In this episode of Business Owners Smashing It Online, host Nik Cree chats with Tim Butler, from Kinetics, to explore how business owners can simplify WordPress hosting, manage site updates easily, and keep their websites secure and running smoothly.

Tim shares expert insights on WordPress Toolkit, hosting management, and why choosing the right hosting environment can save you time, frustration, and money.

Whether you’re a small business owner, developer, or just trying to get your WordPress site under control — this episode will give you practical steps to make website management easier.

You’ll Discover:

How to use WordPress Toolkit to manage updates, security, and maintenance in one place

Why Kinetics hosting helps simplify WordPress management

Common hosting issues business owners face — and how to avoid them

The difference between cPanel and Plesk, and which one’s right for you

How to migrate your WordPress site without downtime

Cost-effective hosting options for small businesses

When it’s time to hire a developer vs. manage your site yourself

Why It Matters:

For many business owners, managing a WordPress website can feel overwhelming — dealing with updates, security alerts, and confusing hosting setups. Tim Butler breaks it all down in simple terms, showing how the right hosting environment and tools like WordPress Toolkit can save hours of stress and protect your online presence.

Whether you're running a small business site or managing multiple client websites, understanding these essentials helps you stay in control, keep your site secure, and ensure your business stays visible and professional online.

About the Speaker:

Tim Butler is the Managing Director of Kinetics Hosting, an Australian-based web hosting company known for its reliable WordPress hosting and expert technical support. With years of experience in web infrastructure, Tim specializes in helping business owners and developers simplify website management, improve performance, and maintain top-level security. His practical approach makes complex hosting and website topics easy to understand for all skill levels.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction to Tim Butler & Kinetics

02:10 – What makes WordPress Toolkit a game changer

06:45 – Managing updates, plugins, and site security

10:20 – Understanding hosting options: cPanel vs. Plesk

14:10 – Moving from Amazon servers or GoDaddy to simpler hosting

18:45 – Why site owners struggle with developer access

23:00 – How Kinetics helps migrate and manage sites

27:50 – Dealing with plugin updates and email notifications

31:00 – Victoria’s question: Hosting confusion & access issues

36:20 – How much does managed hosting cost?

39:50 – When to hire a developer vs. doing it yourself

42:10 – Free demo and trial access for WordPress Toolkit

44:00 – Prize draw winner announcement

46:10 – Final thoughts from Nik & Tim

47:50 – How to watch replays and subscribe on YouTube

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