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We are happy to introduce our new site migration service and it cost absolutely nothing!

Changing web hosts can be a daunting task. All of those products to move, the web template to re install, the settings to be configured….it seems like it never ends. Not with GracefulHosting! Our goal is to make your hosting experience enjoyable and affordable which is why we are now offering our FREE migration service. This service will allow you to switch to our hosting service with only a few minimal things for you to do. For more details or to signup simply contact us.

Almost all DIY webhosts are supported and the migration service includes :
Categories and their descriptions
Products, their descriptions, prices, and images
Current webtemplate
Current pages
and basic setup which covers taxes, payments, shipping, and more!

Terms and conditions apply. Please contact us for more details… support@gracefulhosting.com

In the hosting industry today there are many control panel systems available. They’ve pretty much become the standard but there are those web hosts that just don’t offer them. If you are with a web host who doesn’t offer a control panel system or won’t give you access to yours then you should take your business else where. Here is why:

1. Control! What is a control panel for? It is there so that you can CONTROL your website and features! If you don’t have a control panel how do you add email address? Email the hosting company and wait for them to add one for you? I think not! Exceeded your own email storage limits and need to give yourself more space in hurry so you don’t miss out on emails? You can give up on that one if you don’t have control panel software. Your going to have to wait for your hosting company to do it for you. Having a control panel allows you to configure what you need to when you need to.

2. Web Stats! If your with a hosting company that doesn’t offer a control panel then you are probably using a third party stats system that requires a backlink, etc. If you have control panel access you more than likely have the opportunity to choose from upwards of three web stats programs that require NO back link. These system are way more powerful and offer tons of different views that you won’t get from a third party system.

3. File Access! The standard in control panel software these days includes a built in file manager. This is great for on the go uploads. Need to add a few pictures or a couple files? No need to pull out the FTP software. Just log into your control panel and upload them right from your browser.

4. Speaking of FTP, what if you forget your password? You can just log in to your control panel and reset it…if you have control panel access. If not, your probably going to have to wait for your web host to do this…

5. Features! Many of the control panel systems out there offer a script installer which allows you to easily install things such as forums, blogs, calendars, and more. No control panel? Ask the host… and you’re probably going to have to pay for them to do it.

6. Security! Most control panels systems includes features such as password protecting directories. Great for those who want to upload files for family or friends only. Just give them the password. Noticed a suspicious IP address. One click IP banning will keep them from doing harm. No control panel? Email your web host…

7.Knowledge! You want to keep up with your bandwidth and storage space, right? With no control panel what are you to do? Email the web host?

WE are GLAD to offer one of the best control panel systems in the industry, cPanel. cPanel includes all of the features listed above and many that aren’t. Don’t get us wrong, you can email or call ANYTIME with one of the above requests but we want you to be able to do this when you want without having to ask anyone. We like foryou to have control.

So, if you are with a web host who doesn’t offer you a control panel system, we suggest you switch to a web host that does. You probably won’t pay anymore that what you are paying now. Have questions? Just email us…Support@gracefulhosting.com . We would be glad to assist you, even if you don’t use our services!

Thanks,
Adam Grace
GracefulHosting

With the new website design and big plans for GracefulHosting, I decide it was time that I took advantage of a client management system of some sorts. After researching I decided on a piece of software call ClientExec. This software is a billing and support system all wrapped into one. I’m going to give a quick overview of the features of the software and what I hope it will do for GracefulHosting.

First and foremost, the new system has tons of features. One of the most important is the billing feature. This system allows will automatically send you invoices, reminders, late notices, receipts, and other billing materials on its on. This will allow me to focus on the support and developement side instead of the billing side of the business. Now, thats just what the billing feature does for me. As for you, you will now have an area where you can login and see current invoice, previous invoices, and even future invoices. The system will allow you to pre-pay for your hosting services, it will allow you to upgrade or downgrade your plan, add paid features, cancel your hosting services, and so much more.  Another thing you guys may enjoy are the new payment methods that are already in the system. Of course, we will be accepting paypal. The system will even allow you to setup a subscription. We are also going to be accepting checks and money orders. You simply choose that as your payment method and drop your payment in the mail. The NEW feature, however, is our decision to accept credit cards via methods other than PayPal. You will also be able to setup a subscription for your credit card so it charges you automatically. On top of all of this, your private information is now protected by SSL. 

