BigScoots: How I Love Thee
BigScoots is not only my favorite web hosting company, it’s one of my favorite companies of all-time. All-time, I say!
I knew starting a blog would come with many challenges, including the technical stuff. When I researched what hosting services would work well with WordPress, BigScoots continued to rise to the top.
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The Host With the Most
BigScoots is a managed web hosting team of experts that keeps your blog or website running smoothly. Because they actually do what they say they do, they get lots of glowing reviews.🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
I initially used another hosting model with my first website, however decided to try something different with katstano.com by creating a self-hosted WordPress.org blog. And to manage my blog, BigScoots was the secret sauce!
Smooth Operators
My favorite thing about BigScoots is that when you email them, it feels like emailing a friend. They write right back! They’re nice.
I’ve corresponded with many of the same people multiple times and it’s always fun to see a familiar name pop into my inbox.
Plus, I’ve never once felt dismayed or hopeless after I’ve submitted a help ticket. BigScoots always comes through and fixes the issues so I can have more confidence in building my blog.
Affordable Pricing
The starter plan is a lot more affordable than you’d imagine! I think it’s especially reasonable with the exceptional customer service they provide, no matter how large or small your site is.
FAQs About BigScoots
Why did you initially choose BigScoots?
Other bloggers who had built very successful websites highly recommended BigScoots. While I could’ve gone with a cheaper, more beginner-level web hosting service, I didn’t want to chance it when it came to tech help. Because I need LOTS of tech help!
What are your favorite things about BigScoots?
From Day One, I’ve received excellent, quick, and personalized service.
- You ALWAYS talk to a human. And when you have lots of questions, you get to talk to the same humans many times!
- These humans are consistently friendly, kind, respectful, knowledgeable, and professional. And VERY smart.
- They’re so good about fixing problems.
- And they’ve fixed A LOT of my problems.
- Their response time is SO FAST. No, faster than fast. Once you start a new ticket, they respond automatically then, soon after, a human follows up with an email that they’re checking on the issue.
- I trust them. Because they’re reliable. Because they’re on top of things.
- They’re empathetic when I ask questions that a three-year-old probably knows the answers to.
- They’re so awesome that I’m frequently telling people who’ll never start a website that, “If you ever start a website, you HAVE to go with BigScoots!”
How much does BigScoots cost?
For one blog, I pay $34.95 per month. But they have other plans depending on the size of your business and various elements you need, like extra storage or backup.
You can also buy your website domain(s) from them.
Does BigScoots have an affiliate program?
Yes! You can sign up any time after you set up your hosting plan.
What tech level should I be at to start a blog?
Tech does not come naturally to me and I even started a blog! Actually, technology is such the bane of my existence that my motto has become, “Why won’t this WORK?!”
It all started, one day, when I was pointing my Christmas tree lights remote control in the total wrong direction. Frustrated, I exclaimed, “Why won’t this WORK?!” Once Jon, the one who promised for better or for worse (which is always worse when tech is involved), showed me how to actually use a remote control…the light bulbs came on. Literally!
Because I push lots of buttons and all the wrong ones, it has become quite apparent that “Why won’t this WORK?!” is something I say A LOT…and a theme in this house that’s usually funny. (Usually🤣)
I chose BigScoots because when I’m building my blog and yell out, “Why won’t this WORK?!”, I know that I have a trustworthy group that’s got me.
So, if the digital world intimidates you, but you have a creative, passionate heart and a voice that needs to be heard, don’t give up. There are helpers out there who genuinely do help.
What are some examples of things BigScoots has helped you with?
- Setting up my purchased WordPress.org theme. This was HUGE.
- Fixing code or giving me the info on how to resolve it.
- Checking broken links.
- Adding rules into my blog like setting all links or headings to bold.
- Guiding me with new widgets or having tips to customize them.
- Showing me ways to access certain features on my blog.
- Helping me adjust mobile settings.
- Resizing embedded videos.
- Adding alt descriptions.
- Clearing the cache.
- Verifying my website for things like Pinterest & Google AdSense.
- Stuff I can’t even explain but they fixed it.
- Assuring me I haven’t erased my entire website.
- Offering kind reminders to contact them anytime I need help🩷
Final Thoughts About BigScoots
I love BigScoots for many reasons, but it’s the human connection at the center of their work that makes them shine. Especially in this world where bots and AI and even people who don’t give a crap seem to reign supreme, it’s very, very refreshing to have individuals to go to who know their stuff and are nice about it.
If you like personalized attention…
If you like efficiency…
If you’re from the 1900s and remember walking inside a store and being helped with a smile…
I’d say BigScoots would be a fine fit for you.