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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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Canada
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Having trouble finding a step by step instructions on what to install to get my site up and running (the first time)

Date of experience: April 5, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Hes,

We would love to get you up and running! We have asked an Escalations Manager to reach out and assist!

DJ
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California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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For the initial pricing but I have had a real hard time getting domains and things set up over the past day since creating my account. Many support chats as well unfortunately. Never had to do that with Bluehost...

Date of experience: April 5, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Daniel,

We are more than happy to help. We have asked an Escalations Manager to reach out and assist.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great
April 5, 2022

Great -- when I had question you answer them -- you also help me walk through other problems when needed.

Date of experience: April 5, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Clifford,

We are always happy to hear this. Thank you for the kind review!

Marissa
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Bangladesh
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It was reasonably priced and gave good service for the first 3 years. However, as I'm about to renew it is charging 3 times more for three years. Sadly, it is too much. So, I have to leave. However, I really liked the service.

Date of experience: April 5, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Mohammad,

Thank you for the kind review!

Marissa
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Alabama
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Site went down but was quickly restored by support. Very good experience with tech.

Date of experience: April 5, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Rod,

We are always happy to hear this. Thank you for the awesome review!

Marissa
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Malaysia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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As expected, I got all I need for my site to go live. Thank you.

Date of experience: April 5, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Chee,

Thank you for choosing HostGator!

Marissa
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good, made easier, thank you, need promotion code for more business please

Date of experience: April 4, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Johnny,

Thank you for the awesome review!

Marissa
Customer Advocate at HostGator

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The experience was good and timely. Kind of ridiculous to have a 50 character minimum!

Date of experience: April 4, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi G.

Thank you for the kind review!

Marissa
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Florida
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I wish I could see my live chat history. I would wait for 30 minutes for a response, step away from my computer for 2 minutes and the chat ended and I couldn't see the technician's response.

Date of experience: April 4, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

HI Sean,

Thank you for the feedback!

Marissa
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Texas
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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It was super easy to set up and I had a great pagespeed for the first few days but it has been slowing down as I add more content.

Date of experience: April 4, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Eric,

Thank you for being apart of the HostGator community!

Marissa
Customer Advocate at HostGator


I see the name everywhere
March 21, 2022
Previous review

I see the name everywhere

Date of experience: March 21, 2022
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The learning curve is somewhat steep, but still manageable.

Date of experience: April 4, 2022
Rhode Island
1 review
0 helpful votes
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So far experience has been great
April 4, 2022

So far experience has been great. Hoping to get some activity.

Date of experience: April 4, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Robert,

Thank you for the awesome review!

Marissa
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Pretty simple process for someone who hasn't done this before. Remember to be patient for your site to come online (day or two).

Date of experience: April 4, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi James,

We are always happy to hear this. Thank you for the amazing review!

Marissa
Customer Advocate at HostGator


My site still isn't showing up
April 20, 2022
Previous review

My site still isn't showing up. I think I must be missing something.

Date of experience: March 21, 2022
Paraguay
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Por el momento excelente, no hubo errores ni fallos de carga. Gracia!

Date of experience: April 4, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hola Solana,

¡Gracias por la amable reseña!

Marissa
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Hi Solana,

Thank you for the kind review!

Marissa
Customer Advocate at HostGator

South Africa
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I've engaged myself with hostgator, because of it's best performance and reliable 24/7 and 365 days services. The best hosting website ever.

Date of experience: April 4, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Phakoago,

Thank you for being apart of the HostGator community!

Marissa
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Brazil
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good price when comparing with other domain providers

Date of experience: April 3, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Aldinei,

Thank you for the awesome review!

Marissa
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Was reminded that my credit card information needed to be updated.

Date of experience: April 3, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Barbara,

Thank you for being apart of the HostGator community!

Marissa
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Bangladesh
1 review
0 helpful votes
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So far they are brilliant
April 3, 2022

So far they are brilliant. I have been able to perform my web opt with their furnished platform as a hosting and domain provider. Good wishes to them.

Date of experience: April 3, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Aliz,

Thank you for the amazing review!

Marissa
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Its been terrible
May 3, 2022

Its been terrible. You have failed repeatedly and it continues to this day. When a person pays for a years worth of service in full THEN THAT WHAT THEY EXCPECT TO GET.

Date of experience: April 3, 2022
Reputation T. — HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hi Brian,

It's unfortunate to hear you have been running into problems while using HostGator. Our escalations team will be in touch soon to see what we can do to make things right. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

Marissa
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very Quick Service and response from support. Site help section has a lot of information that is easy to u derstand.

Date of experience: April 3, 2022