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HostGator (866-96-GATOR) is a leading provider of web hosting, VPS and dedicated servers. Discover why over 9,000,000 websites trust us for their hosting needs.


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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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Turkiye
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Not good not goodnot goodnot goodnot goodnot goodnot goodnot goodnot goodnot good

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

Hey Facelove,

Well that is a bummer. We will be reaching out for more information.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Nigeria
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Your feedback and customer assistance is too poor, billings info don't get to customer on time and you block off e-mails without prior notice,

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

Hey Temidara,

We hate to hear that you feel this way. We will reach out and see how we can make things better.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

South Africa
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Convenience and support excellent
April 15, 2022

Convenience and support excellent. Pity about Hook & Hike pricing

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

Hey Rob,

Thank you for your review!

DJ
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Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The account is a bit pricey and I was stuck with a Microsoft account that I don't use because the Host Gator agent didn't advise properly relative to domain permissions

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

Hey Claudine,

Let us take a look into the Microsoft issue and see if we can fix that.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Egypt
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The package is raised from 25$ to 35 $ without any added features so couldn't have ability to pay

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

Hey Betracer,

We would be happy to look into this for you. We have asked an Escalations Manager to reach out and assist.

DJ
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California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I've been using you for years
April 15, 2022

I've been using you for years. Always great service

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

Hey J,

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

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Pakistan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Your customer support team is not professional & expert, it take more time to explain for solving issues.

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

Hey Amin,

We would love to hear your feedback! We have asked an Escalations Manager to reach out and assist.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Indonesia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The Technical support is awesome. However, having many issues with slow loading time for both my front-end website and back-end (editor).

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

Hey Pierre,

Feel free to give us a call or chat and we can look into that for you!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Germany
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I recently transferred my website from one host to HostGator. The entire process was smooth and fast. The HostGator service was really quick in responding and very supportive, which gives me trust for potential future issues. I am happy to have HostGator as my new host. Thank you.

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

Hey Tara,

Thank you for your kind words.

DJ
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Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I've now tried 3 times to update my MX record on my DNS and your tech support is apparently incompetent. Sure wish I could make these changes myself!

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

Hey Elijah,

We can definitely help you out here. We will look into this and reach out.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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What surprised that they responded so fast the chat is a excellent resource thank you very much!

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

Hey Jay,

Thank you for your review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It's good
April 15, 2022

It's good. I doo ok my know what else to say but it's good

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

Hey Jarrod,

Thank you for your review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Honduras
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Best customer service, very easy, flexible, affordable and 1st choice

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

Hey Enil,

Thank you for your review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Ecuador
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Me agrada su velocidad y sevicio de respuesta

Date of experience: April 14, 2022
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over a year old

Hey Pablo,

Thank you for your review!

DJ
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New Zealand
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great tech and pricing, easy to use portal, and fast and friendly service.

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

Hey Caleb,

Thank you for your review!

DJ
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Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Well known good reputation always treat me with kindness

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

Hey Louise,

Thank you for your kindness too!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have had you guys for a few years and recently paid for a few more. The sign on part is driving me zany. Why can't i just sign into web builder as i want to edit my site

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

Hey Scott,

We would love to help out. We will have an Escalations Manager reach out once we get your case created.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Reliability, Awesome the best in the business great

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

Hey John,

That we have! Thank you for your review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Updated my server settings so that my website no longer functions. Customer service has been zero help. Looking for another hosting company now.

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

Hey Brian,

We hate to hear this. We really would love to keep you. We will be reaching out to see what we can do.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have HAD it with your service! I am in the process of transferring BOTH of my domain names OUT to a different host, because I can't get ANYTHING done! Your staff don't speak proper English, and I ALWAYS have a $#*! of a time understanding them, and THEY also have a $#*! of a time understanding ME. Any time I present a problem to you guys, you don't even READ my problem! You just pick out the words you can understand and go with that. Well lemme tell you something! That is NO way to run a business! You have just lost me to IONOS!

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

Hey Sean,

We hate to hear you feel that way. We do want to wish you luck on your future hosting endeavors.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator