting Report 2025 is more than a snapshot of the current hosting landscape; it’s a roadmap for navigating the challenges and opportunities ahead.