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How to Get Your Business Online in Kenya: A Complete Beginner's Guide

By KwikiHost  ·  5 min read  ·  Web Hosting, Domains, Kenya

Every business in Kenya needs a website. Whether you're a freelancer in Nairobi, a shop owner in Mombasa, or a startup anywhere in between — your customers are already searching for you online. This guide walks you through everything, in plain language, no technical background needed.

What is web hosting?

Think of a website like a shop. Your domain name is your street address — it's how people find you. Web hosting is the building itself — the space where your website actually lives on the internet.

When someone types your address into a browser, hosting is what serves them your website. Without it, your domain name points to nothing.

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Choosing the right domain extension

Kenya has three main options — each suited to a different type of business.

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What does a hosting package include?

When you buy a hosting package from KwikiHost, you get everything bundled in one place — no hunting for separate services.

• Your domain name registered and pointed to your site
• cPanel hosting — industry-standard, shared and reliable
• PHP, MySQL, and PostgreSQL support
• Professional email accounts — [email protected]
• WordPress one-click install
• Free SSL certificate — the padlock that tells visitors your site is secure
• Same-day fulfillment — your site goes live the day you order

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Which package is right for you?

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How do I pay?

KwikiHost accepts M-Pesa. No credit card, no bank transfer, no hassle. Pay via M-Pesa STK push directly on your phone and your order is processed immediately.

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What happens after I order?

1. 1Complete your order and pay via M-Pesa
2. 2KwikiHost registers your domain and sets up hosting — same day
3. 3You receive your login credentials via email
4. 4Log into your customer dashboard to track your order and manage renewals
5. 5Your website is live

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Do I need to know how to code?

No. WordPress handles everything through a visual editor — you point, click, and type. KwikiHost sets it up with one click. If you ever get stuck, WhatsApp support is available on Business and Premium plans.