Now, the support side of the software(which really exites me!) The support side of the new system will allow you to create support tickets. Why support tickets? Tickets allow me to track the quality of support you are receiving. It will also allow multiple support members to assist you in the event that I hire a staff member. How do you open a support ticket? Simple! All you need to do is email support@gracefulhosting.com. All emails to this address are automatically converted into tickets. You can also login to the system and create a ticket. On top of the tickets feature, the new software has a knowledge base feature which allows me to create answers to common issues in a FAQ type format. Another great feature is that you will be able to login and view previous support tickets that you opened and the answers to them.

Again, these are just a few of that many features and benefits of this system. Take a few moments to login and explore for yourself. You should have receive your login details in an email but if you didn’t please email me at support@gracefulhosting.com and I will get them right to you.

Thanks,
Adam

After much thought and work on both my part and Cara’s, GracefulHosting has a new design. I think that the new design will better represent myself and my business. I also think that they layout is more simple than the previous design when it comes to navigation. The new design will be carried over into new ads that will be displayed in several places across the net as soon as we launch our advertising campaign.

So, tell us what you think. Do you like it? Do you hate? What would you change?

We would also like to know if you feel we should make the admin area of your website reflect the new design? We toyed around with the idea and threw together some graphics to do a test run but it looks to dark to us. Do you think it will hurt our image if we continue to use the old design in the admin area and the new design everywhere else?

Just add a comment and we will take all of your thoughts and comments into consideration as we proceed with this endeavor.

Thanks!
Adam Grace

Our graphics area is now open. It currently includes a few templates but over the next few months we hope it will grow rapidly. All graphics in the Graphics Area will be absolutely free to current clients.

Check it out
http://gracefulhosting.com/cart/index.php?cPath=40

Let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks
Adam

Hi Everyone,
Checkout the new client directory. You now have spage to list information and pictures relevant to your business. To have your items added simply email them to me and I will add them. If you have any questions just let me know.
Thanks
Adam Grace

In conjunction with a new link exchange site I am offer you guys free link placement on www.marketplaceforcrafters.com. The normal lifetime listing fee of $1 will be waved. To take advanted of this offer please visit www.marketplaceforcrafters.com and click on submit link. It will take your to a page where you should enter details about your site….fill them in completely. Take up every bit of space you can. I will tell you why in a moment. Now, when you get to contribution, leave it at $1 (you won’t have to pay it.) Now just click next step. It will bring you to a terms screen. Click agree. You are now done. Do not click the paypal button. I have provided a list of my current client’s domain names so you will be approved without payment.

Now as to why you should use this service and fill in all the details…. This service banks on listing your site to search engines for you therefor filling in as many search terms as possible is very important. The more people that use the service the higher your rankings will move up in major search engines so tell your friends about it. Even further, it can’t do your rankings any harm and its isn’t costing you anything. If you have any questions just email me.

Thanks and I hope this does you guys some good.
Adam

THE FREE LISTING OFFER IS FOR GRACEFULHOSTING CLIENTS ONLY IN CONJUCTION WITH MARKETPLACEFORCRAFTERS.COM.

Everyone’s update manager has been installed and the first set of updates has been released. Let me know if you need help with anything or if there is something you don’t understand.

To Install Updates
Visit Admin Panel
Login
Click on the “click here to update your system”
Now Click Check for Updates. Your System Will Automatically Install Updates

This Updated in this realease:
~Sending Emails
~Seach Function-We have been rewriting the search function and finally have it running just the way we would like. If you would like a search box added to your site please update your system and then email us stating you would like on.
~Page Header-This is something that you will never even notice unless you view your website source code.

Thanks
Adam

Hi Everyone,
I’ve just launched my banner system and I am now accepting banners from CURRENT CLIENTS to display on my blog as well as other places AT NO CHARGE. Just send me your banner to support@gracefulhosting.com along with the link you wish for it to direct to. Not a current client? We will gladly add your banner to our rotation. Your banner will be given lower priority than clients’ and you will need to link back to our hosting business somewhere on your site.  We reserve the right to turn away anyone for any reason. Just email us with inquires.

You can see the banner display area below as well as in the upper right hand corner. Your ads will also be displayed on the MarketPlaceforCrafters Forum . I will also be posting your banner in several other places.

Email me at agrace@gracefulhosting.com with any questions.

Thanks
Adam