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Hostgator Review - Pros V Cons
Author: Dan H
I've been using Host Gator for the past 3 years for my personal hosting, starting with a 'Baby' plan for a simple WordPress blog. As my needs have grown I've upgraded steadily to a 'Business' plan. This is one of the things that I really like about HostGator, the ability to upgrade or downgrade accounts quickly and efficiently is a breeze.
Given my hassle free experience I decided to move the large majority of my web clients on to HostGator. I felt that with the excellent 24/7 Live Chat support it gave me enough confidence to host people's web sites knowing that I could get issues resolved quickly.
I use HostGator for clients that have the potential to get moderate/high traffic, need a comfortable amount of space (eg. unlimited) and sometimes wish to host multiple sites or blogs off 1 account.
They also have easy WordPress/Joomla/Drupal setup programs, great tutorials, large knowledge base, and great support to help you through the process of setting up a site.
Another great thing about Host Gator is the 45 day money back guarantee, making it a risk free trial of their service. Most hosts only do 30 days, but Host Gator go that extra bit further which always gives my clients great peace of mind.
Below are some pro's and con's that I've experience whilst using HostGator over the past 3 years.
Pro's Con's Reliable Servers. I've experienced 3 minutes of downtime in past 6 months. (99.9% uptime is above benchmark of 99%) Does not include a free domain, but I recommend purchasing one cheaply from GoDaddy. Multiple plans to suit everyone's needs and budgets. Plans can be slightly expensive without the use of coupons. Rated #1 customer service support team.
- 24/7 Live Chat
- 24/7 Phone Support
- Speedy email ticketing system
- Twitter support via @hostgator If you have a large shared site with a lot of streaming video or database scripts you can overuse the CPU. I've only experienced this once when one of my sites got 12,000+ hits in one day. 45 day money back guarantee. » However, if your looking for more flexibility & power, HostGator allows you to upgrade. They don't kick you off like other shared hosts. Free web site transfer from old web host. Free web site builder & templates. 1-click installers for WordPress, Drupal, Shopping Carts, Forums... Top-quality security and backups to stop data theft or loss.
Environmentally friendly green web host. 130% wind powered means they are more than just offsetting but they are trying to reduce emissions.
The Final Word
Well, I guess this is why I put this site together. I strongly believe in HostGator's ability to host all types of sites. They range from simple shared hosting plans, to Virtual Private Servers, all the way to Dedicated Servers.
Check out HostGators plans and features to find out which plan will suit you.
fatmac6113 says:
How can I setup Live Chat, Live Support, Live Customer Support for my web site?
I own a web design company. I want to have Live Chat for my Customer Services, similar to the one on hostgator. Does anyone know how I can find out to get this on my website?
eXtreme Stormer says:
Many prehosted chat & scripts are avaible try search and that site:-
Bright says:
Hostgator…has anyone ever used it? I need help.?
I was just looking at the Hostgator reselling program, but am kind of confused as to what I need to do after I sign up. Do I just advertise the service? Do I build websites for my customers? Do I register domain names?
Obviously, I have to build a website of my own to promote this. Do I have to use them? I asked in a chat with a hostgator rep and he said that after I purchase the plan I will be told what to do next. Sounds a bit fishy when put that way.
If anyone can shed some light on what it’s all about I’d appreciate it. Please provide examples when you explain what to do. Thanks.
Anonymous says:
Once you sign up for a reseller service, you’ll have to setup your own website (own domain name and website) which will be for your reseller services. You can set your prices for your hosting plans (but you’ll get more customers if your pricing is competitive) and tell everyone about your website, basically market or promote it and people will pay you directly. That’s how it works.
Do I have to use them? What did you mean? Did you mean that you had to host your website on their hosting? I am not sure about this, but why wouldn’t you want to? It’s easier that way, I guess. They’ll help you set up a hosting site using a template and you’ll be good to go soon.
You don’t have to build websites for your customers. That is not part of the deal. But if you’d want to do that, you could do it as an extra service. You can register domain names for your customers.
Lupy j says:
Hello, I am starting a job with hostgator.com, and I would like to know what should I put for expected salary.
Hello, I am starting a job with hostgator.com, and I would like to know what should I put for expected salary.
Duties include 50 hours a week.
Front line support for Chats and Telephone calls
Troubleshoot any issues customer is having with his webhosting plan
Provides technical support for Level I escalation issues via helpdesk
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
OnlineGeek says:
Its Good, you should be paid a good amount.
Belac77 says:
Tell me your opinion of Hostgator.com?
they look great!!! very friendly when i chatted with sales.
Anyone use them how are they? any cool features or examples of sites hosted by them?
pzykodelik says:
Hostgator and Fantastico Deluxe?
i also had a questiong about Fantastico De luxe, when i try to install it, it says that i cant ok it says this ……The installation can not be completed:
Hey you guys, i purchased the business hosting package from hostgator, and i have absolutely no clue on what i am doing i feel so lost and confused i feel like screaming and ripping out my hair lol, ok, if anyone has any experience with hostgator and help me step by step cause im trying to build a website and i dont know where to start but anyhoo if you can please give me your IM so we can chat, and maybe any of u can help me do this
- You chose to install in the main directory of the domain ********.com, but there are conflicting filenames, therefore we can not proceed. Following filenames already exist in the main directory of the domain
(path=”/home/********/public_html/”).You must manually remove these files before proceeding with auto-installation:
images
I have no clue what this means or even how to do what it is saying to do, geeze im getting so frustrated im ready to give up please please help me
Helrazr says:
FTP into your web server open the /public_html/ folder and delete the “images” folder. make sure you don’t have something of your own in there.
If you don’t know what this means, you should find a friend who is good with web hosting to help you, or hire someone to make your website.
otherwise you may need to spend some time reading up on how a web server works. It will be pretty much the same no matter which host you choose.