Themecloud Reviews

Themecloud.io, founded by Laurent Vergnaud in 2014 and headquartered in Paris, France, is a managed WordPress hosting provider specializing in solutions tailored primarily for web developers, designers, and agencies. Initially built on Docker, Themecloud transitioned its infrastructure to the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to leverage its advanced container technology, scalability, and performance, offering features like Nginx, FastCGI caching (with WP Rocket support), and daily offsite backups to Amazon S3. The service primarily focuses on simplifying WordPress management by handling technical aspects such as server maintenance, security (partnering with Astra Security for features like WAF, antivirus, and malware scanning), automatic updates, and migrations, allowing clients to concentrate on website development and business growth. Key features include one-click cloning, integrated staging environments (though without push-to-live functionality), free SSL certificates, anti-DDoS protection, and Google PageSpeed optimization. While priding itself on excellent customer experience and responsive support (primarily via live chat and email), the platform is geared towards a French-speaking audience, although English support is available. Themecloud operates on a per-site pricing model, which can be more expensive compared to competitors, especially for users needing to host multiple websites.