2025 Holiday Schedule

Matt

Co-Founder & Engineer

2025 Holiday Schedule

Date	Holiday	Office Status
Wednesday, January 01	New Year’s Day	Closed
Monday, January 20	Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.	Closed
Monday, January 20	Inauguration Day	Closed
Monday, February 17	Washington’s Birthday	Closed
Monday, May 26	Memorial Day	Closed
Thursday, June 19	Juneteenth National Independence Day	Closed
Friday, July 04	Independence Day	Closed
Monday, September 01	Labor Day	Closed
Monday, October 13	Columbus Day	Closed
Tuesday, November 11	Veterans Day	Closed
Thursday, November 27	Thanksgiving Day	Closed
Thursday, December 25	Christmas Day	Closed

Additional Limited Hours

Monday, May 19th until Monday, June 2nd: Closed for Family event. On-Call Line will remain open.

Friday, October 10th until Friday, October 17th: Limited Support for Family Event. On-Call Line will remain open.

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2026

How DNS Works: The Internet’s Phone Book Explained

3 minute read

Every time you visit a website, DNS is working behind the scenes. Here’s how it works — in plain English.

Why We Use Ubuntu LTS for Hosting

1 minute read

Every GR Host server runs Ubuntu LTS. Here’s why that decision matters for your site’s reliability and security.

Dirty Frag Response

1 minute read

A Linux kernel vulnerability called Dirty Frag was disclosed earlier this month. Here’s what we did about it and what it means for you.

Your Own Private Cloud: GR Host Nextcloud Hosting

2 minute read

Keep your files, photos, and documents private on your own server. Here’s what GR Host’s Nextcloud hosting offers and who it’s built for.

5 Common WordPress Security Mistakes

2 minute read

WordPress powers over 40% of the web. That makes it a massive target. Here are five security mistakes we see all the time — and how to avoid them.

Where to Buy a Domain in 2026

2 minute read

Your domain is your address on the internet. Here’s where we recommend buying one.

Why Every GR Host Customer Gets Their Own VPS

1 minute read

At GR Host, every customer gets a dedicated VPS. No shared servers, no noisy neighbors. Here’s why that matters.

How to Reduce Lag on Your Minecraft Server

2 minute read

Lag ruins the Minecraft experience. Here are some simple things you can do to keep your server running smoothly.

Minecraft Server Types Explained: Vanilla, Paper, and Forge

1 minute read

Picking the right Minecraft server type makes a big difference. Here’s a simple breakdown of the most popular options.

2026 Holiday Plans

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GR Host’s 2026 Planned Holiday Business Hours

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2025

Apache vs. NGINX vs. Caddy: Web Servers Explained

5 minute read

Three web servers dominate the hosting world. Here’s how Apache, NGINX, and Caddy work.

WordPress Plugin Best Practices

3 minute read

Plugins make WordPress powerful. They can also slow it down, break it, or get it hacked. Here’s how to use them the right way.

Why Your Site Needs a CDN and Cache Solution

4 minute read

A CDN and proper caching strategy can dramatically improve performance, reduce server load, and protect your origin. Here’s why it matters and how we approac...

Managed vs. Unmanaged WordPress Hosting

3 minute read

Not all WordPress hosting is created equal. Here’s what separates managed hosting from unmanaged and why it matters for your site.

Password & Secret Best Practices for WordPress Site Owners

2 minute read

Weak or reused passwords are one of the biggest risks to your WordPress site. Here’s how to do better without making your life harder.

Static Websites vs. WordPress: Which One Do You Need?

1 minute read

Not every website needs WordPress. Here’s a simple breakdown to help you pick the right tool for the job.