How Wattz Web Design Saved 50% on Hosting by Migrating 140+ Sites to xCloud
15+
Servers Deployed
140+
Site Migrated
6Min.
Site Migration
- Client:
- Wattz Web Design & Marketing Agency
- Website:
- wattzwebdesign.com
- Industry:
- Agency
- Location:
- United States
About Wattz Web Design and Marketing
Wattz Web Design, founded by Donald McGuinn, is known for building dynamic, user-friendly websites and impactful digital marketing campaigns. From custom client sites to full-scale brand rollouts, their team does it all. But with growth came growing pains, especially around hosting.
As the company scaled, managing its own servers began to chip away at time, energy, and budget. After years of juggling server admin, rising costs, and dashboard fatigue, Donald decided it was time for a better way. That's when he found xCloud.
Donald McGuinn
CEO, Wattz Web Design
“Managing my own servers was becoming increasingly tedious and time-consuming, pulling me away from focusing on business growth. Additionally, the costs associated with maintaining these servers were high, making it less sustainable in the long run. Transitioning to xCloud helped address these issues, allowing me to streamline operations and concentrate on scaling my company, not to mention cutting my hosting costs in half.
The Challenges
Inefficient Dashboard and High Hosting Costs Were Slowing Down Growth
High Hosting Cost
Before moving to xCloud, Wattz Web Design faced mounting costs, time-draining server management, and an outdated dashboard. These challenges slowed growth, strained resources, and made it harder for the team to focus on delivering results for their clients.
Time Consuming
Managing my own servers was becoming increasingly tedious and time-consuming. Donald and his team weren't just paying too much – they were spending way too many hours managing infrastructure instead of serving clients. This inefficiency was “pulling me away from focusing on business growth,” Donald recalls.
Inefficient Dashboard
Hosting costs quickly got out of hand and went over $600 a month. The costs associated with maintaining these servers were high, making it less sustainable in the long run. These rising expenses became a barrier to expansion that led the team to rethink their infrastructure plan.
The Solutions
xCloud's Future Proof Managed Hosting with Everything They Need
See how xCloud helped Wattz Web Design cut server costs in half while boosting performance and simplifying management.
Modern Dashboard
xCloud's dashboard brings all Wattz servers into one view. Now the team monitors 15+ servers easily from one place. Routine tasks that took hours now take minutes. You do not need to be a sysadmin to manage advanced operations anymore.
Blueprint Deployments
Wattz uses xCloud to create and clone blueprint sites. These come with pre-set WordPress settings, plugins, and themes. You can now launch fully configured sites in minutes. This cuts setup time and removes human error completely.
Built-In Security
xCloud delivered what they asked for. He rated 5 out of 5 for xCloud's security capabilities, automated updates, multi-cloud integration, and enterprise-grade protections that ensure every site stays secure, stable, and always online.
My entire experience is a success story. Cutting cost in half, better server management, chat support, everything.
Seamless Demo-to-Live Transitions
Before xCloud, pushing a site from demo to live was a nerve-wracking process full of risks and potential downtime. Now, Wattz uses xCloud's seamless demo-to-live feature to transition projects to production in just a few clicks, with zero hassle.
Expert Support Team
Wattz has found great relief in xCloud's expert support system. Whenever an issue comes up, day or night, they can quickly contact via chat or email for immediate assistance. This reliable support is a big change from their previous hosting service, giving Wattz peace of mind knowing help is always available.
Comprehensive Caching Management
Performance is a priority for Wattz's clients. xCloud's comprehensive caching tools, from object caching to full-page caching, improve load speeds and reduce server strain. This ensures visitors enjoy a faster, smoother experience, even during traffic spikes.
The Results
140+ Sites Managed Easily Across 10+ Servers with Fast Performance
Wattz Web Design, founded by Donald McGuinn, is known for building dynamic, user-friendly websites and impactful digital marketing campaigns. From custom client sites to full-scale brand rollouts, their team does it all. But with growth came growing pains
140+ Sites Migration
Before xCloud, managing dozens of sites on limited infrastructure was overwhelming. Now, with xCloud's streamlined dashboard and powerful server management tools, Donald effortlessly oversees more than 15 servers, each optimized for peak performance. What once felt like chaos is now clean, scalable control.
50% Cost Savings
When Donald first moved to xCloud, his hosting costs were a significant burden $600 a month for subpar performance. But with xCloud, he quickly slashed his costs by 50%, dropping to just $300 per month. These major savings freed up resources, allowing Donald to reinvest in his business and deliver even more value to his clients.
1 Site Moved in 6 Minutes
Migrating sites used to be a painstaking process, but with xCloud's intuitive tools and Migrate Guru integration, Donald transformed the experience. Sites now move in just six minutes—so fast and smooth, it redefined what he thought possible. No downtime. No stress. Just rapid, reliable transitions.
I transitioned from a lifetime hosting service to xCloud Managed Hosting. The difference in performance and reliability speaks for itself.
Donald McGuinn
CEO, Wattz Web Design
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