Cloud Hosting Explained: AWS, Firebase and Beyond
A jargon-free guide to where your app lives, how it scales, and which option fits your project.
JoyanEditorial teamMarch 27, 20257 min read
01What cloud hosting means
Instead of running your own servers, you rent computing power from providers like AWS, Google Cloud or Firebase. You pay for what you use and scale up or down on demand.
02Managed vs configurable
Firebase is a managed platform that handles databases, auth and hosting with minimal setup — ideal for moving fast. AWS offers granular control and scales to any size, at the cost of more configuration.
03Choosing what fits
Early-stage products often start on Firebase for speed, then adopt more of AWS as needs grow. The right choice balances speed, cost and how much control you need.
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