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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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The new look is absolutely confusing to navigate. I prefer the old site better. Sorry, but this new format stinks

Date of experience: February 28, 2024
Saudi Arabia
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The admin team support and their response time is very poor

Date of experience: February 28, 2024
AE
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Getting to the mail takes a long time and too many tabs to be closed later.

Date of experience: February 28, 2024
Jordan
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There is a problem with the SiteLock subscription on the website, and it is taking an extended period to resolve.

Date of experience: February 28, 2024
Portugal
1 review
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I have been contacted your team, for 5 times, to help me to resolve the issue about the domain authentication in my mailerlite and I it's still not done.

Date of experience: February 28, 2024
GB
1 review
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HostGator appears to be straight forward and there are no catches

Date of experience: February 28, 2024
Turkiye
1 review
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It was a coincidence
February 28, 2024

It was a coincidence. The question is: Why did I stay? Because of the good communication and great support- reliability. I hope you keep it up that way.

Date of experience: February 28, 2024
Nigeria
1 review
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I want to unlock my Domain (www.flexwelluniverse.com), I have been sent the domain authorization code, but my domain is still locked as i can't still transfer it.

Can you help unlock the domain?

Date of experience: February 28, 2024
Australia
1 review
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Not bad, you guys should work on your call centre a bit more.

Date of experience: February 28, 2024
New Jersey
2 reviews
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I have been unsuccessful in seeking out assistance to help me resolve my issue. I need to sign in and edit my page and cannot do so.

Date of experience: February 27, 2024
Florida
1 review
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With the new updates it takes more time reaching to where I want and doing what I want

Date of experience: February 27, 2024
Colorado
1 review
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Been with you 10 years on this account
February 28, 2024

Been with you 10 years on this account - and 8 years before than on a previous account!

Date of experience: February 27, 2024
New Jersey
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Affordable but the upsell reminders are very annoying. Especially after I've declined it over 30 times already.

Date of experience: February 27, 2024
Virginia
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I clicked an a link in an email from you about updating PHP in Wordpress. It took me to a page with information, but also opened a Chat window. I don't want to Chat and there is no way to close the Chat window. I ignored it while I did other things and received several Chat messages from you that I wasn't responding. Eventually you did give up and close the chat session, but the Chat window is still there and overlaying information that I want to read.
Then I logged in to Hostgator in a new window and the Chat panel is there again, with no way to close it.

Date of experience: February 27, 2024
Florida
1 review
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Previous experience with another website I managed

Date of experience: February 27, 2024
Colombia
1 review
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It was the best option 10 years ago, now it sucks. My server was attacked and you did nothing but to recommend sitelock and they charge 1.200 usd

Date of experience: February 27, 2024
Michigan
2 reviews
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Bad service and notices for websites. Mine isn't working and I just paid you.

Date of experience: February 27, 2024
Canada
1 review
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You've increased your pricing to a ridiculous point.

Date of experience: February 27, 2024
Rhode Island
1 review
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Have been using Hostgator for many years. I have always had a great experience with the company. Customer service is top notch and you get a lot for your money.

Date of experience: February 27, 2024
Ohio
1 review
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I've been with HostGator on and off for over 20 years, utilizing shared servers. However, the last 5 or so has been an absolute headache. The latest is due to an outdated MySQL version which I need for my WordPress website plugins. I'm told that I must change to VPS or Dedicated Plan (which is out of my price range) or just not use those plugins. I'm going to have to seek another hosting service at this point as I cannot wait to see when HG ever gets around to upgrading.

Date of experience: February 27, 2024