28.07.2025
LinQhost becomes part of Shock Media
LinQhost, a Dutch managed hosting provider based in Groningen, has joined Your.Online as an add-on acquisition to managed hosting market leader Shock Media. Known for its high-performance infrastructure and strong regional presence, LinQhost has been a trusted partner for digital agencies, SaaS providers, and e-commerce platforms since 2012.
“LinQhost’s deep technical expertise, regional presence, and long-standing relationships with digital agencies and SaaS providers complement our existing strengths and align perfectly with our ambition to deliver best-in-class managed hosting across Europe. We look forward to growing together and learning from one another.”
Alain Götz
CEO Shock Media
“It’s a pleasure to welcome LinQhost and its talented team into the Your.Online group. Their track record in delivering performance-driven hosting solutions makes them a strong addition to our portfolio. As part of our Performance segment, they bring valuable capabilities and a trusted name in the Dutch market.”
Rikard Akhtarzand
CEO Your.Online
About LinQhost
LinQhost is a Dutch managed hosting provider based in Groningen, recognized for its reliable hosting services, strong technical capabilities, and customer-centric mindset. The company has built a solid reputation in the Dutch market, supporting a diverse group of businesses with stable, high-performance infrastructure. As part of Shock Media, LinQhost can further pursue its growth ambitions, strengthen its platform, and continue to operate independently while contributing to the group’s expanding footprint in premium managed hosting.
“This partnership marks a new chapter in a journey we’ve been on for over ten years. It allows us to keep evolving on our own terms, while benefiting from the scale, knowledge and support of a broader group. We’re excited to continue building with the same passion and purpose that got us here.”
Robert van den Berg
Co-founder & CEO LinQhost
Building on a strong foundation
LinQhost will become part of the performance segment of the Your.Online group. This acquisition represents a significant step in strengthening the Dutch hosting landscape. As part of Shock Media, LinQhost will benefit from increased scale and broader capabilities in high-performance infrastructure and managed services. At the same time, it brings valuable specialized expertise and a hands-on customer approach to the group. By joining forces, all parties benefit from each other’s strengths – combining LinQhost’s regional presence and technical depth with Shock Media’s scale and Your.Online’s strategic vision – creating new opportunities for innovation, shared learning, and customer success across the board.