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Flywheel

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From $15/mo

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description Flywheel Overview

Flywheel is a managed WordPress hosting platform designed specifically for creative agencies, freelancers, and designers. It streamlines the workflow of building, managing, and handing off client sites with features like collaboration tools, staging environments, and a sleek, user-friendly dashboard. Performance is optimized through a custom caching system, a global CDN, and partnerships with Google Cloud Platform. Security is handled automatically with managed updates, malware cleanup, and free SSL.

Its unique 'Blueprints' feature allows for rapid site cloning, and its billing transfer tools make client handoffs seamless. While premium-priced, it delivers a tailored experience that removes technical headaches, allowing creatives to focus on design and client relationships.

help Flywheel FAQ

What makes Flywheel different from generic shared WordPress hosting?

Flywheel is managed WordPress hosting built around agency and freelancer workflows. It includes WordPress-specific tools such as staging, collaboration access, backups, and client handoff features instead of just cPanel-style hosting.

Is Flywheel connected to WP Engine?

Yes. WP Engine acquired Flywheel in 2019, so Flywheel now sits under the same broader managed WordPress hosting company as WP Engine.

What is Local in the Flywheel ecosystem?

Local, formerly known as Local by Flywheel, is a desktop WordPress development tool used to build sites locally before pushing them live. It became popular with designers because it removed much of the manual database and server setup from local WordPress work.

Who is Flywheel best suited for?

Flywheel is best suited for designers, freelancers, and agencies managing multiple client WordPress sites. Features like site transfer, collaborator access, and staging matter more in that workflow than raw low-cost hosting.

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