
About us
Klarned is a 100% European company.
Klarned started as ManagedWPhosting.nl in 2012 by Ramon Fincken. ManagedWPhosting was the first WordPress managed hosting provider in The Netherlands. This grew into the Klarned brand in 2024. We offer managed hosting with our own servers in Europe. Klarned provides 100% GDPR safe hosting (also known as AVG and DSVGO in the Netherlands and Germany).
We offer hosting from shared hosting till tailor-made managed hosting using modern state of the art stacks giving you high end hosting without any fuzz. Smooth and solid, as it should be.
Meet our team!
Ramon (owner)
Ramon Fincken is the owner of Klarned. Together with his team, he provides hosting and helpdesk services. System administration is outsourced, allowing everyone to focus on their strengths. In his free time, he enjoys sailing, a hobby that brings him peace and connects him to nature.
Ramon entered the Open Source software world in 2004, with the forum software PhpBB. Today, he’s one of the few WordPress hosting providers who is also a WordPress Core developer.
He continuously fine-tunes the platform and contributes to the WordPress community through code, documentation, blogs, meetups, and WordCamps, earning recognition within the official WordPress Core team.
Would you like to hear more from Ramon?
Then listen to this (Dutch) podcast by De Kunning Concepts, where he was a guest.

Annelies (strategy)
Annelies has been working as a marketeer for over 15 years. She now focuses on strategy, inclusion, and accessibility, and supports Klarned by wearing logo hoodies and shirts at events. She also pays close attention to spelling and grammar. Jokes aside, she provides both requested and unsolicited advice on the next steps that need to be taken.
With her experience and sharp insights, she helps develop targeted campaigns and improve customer experience. Her passion for the profession and her commitment to Klarned’s mission make her a valuable addition to the team.

Jens (helpdesk & sales)
As a Support Engineer at Klarned, Jens excels at bridging the gap between technology and its users. Every day, he tackles complex challenges and ensures that customers receive efficient solutions and an excellent user experience.
His role goes beyond just solving problems. Jens is dedicated to optimizing processes, simplifying workflows, and empowering customers to get the most out of their systems.
With a talent for problem solving and a customer-centric approach, Jens is a key player in ensuring that Klarned’s clients feel supported and confident in their tools. He thrives in dynamic environments where he can combine his technical knowledge with his passion for helping others succeed.

Romy (marketing)
Romy is responsible for marketing at Klarned. She ensures that the message is clear and that Klarned is presented in the best possible way. Whether it’s blogs, campaigns, or the small details, she keeps a close eye on everything.
Her focus is on creating a clear, consistent, and personal experience for everyone interacting with our platforms. She is committed to ensuring that everything works, from content to overall presentation, and is always ready to contribute to achieving that goal.
