Choose a Website Runtime
Choose the runtime that matches what will execute in production:
| Website Runtime | Choose it when | Main platform controls |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress | WordPress owns the public application and its content | WordPress management, Website Environments, backups, cron |
| Static HTML | The public application is a fixed directory of files | Website Environments, SFTP, files-only backups |
| Node.js | A Node.js process serves the application | Deploys, Website Environments, backups, cron |
| PHP | PHP serves an artifact-based application | PHP version, public root, Deploys, backups, cron, Managed Databases |
The runtime is not a hosting label. A WordPress Website can be Hosted by TMXIO or connected from another host. Hosting Relationship appears in these docs only when it changes responsibility or procedure.
Before creating the Website
Section titled “Before creating the Website”- Confirm which application produces the public response.
- Confirm whether TMXIO will host it or connect to an existing WordPress installation.
- Collect the primary domain and the people who need access.
- Open Account → Websites and start the creation or connection flow.
Do not choose WordPress merely because a repository contains content exported from WordPress. Choose it only when WordPress remains the production runtime.