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Sometimes you need an experienced server administrator for complicated tasks like optimizing databases, configuring firewalls, or moving content. To help during those times, we've created a variety of Hosting Services.

The Hosting Services list below includes details about the additional help we can provide. Each of these services is above and beyond the support we include for free with most of our products. Call these support teams for Hosting Service pricing:

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Note: If you don't see what you need in this list, we might still be able to do it for you. Call us about a Custom Service Request.

Hosting Services

Service NameDescriptionTime
Advanced performance analysis and security auditGet a detailed analysis of how to tune your server for optimal performance.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Apache optimizationTune your Apache server for peak performance.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Application supportInstall web applications like WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal.

For VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Connection string repairGet help resolving connection string errors.

For VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Content or database recoveryRestore either a hosting account's files or one database from an available backup.

For Managed WordPress.

72h
Content migrationMove the contents of your website from any host/server to GoDaddy.

For VPS/Dedicated Servers, Managed WordPress.

7-10d
Database backup scriptGet help setting up automatic database backups.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Database find and replaceGet help updating the URLs across your database to make sure your site links to the right places.

For VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Database managementGet help importing, exporting, repairing, backing up, or restoring your database.

For VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Disk space auditGet an audit of your disk space usage and recommendations to free up disk space.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
DNS setupSet up DNS for up to three domains.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Backup configuration via Control Panel (for one domain or an entire server)Get help setting up automatic backups for one domain, or for an entire server.

For GoDaddy VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Domain name set upSet up 3 (or fewer) domains on your server's control panel.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Email migrationPlease see Email Upgrade and Migration Paths.
Email spam reviewIdentify spam issues with your server.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Find and replace text in filesReplace a text string like a domain name, absolute path, or URL, in the files of a website.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Firewall rule configuration (Linux)Add or remove software firewall rules to your iptables.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
.htaccess file changesMake changes to the .htaccess file in your Linux hosting account.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Intrusion preventionSet up intrusion prevention to help stop brute force and DDoS attacks.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Memcached installInstall Memcached to support caching on your server.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
my.cnf file changesMake changes to a MySQL configuration file.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
MySQL optimizationOptimize MySQL for peak perfromance.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Permissions/ownership auditImproper permissions can impede site functionality and leave your site less secure. A permissions audit can ensure your site functions properly and securely.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
PHP configuration changesGet help fine tuning your PHP settings so your applications run the way you want them to.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
PHP module installationInstall 3 modules.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
PHP upgradeUpdate PHP to the latest version.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Server HardeningGet help disabling older versions of TLS so only TLS 1.2 is used.

For GoDaddy Linux VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
SQL Server Express installInstall SQL Server Express on your server.

For VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
web.config file changesMake changes to a web.config file.

For Windows VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h
Windows Firewall configurationSet up the firewall for your Windows server.

For Windows VPS/Dedicated Servers.

72h