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Founded in 2002
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HostGator Reviews Summary

Overall, the company has established a reputation for providing reliable services and competitive pricing, with many customers noting ease of use and effective technical support. However, concerns regarding customer service persist, particularly related to inconsistent support experiences and delays in response times. While some users have had positive interactions with knowledgeable representatives, others reported frustrations with unresolved issues and inadequate communication. Despite these challenges, a significant number of long-term customers express satisfaction and loyalty, indicating that while improvements in customer service are needed, the core offerings are generally well-regarded.

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Kansas
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I was desperately in need of affordable and reliable hosting with a super-knowledgeable, and down-to-earth support staff that genuinely cared about their customers. Over the years of building sites, I would hear a lot about HostGator, so here I am.:-)

Date of experience: December 24, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Kevin,

Welcome to HostGator!

DJ
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Kenya
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Speedy resolution
December 24, 2022

It took less than five minutes to get my site back up.

Date of experience: December 24, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Ufuo,

Thank you for your review!

DJ
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Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Most of the people had no clue why this problem occurred. I had to literally tell them what was supposed to be done... First three agents disconnected the chat saying "oh on my end the website is working" without knowing that my ip could be blocked on their side. I think that the agents are not well trained

Date of experience: December 23, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Gagandeep,

Try giving us a shout at [email protected] so we can assist.

DJ
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Singapore
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good Service
December 23, 2022

The customer service us very efficiency and friendly

Date of experience: December 23, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Paul,

Thank you for your kind review!
DJ
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California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Of all the times I've had to worked with Tech Support, this experience was one of the three best experiences I've had with Texh Support. I needed to know how to access my email in my site as I've never done this before. Not only did ˆ learn how, I also learned what I had previously requested to be done, (i.e. Setting up a "No Reply" email, as well as an email where it was from "Sunnye"), this was not accomplished. One was not set up correctly (No Reply) and the other (Sunnye) was not st up at all.

This time I got Louise and she set up the "No Reply", as well as showing me how I could set up the "Sunnye" email, as well as the signature. Her patience and professionalism were exemplary. I'm so appreciative of her for showing me how to do something that is new to me.

Louise is an asset to your Tech Support team. Please remember to reward her when review time come around for her. She is definitely a valuable member of the Host Gator Tech Support team.

Date of experience: December 22, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi S,

Thank you for your lovely review!

DJ
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Saudi Arabia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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From continious expireince with hostgator there are...
January 21, 2023
Updated review

From continious expireince with hostgator there are following problems:
1- Problems are handled in un effective way
2- Agents does not have system to follow up
3- Every agent starts from scratch
4- every case should have number and agent assigned to follow up through email or phone number

Date of experience: December 22, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

HI Abdu,

Thank you for your feedback!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator


Suggestion
January 4, 2023
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Date of experience: December 4, 2022
Minnesota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The website transfer went very well and the site went up quickly.

Date of experience: December 21, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Paul,

Thank you for your review!

DJ
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Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent detailed communication
December 21, 2022

I had several questions concerning my latest bill for hosting and also pricing. The representative took her time and investigated the issue and found that HostGator had made a billing error. She corrected it immediately. She also answered all of my questions about my account. I received excellent service from this HostGator employee and would recommend HostGator to my friends.

Date of experience: December 20, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey James,

Thank you so much for your kind review!

DJ
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Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very helpful
December 20, 2022

Cris was very helpful and patient while i figured out how to correspond by e mail etc

Date of experience: December 20, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi George,

Thank you for your review!

DJ
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Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great services
December 18, 2022

I originally created this website and used Hostgator for educational purposes only. Even though I didn't need to keep the website+hosting, I really appreciate the support team services. Thanks for understanding the reasons for my cancelation. I will keep Hostgator in my mind for future needs.

Date of experience: December 18, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

HI Thiago,

We can't wait to have you back!

DJ
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Oklahoma
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Over the past 48 hours I've lost two databases (had to have them restored), had my IP blacklisted from HostGator (changed my password while downloading files via FTP... oops) and most recently, broke all my WordPress sites by upgrading PHP. I have been doing web stuff for 25 years but just needed some help over the past 2 days. HostGator support, both on the phone and through the live chat, was able to help me each time without making me feel too dumb. Thank you!

Date of experience: December 16, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

HI Rob,

That is great! Thank you for such a wonderful review!

DJ
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Nebraska
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great service
December 15, 2022

I have been through 5 technicians in the same issue and this guy helps me in less than 30 minutes. Bless his family, give this guy a raise.

Date of experience: December 15, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Cam,

Glad we could help! Thank you for your review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Switzerland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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A courteous conversation
December 14, 2022

When I contacted the chat bottom, I had such a quick and friendly answer. The problem is solved. I got a new proposition about my other site, which I will check (e-mail). I am happy with that.

Date of experience: December 14, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Barbara,

That is so good to hear. Thank you for your review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

California
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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It only took a few messages for Vivek to resolve my problem with my PHP and user admin page. Not to mention fixing the errors I had with my WordPress site in a flash. Thanks again for your help!

Date of experience: December 13, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

HI Joe,

Thank you for your review!

DJ
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Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Louise was Great!
December 13, 2022

Louise took care of the EPP Registration, she really listened to what I needed. She went back to see what was done before (footprint, as she called it) and found out what I was asking for. My domains have been with Hostgator.com for about 15 years. I wish I could have talked with her first. She did an excellent job for me and for Hostgator.com.

Thank you.

Date of experience: December 13, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Yvonne,

That is so good to hear! Thank you for your review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Libya
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great
December 13, 2022

Satisfied and appreciate all assistance. Kind team and really helpful.

Date of experience: December 13, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Salaheddin,

Thank you for your kind review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Utah
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent service
December 12, 2022

The agent answered all my questions... everything with my issue was handled in a professtional and timely manner. Excellent service. A top shelf agent.

Date of experience: December 12, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

HI Joseph,

Thank you for your review!

DJ
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Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Thank you Sharan Shetty!
December 10, 2022

I had an issue changing my domain name for my Wordpress website and Sharan quickly helped me troubleshoot my issue through live chat support. I was a bit nervous that I did something wrong and it would be difficult to get my website back up, but he made the fix was smooth and was extremely patient in helping to answer all my questions. I was able to get my website back up and running within 30 minutes. Thank you Sharan for your assistance. I hope this review can be shared with Sharan's manager so he can see how much help he provided me!

Date of experience: December 10, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Priscilla,

Thank you for your review on Sharan!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

VE
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The services was excellent
December 10, 2022

Overall the experience was good. No further comments

Date of experience: December 10, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Miguel,

Thank you for your kind review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Simple and straightforward
December 9, 2022

Simple and straightforward. Just what I needed. Recently transferred from a different Host, whose prices have crept up over the years and the customer service has tanked. Read good things about HostGator and so far, I'm extremely happy.

Date of experience: December 9, 2022
Reputation T. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Jennifer,

Thank you for your review! We greatly appreciate it!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator