Unlimited Storage? All Those Lies Your Host Told You

In your quest to find the perfect hosting provider for your blog, you’ve likely encountered the enticing promise of “unlimited disk space.” Some companies boast about it, while others set clear limits. But if you’ve visited Usijali Hosting, you might have noticed we don’t make such claims.

Confused? Let’s clear things up.

The Reality Check

Unlimited disk storage space is a myth. Disks are physical objects, not magical entities like bandwidth. Physical things have limits and come with a price tag.

Think about it: Have you ever seen a phone or computer with unlimited storage or RAM? Hosting servers are just powerful computers designed to host websites. Your website.

Why Unlimited Doesn’t Exist

If a provider claims to offer unlimited disk space, they’re likely bending the truth. Dive into their terms & conditions, and you’ll find restrictions on file sizes and storage usage. If these aren’t mentioned, it’s a red flag—they might not care about their customers. Once you exceed their hidden limits, they’ll either throttle your usage or suspend your site.

Understanding Disk Space

Disk space is where all your site’s data lives. Every file you create, upload, or store on your blog or website resides on a disk. Images, videos, music, MySQL data—everything is stored on a disk. No disk, no storage.

Disks are tangible and costly. They come in fixed sizes: 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, 15 TB, and so on. Each has a price based on its capacity. Think of disk space like a memory card or flash drive—it has a set limit.

The Illusion of Unlimited

Even if a provider uses multiple disks, they’re still limited. For instance, Facebook generates about 600 TB of data daily and has a capacity of 300 Petabytes (300,000 TB). They keep expanding by buying more disks because they can afford it.

Owning lots of land doesn’t mean you have unlimited land. Land, like disks, is finite.

Just Imagine This!

Imagine you’re choosing between two hosts. One host is like a straightforward shopkeeper at the local market, telling you upfront, “You have 30GB of disk space, no more, no less.” The other host is like a street vendor promising you an endless supply of mangoes, only to take them away or charge you extra once you’ve filled your basket.

Which would you prefer? The honest shopkeeper who sets clear expectations, or the vendor who lures you in with promises of abundance but leaves you scrambling when the limits hit?

A Short Story

Let’s take a stroll to the vibrant city of Nairobi, where the tech scene is booming and digital innovation is the talk of the town. If you know this city, there’s a popular restaurant called “Unlimited Eats.” The sign outside promises unlimited food for a flat fee. People flock to it, excited by the idea of endless feasting.

One day, a savvy tech blogger named Amani decided to investigate. Amani noticed that while the restaurant did offer a lot of food, there were always limits. The kitchen could only prepare so much – a particular amount of dishes, and once the food was gone, customers had to wait. Some even left disappointed when their favorite dishes ran out.

Amani realized that “Unlimited Eats” was a clever marketing ploy. The restaurant relied on the assumption that not everyone would eat a lot, so they could manage their supplies. But when demand spiked, the illusion of unlimited food quickly shattered.

Just like the restaurant, hosting companies promising unlimited disk space were banking on the fact that most users wouldn’t use too much. But for those who did – when you do, the limits would become painfully clear.

The Bottom Line

When a hosting provider promises unlimited disk space, one of two things will happen: they’ll either limit your usage in their terms or suspend your site once you hit a certain threshold and force you to upgrade. They’re selling you a dream that doesn’t exist.

A hosting provider’s server has limited disks. When you fill up their storage, they need to buy more, which costs money. If they can’t afford it, they risk going bankrupt.

Make Informed Choices

Don’t fall for misleading claims. Choose a hosting provider that values transparency and honesty:

• Check terms and conditions for hidden limits.
• Verify file size and type restrictions.
• Ensure clear communication about resource usage.

By understanding the reality of disk space, you’ll make informed decisions and avoid the pitfalls of “unlimited” storage claims.

Transparency vs. Deception: What Kind of Host Do You Want?

Would you rather have a hosting provider that:

A) Offers transparent, straightforward disk space allocation

(e.g., “You have 30GB of disk space”)

or

B) Promises “unlimited” disk space, only to:

• Suspend your account when you reach an unspecified limit
• Force you to upgrade to a more expensive plan

Which approach values honesty and transparency?

At Usijali Hosting, we believe in clear, upfront communication. No hidden limits, no surprises.

Take Action Now!

Don’t fall for the myth of unlimited storage. Choose Usijali Hosting for transparent, reliable, and honest hosting services. Visit our website today or have a chat with us to learn more and get started with a hosting plan that truly meets your needs.