Check out our latest communities fighting
AI scams on Reddit and Facebook

business logo of HostGator

On SmartCustomer, businesses may not offer incentives or pay to remove reviews. Learn more about our Review Guidelines.

From the business

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.


hostgator.com
Founded in 2002
Houston, Texas, United States
How would you rate HostGator?
grey stargrey stargrey stargrey stargrey star

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.

This summary is generated by AI, based on text from customer reviews

value
89
shipping
38
returns
51

We monitor reviews for authenticity

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Serina H.
Unfollow Serina H.
Share Review
Report Review

I wanted to get my domain name and website hosting at the same time. I also found a great looking affiliate link and tutorial on collegeinfogeeks.com.

HostGator attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 10, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Serina,

We would love to help. We have asked an Escalations Manager to reach out and assist.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Robert C.
Unfollow Robert C.
Share Review
Report Review

Easy to sign up with you $#*!s but horrible to cancel. You SUCK!

Date of experience: September 10, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Robert,

We hate to see you go but we do wish you luck on your future hosting endeavors.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Deborah W.
Unfollow Deborah W.
Share Review
Report Review

Been with them for 11 years
October 10, 2021

Been with them for 11 years. They no longer have any reputable Tech Support: My income sites have been dead for days. Tech Suppt lies to me and does NOTHING.

HostGator attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 10, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Deborah,

We hate to hear you are having issues with support. We have asked an Escalations Manager to reach out and see how we can help.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Cameroon
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Nicholas K.
Unfollow Nicholas K.
Share Review
Report Review

HostGator is the best hosting company
September 10, 2021

HostGator is the best hosting company. I can testify in court.

Date of experience: September 10, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Nicholas,

Thank you for your awesome review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Ralph G.
Unfollow Ralph G.
Share Review
Report Review

I have used this service before and had good luck with it then. (2010). I have received offers in the mail and HostGator remembered me when I came back.

Date of experience: September 9, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Ralph,

We are happy to have you back. Thank you for your review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Portugal
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Luis Z.
Unfollow Luis Z.
Share Review
Report Review

Porque o treinamento que estou fazendo me aconselham

Date of experience: September 9, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hola luis

Gracias por su amable revisión.

DJ
Defensor del cliente en HostGator

Hey Luis,

Thank you for your kind review.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Juan B.
Unfollow Juan B.
Share Review
Report Review

I tried to setup my site with previous themes and the themes where t the same as I selected. It was very basic

HostGator attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 8, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Juan,

We would love to see how we can help. We have asked an Escalations Manager to reach out.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Australia
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
Follow Craig P.
Unfollow Craig P.
Share Review
Report Review

I clicked on the link that was on search engine results

Date of experience: September 8, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Craig,

We are pretty up there on the search results! Thank you for your kind review.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow DAVID X.
Unfollow DAVID X.
Share Review
Report Review

Recommended by someone a lot smarter than me at building websites!

Date of experience: September 8, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey David,

Thank you for your review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Bermuda
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Regina U.
Unfollow Regina U.
Share Review
Report Review

The guy on youtube mentioned you in his tutorial. Had never heard of you before then.

Date of experience: September 8, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Regina,

YouTube is a great place for recommendations. Thank you for your review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Pakistan
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Mohammad M.
Unfollow Mohammad M.
Share Review
Report Review

Very lazy people, I am still waiting for migration which is yet pending

HostGator attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 8, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Mohammad,

Migrations can take some time especially if you have a huge amount of content coming in. We have asked an Escalations Manager to reach out and see how we can help.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Libya
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Abdulmunem D.
Unfollow Abdulmunem D.
Share Review
Report Review

Hostgator the best that way I chose it and have a good service

Date of experience: September 8, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Abdulmunem,

Thank you for your awesome review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Farhood C.
Unfollow Farhood C.
Share Review
Report Review

Very helpful and honest company with great support team

Date of experience: September 8, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Farhood,

We just love to help! Thank you for your review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Germany
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Arelisa Y.
Unfollow Arelisa Y.
Share Review
Report Review

It was rated on many sites as a top host and the name was slightly familiar.

Date of experience: September 7, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Arelisa,

Thank you for choosing HostGator! We won't let you down.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Uruguay
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Laura M.
Unfollow Laura M.
Share Review
Report Review

Buenas noches, porque es excelente todo lo que ofrece

Date of experience: September 7, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hola Laura

Gracias por su amable revisión.

DJ
Defensor del cliente en HostGator

Hey Laura,

Thank you for your kind review.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Justin M.
Unfollow Justin M.
Share Review
Report Review

It was cheap and secure, now you allow malware and hacking and dont try to fix it - try to upsell to partners, host gator is letting me down.

HostGator attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: September 7, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Justin,

We don't just allow malware to happen. We take measures to protect the server. We have asked an Escalations Manager to reach out and assist.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Italy
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Carlos B.
Unfollow Carlos B.
Share Review
Report Review

El soporte personalizado a través de Tickets

Date of experience: September 7, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hola carlos

Creemos que cada interacción debe ser personalizada. Gracias por su amable revisión.

DJ
Defensor del cliente en HostGator

Hey Carlos,

We believe every interaction should be personalized. Thank you for your kind review.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

El Salvador
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Alberto C.
Unfollow Alberto C.
Share Review
Report Review

Comodo y de calidad, las personas lo recomiendan

Date of experience: September 7, 2021
New Zealand
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Dessi W.
Unfollow Dessi W.
Share Review
Report Review

Reviews and feedback
September 7, 2021

Reviews and feedback. Cleanliness of site. 24/7 chat.

Date of experience: September 7, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Dessi,

Thank you for your awesome review!

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator

Guatemala
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Javier E.
Unfollow Javier E.
Share Review
Report Review

Deplorable dns resolution service I buy a domain and they won't let me or manage them that is a scam and a fraud

Date of experience: September 6, 2021
DJ S. HostGator Rep
over a year old

Hey Javier,

We have asked an Escalations Manager to look into this to see what is going on.

DJ
Customer Advocate at HostGator