Website hosting and design options for operators after MobileMe shutdown

Gear

ZephyrCan I fly my Alexa or RED on a Zephyr?389

Master SeriesIs a used Master Series rig worth buying as a first big rig?191

BFDHow do I power my BFD receiver from my camera or sled?186

VoltCan I retrofit a Volt onto my existing sled or gimbal?168

ArtemisHow do I power my camera and accessories from an Artemis sled?166

MDRWhere can I mount my Preston MDR on my rig?143

ModulusIs there a Modulus option for HD wireless video?141

G-70Will my G-70 fit my vest, gimbal or sled?126

FI+ZCan I control iris and zoom wirelessly, not just focus?60

HU3Where can I get my HU3 repaired, refurbished or repainted?60

CineLiveHow do I pack and case my CineLive rig for transport?54

G-70XHow does the G-70X compare to Pro Titan, Xarm and other arms?46

Trinity 2Is Trinity 2 SUP 3.0 firmware safe to install or buggy?46

Ultra VestWhich vest should I choose for my body size, comfort and operator type?39

2013General Discussion forum

13 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

Many operators previously relied on MobileMe for hosting and iWeb for web design, creating a need for alternative solutions when these services were discontinued.
A minimal website approach focusing on essential information—name, demo reel, resume, and contact details—reduces complexity and maintenance burden.
WordPress combined with separate services like Vimeo for video hosting, Dropbox for file storage, and Google Apps for email provides a cost-effective hosting solution.
Custom domain email can be managed through Google Apps at no cost, with DNS records pointing to Google's servers.
Website projects tend to expand beyond initial scope, making it important to define clear boundaries and keep the feature set manageable.
GoDaddy and similar hosting providers offer reasonable rates and straightforward tools for publishing websites and managing multiple domains.
Akismet plugin effectively filters spam on WordPress-based sites.
Hosting video files separately from the main website reduces hosting costs.

WordPress security concerns were mentioned but dismissed as less relevant for sites not linked to the main WordPress ecosystem.
One participant noted that email accounts cannot be fully managed within WordPress itself.
The discussion reflects 2013 technology landscape and may not account for newer hosting solutions.
No consensus was reached on the best platform, with multiple viable options presented.