When picking a hosting plan, storage size is one of the first specs you'll see. But do you really need 50GB? For most sites — not even close.

A typical website with some images and text might only need 1–2GB. If you’re hosting videos, podcasts, or downloadable files, you’ll need more — but most users overestimate.

Storage needs also depend on your email usage. If you're hosting emails on the same plan and never delete old messages, space can fill up faster than you think.

Check whether your host offers SSD storage. SSDs are much faster and more reliable than traditional HDDs — they make your site load faster and reduce risk of failure.

If you’re not sure how much you’ll need, cheap web hosting’s hosting planner tool can help estimate based on your website type, saving you from overpaying for unused space.