Moodle is open source and anyone with a passable knowledge of servers can install and run it with the default settings. However, hosting it for a large production audience with continuous uptime in a performant and secure manner, can be challenging for non-experts.
Moreover, serious production installations need to have frequent backups with a tried and tested disaster recovery plan with an acceptable Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective (RPO).
A reliable hosting provider is essential for ensuring seamless access to course materials, activities, and communication tools. Factors such as server performance, uptime, security measures, and technical support play pivotal roles in determining the quality of Moodle hosting. A robust hosting environment not only facilitates smooth navigation and interaction within the learning management system but also supports scalability to accommodate growing user bases and increasing data loads. Moreover, responsive and knowledgeable support from the hosting provider is invaluable for promptly addressing any technical issues or concerns that may arise, thus minimizing disruptions to the learning process. Ultimately, a positive Moodle hosting experience contributes significantly to creating an optimal online learning environment conducive to student engagement and academic success.
We have decades of experience with the underlying LAMP / LEMP stack and deep understanding hosting managed Moodle instances for thousands of clients all over the world without a single instance of data loss. We had been Moodle partners for the better part of a decade until recently.
Our redundant architecture ensures high availability of your Moodle instance, our dedicated team ensures you and your audience get world-class service at the most competitive price bordering on being disruptive.
While we always recommend the latest Moodle version for your production environment, we don’t force you to upgrade. You are in charge of your upgrades and choose any of the supported Moodle versions with on-demand or scheduled upgrades.