In the world of web hosting, the term “instance” typically refers to a virtual server or computing environment that hosts a WordPress site. Traditionally, these instances operate on centralized server infrastructure provided by companies like Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Google Cloud.
However, the concept of blockchain-powered server infrastructure has introduced a new way to manage and deploy instances with added transparency, decentralization, and security.
In FluxRunner case, each of your WordPress websites get at least 3 copies of instances, meaning they are installed on 3 different servers based on your choice of geolocation when creating the site.
One of these instances are master, which is the one your website is served from, while the others act as backup companions. In any case, if one instance goes down, it gets immediately replaced by the next working instance. That is how we provide 99.9% uptime guarantee.
Key Benefits of Blockchain Instances in WordPress Hosting
1. Decentralization: Unlike traditional hosting, where instances are controlled by a single provider, blockchain-powered hosting distributes control across a decentralized network. This reduces dependency on a single provider and improves uptime by eliminating single points of failure.
2. Enhanced Security: Blockchain’s inherent cryptographic structure helps protect data and user transactions. Each instance is secured through cryptographic verification, making data tampering or unauthorized access highly challenging.
3. Transparency and Trust: With a blockchain infrastructure, every action and transaction is logged on an immutable ledger, making it easy to trace and audit hosting activities. This transparency builds trust, as users have more visibility into how their instances are managed.
4. Improved Redundancy and Data Integrity: In a blockchain environment, data is stored across a distributed network of nodes, creating multiple backups of each instance. This redundancy ensures that even if one node fails, others can quickly take over, preserving data integrity and minimizing downtime.
5. Resource Efficiency and Cost Reduction: By leveraging a network of nodes, blockchain-powered hosting often operates with greater resource efficiency. This decentralized model can be more cost-effective, as resources are utilized only as needed across the network rather than being locked into centralized infrastructure.