Frequently Asked Questions

Getting Started

How do I connect my domain to Daedalus hosting?

After signing up, we'll send you DNS settings to update at your domain registrar. If you're using our migration service, we handle this for you.

How long does setup take?

New accounts are typically active within 24 hours. Migrations take 2–5 business days depending on the complexity of your site.

Do I need to upload my files myself?

If you're using our migration service (£150), no — we move everything for you. If you prefer to upload manually, we provide SFTP access.

Email

How does email forwarding work?

Email forwarding sends messages sent to your domain address (e.g. hello@yourdomain.co.uk) to your existing email inbox (e.g. your Gmail). You can reply from your regular email client.

Can I send emails from my domain address?

Email forwarding covers receiving. If you need to send from your domain address, you'll need a full mailbox — available on Business and Pro plans, or as an add-on (£3/mo).

Why are my emails going to spam?

We configure SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records for all domains. If emails are still landing in spam, contact support and we'll check your configuration.

SSL & Security

Is the SSL certificate really free?

Yes. Every plan includes a free Let's Encrypt SSL certificate that renews automatically. Pro plans include a wildcard certificate that covers all subdomains.

What security measures do you have?

Every plan includes a web application firewall, malware scanning, DDoS mitigation, and security hardening at the server level.

Do you scan for malware?

Yes. We run regular malware scans on all hosted sites. If malware is detected, we'll notify you and help clean it up.

Backups

How often do you back up my site?

Daily. Backups are stored for 7 days (Starter), 30 days (Business), or 90 days (Pro). Pro plans also include on-demand backups.

How do I restore a backup?

Contact support and we'll restore your site from the most recent backup (or a specific date if you prefer). There's no charge for restores.

Can I download my backups?

Yes. Contact support and we'll provide a download link for your most recent backup.

Billing

How does billing work?

All plans are billed monthly. Payment is taken on the same date each month. We accept all major credit and debit cards.

Can I upgrade or downgrade my plan?

Yes, at any time. Upgrades take effect immediately with prorated billing. Downgrades take effect at your next billing date.

What's your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you cancel within 30 days, we refund your first month in full.

Are there any hidden fees?

No. The monthly price includes SSL, backups, security, and support. The only additional cost is the one-time £150 migration fee (if applicable) and any add-ons you choose.

Technical

What type of hosting do you provide?

We specialise in static HTML hosting. This covers sites built with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript — including sites created with AI tools, static site generators, or hand-coded by developers.

Do you support WordPress?

Our standard plans are optimised for static sites. If you need WordPress hosting, contact us for a custom quote.

Do you provide SSH or SFTP access?

Yes. All plans include SFTP access. SSH access is available on Pro plans by request.

What's your uptime guarantee?

99.9% on Starter and Business plans, 99.95% on Pro plans. If we fall below the guaranteed uptime, you're eligible for service credits.

Still Need Help?

Our support team is based in the UK and ready to help.

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Email Support — All Plans

Send us a message and we'll respond within your plan's guaranteed timeframe.

Starter: 48 hours · Business: 24 hours · Pro: 4 hours

support@daedalusdesign.co.uk

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Live Chat — Business & Pro

Chat with a real person during business hours (Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm GMT).

Available on Business and Pro plans

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Phone Support — Pro Plan

Call us directly during business hours.

Available on Pro plans only · Number provided after signup

Send Us a Message

Fill out the form and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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    Email
    support@daedalusdesign.co.uk
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    Location
    United Kingdom
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    Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm GMT

Step-by-Step Guides

1

Getting Started with Your Hosting

A complete walkthrough from signup to going live.

2

Connecting Your Domain

How to point your domain to Daedalus Design servers.

3

Setting Up Email Forwarding

Configure email addresses for your domain.

4

Understanding Your SSL Certificate

What SSL does, how it works, and how to check it's active.

5

Requesting a Backup Restore

How to get your site restored from a daily backup.

6

Upgrading Your Plan

How to move to a higher tier and what changes.

Service Status

Check the current status of our servers and services.

Support hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm GMT · Emergency support available 24/7 for Pro plan customers