Tag Archives: HostGator

Pros

• Easy setup
• Extra tools for WordPress users
• DDoS protection included with all plans

Cons

• Inconsistent, frequently poor, customer service, especially for complex issues
• Low storage amounts on shared hosting plans

HostGator is a popular hosting company that currently powers over 707,000 websites. HostGator offers hosting packages for websites of all shapes and sizes, ranging from shared hosting to dedicated hosting.

I signed up for a HostGator plan and thoroughly reviewed HostGator’s plans, pricing, functionality and security. I also reached out to customer service to establish how effective HostGator’s live chat, email and phone teams are. You can learn…

For entrepreneurs and hobbyists alike, launching a website shouldn’t break the bank. Recognizing this, the CNET commerce team has scoured the internet, unveiling up to 84% off on web hosting plans from industry leaders. This initiative not only promises substantial savings for consumers but also simplifies the decision-making process by comparing various hosting services.

Unprecedented Savings

Current web hosting deals present an incredible opportunity for both new and existing website owners to economize without compromising on quality. With discounts reaching up to 84%, services like Hostinger and HostGator are at the forefront, offering competitive rates that cater to a wide range of hosting needs. From shared hosting plans…

Forbes Advisor has developed a rubric to assess and score each company on the list. We evaluated a total of 11 HostGator alternatives to objectively determine our top seven. The rubric assesses five main areas of criteria that were scored and weighted. Each area contributed a specific percentage toward the final score of 100%. By dividing the score into categories, we aim to provide a comprehensive evaluation taking into consideration various factors that are important to users when choosing the best provider.

Pricing

In our evaluation to determine our top HostGator alternatives, we assessed each provider by their starting price, upgrade price and whether they offered a free plan. We also rated each hosting service according to its lowest-priced tier plan. Plans that had an…