HostGator
HostGator is a relatively new web hosting
provider that offers web hosting with a simplicity that is unparalleled with
most other web hosts. Unlike web hosting providers like GoDaddy and Register.com
that try to add to your shopping cart by offering dozens of extras, HostGator
offers the services you'll need in their basic web hosting packages so you won't
pay extra for standard services. HostGator's comprehensive cPanel control
panel is suited for both experienced webmasters and novices alike and its
reliable and friendly customer service is surprisingly refreshing.
Company Information
Founded: 2002
Headquarters: Houston, TX
Domains Managed: Over 2
million
Awards and Accreditations
Plans and Pricing
HostGator offers 3 web hosting plans; the "Hatchling" plan is a solid option
if you're only interested in launching one site, while the "Baby" and "Business"
plans are suited for you if you want to keep your options open and hope to
expand your business or your online presence. The primary differences between
the Baby plan and the Business plan are that the Business plan includes a
toll-free phone number, anonymous FTP, dedicated IP and private SSL. If you are
interested in the toll-free phone number, you should note that this number is
hooked up to an existing phone line and will not provide an additional phone
line for your business.
| Price |
Hatchling Plan |
Baby Plan |
Business Plan |
| 1 Month |
$8.95* |
$9.95 |
$14.95 |
| 1 Year |
$6.95/month |
$9.95/month |
$14.95/month |
| $83.40 Total |
$119.40 Total |
$179.40 Total |
| 2 Year |
$5.95/month |
$8.95/month |
$13.95/month |
| $142.80 Total |
$214.80 Total |
$334.80 Total |
| 3 Year |
$4.95/month |
$7.95/month |
$12.95/month |
| $178.20 Total |
$286.20 Total |
$466.20 Total |
Unlike most other web hosting services, HostGator will charge you a $15
domain registration fee even during the first year of service. There is also a
$1 setup fee for the 1 month Hatchling plan.
HostGator accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and
PayPal.
Money Back Guarantee
All HostGator plans come with a 45 day full money back guarantee. If you
request a refund within 45 days of registration you will receive all of your
money back, with the exception of administrative (setup) fees when relevant,
dedicated domain costs, installation fees for custom software and domain name
purchase costs. After 45 days you will be prorated for the amount of time
remaining in your contract.
