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Hostinger's reputation is generally positive, with many customers praising its affordable hosting plans, user-friendly interface, and reliable uptime. The speed of service and effective migration processes are also frequently highlighted as strengths. However, concerns about customer service consistency, particularly in billing and finance, have emerged, with some customers reporting difficulties in obtaining refunds and a lack of cohesive support. While the live chat service is often commended for its responsiveness, there is a clear need for improved communication and streamlined support processes to enhance the overall customer experience.
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I am extremely disappointed with the support experience. My live business website has been facing a critical issue where the "Publish Changes" button is blocked, and I am unable to update my site.
It has now been more than 12 days, and despite multiple follow-ups, I keep receiving the same response:
"Your case is on high priority and our engineers are investigating."
There has been no fix, no timeline, and no clear explanation.
This is not a minor issue. My live business operations are being affected, and I am unable to make important updates to the site. The delay has caused both financial impact and mental stress.
What is most frustrating is:
Same repeated responses for 12+ days
No resolution despite "high priority" status
No option to speak to senior management
No concrete timeline or accountability
For a hosting company that promotes advanced technology and AI-driven services, this level of support for a critical business issue is unacceptable.
I hope the company takes this seriously, escalates the case to senior management, and provides an immediate resolution.
I want to share my real experience with Hostinger, so others can make an informed decision.
For the past several weeks, my website impixa.com has been unstable:
The site opens normally at first
After 10 minutes to a few hours, it starts showing ERR_CONNECTION_RESET / connection error
This happens again and again, across different browsers, ISPs, IPs, and locations
What Hostinger support did
Instead of investigating their server, Hostinger fully blamed my website.
Based strictly on their instructions, I:
Deleted ~40–50% of my website files and assets
Removed internal security files
Removed background processing logic
Removed custom logic related to limits, cookies, and internal workflows
Disabled IPv6 as advised
All of this caused real and permanent data loss.
Result
👉 The issue was NOT fixed.
This clearly proved the problem was not my website, but their hosting/server instability.
What happened next
When I pushed back and explained that:
The site works temporarily, then fails
The issue is time-based and intermittent, not client-side
Hostinger then:
Created misleading and incorrect cases
Reused old case IDs
Kept saying: "Our complaints/compliance team will email you"
They promised a response in 1–3 business days.
Current situation
Over 2 weeks have passed
No email
No written explanation
No compensation decision
My website is still broken
I already lost ~50% of my site due to their wrong guidance
I have:
Screenshots with timestamps
Chat history
Dear Khan,
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us. We always value customer feedback and will pass it along to the right teams.
If you need help with any situations, please contact our Customer Success Team at [email protected]. We're ready 24/7 to help.
Best wishes,
Gabriela from Hostinger
Hostinger.com — A Company Built on Early Billing and Zero Accountability
My experience with Hostinger has been nothing short of infuriating. Their customer service feels cold and dismissive, and the complete lack of phone support makes it nearly impossible to get real help when you need it. Everything is pushed through slow, impersonal chat responses that feel designed to keep customers at arm's length.
What really exposes their priorities is their renewal policy. Hostinger bills domain renewals an entire month before the actual expiration date, claiming it's for "protection." In reality, it cuts down the time customers have to transfer or cancel a domain before being charged again. It's a move that feels calculated, not accidental.
The whole setup gives the impression of a company that relies on friction and early charges rather than transparency or genuine support. Hostinger behaves like a service provider that's more interested in locking customers in than earning their loyalty.
If you're considering them, think twice. The policies and the lack of accountability speak louder than any marketing claims.
Hi, David,
Thanks for sharing your experience with us. Your feedback helps us find ways to improve and keep delivering reliable service.
Auto-renewal is enabled by default to make our customers' day-to-day easier, ensuring their services are renewed in time without interruptions. Be assured it can be disabled at any moment! We also notify our customers via email in advance so that they can plan accordingly.
We're conducting an internal investigation on your account, but please share any remaining important points with our specialists. We'll be happy to chat.
Best wishes,
Team Hostinger
I switched my domain over to Hostinger and have had nothing but problems and no help. The chat is all AI and keeps saying the same dumb thing and then is programed with the nerve to tell you that the chat with it is the best and most convenient option for you, as it politely tells you it will not help you. Then the website migration failed and I have not got any help with that the instructions they give you dont work. I am now out the money I have paid them and have to find another company. Hopefully one with actual people that work there. I am pretty sure Hostinger is skynet... YOU ARE WARNED.
Hello Jonathan,
We’re sorry to hear about your experience. While we do provide an AI assistant for quick answers, you can always ask Kodee to connect you with one of our specialists if the solutions don’t resolve your issue.
We’d love the chance to review what happened and make things right. Since we couldn’t locate your account with the information provided, please email us at [email protected] so we can look into this in detail and assist you directly.
Sincerely,
Benefi from Hostinger
If you checked your site after a week their servers get hibernated and the site load after 2 or 3 minutes or not at all. Their prices is very cheap but also resources are very limited to simple web site
Hello Martin,
We’d like to look into your services to understand what may be causing the slow loading times. Our hosting plans are designed to be affordable while providing reliable performance, but higher resource usage can affect load times for larger or more resource-intensive sites.
If you continue to experience issues, please reach out to our Customer Success team via Live Chat or email us at [email protected], and we’ll be happy to help.
Best wishes,
Benefi from Hostinger
I bought a service plan from Hostinger, paying about almost $60 a month. When I tried to log back in, I couldn't remember the email I had used, so I asked for the support from Hostinger. First, they asked me to fill out a form and attached some proof. Fine, I attached the receipt and then... silence. For about 10 days straight, I took initiative to ask about the issue status, they only reply the same script:"Please wait, our specialists are reviewing your case." And I waited another couple of days, nothing changed. Finally, I could not stand it any more and I asked for a refund. The genius Hostinger customer service told me, "Sure, please log in and request it." Can you believe it? The literally demanded me enter an account that I could not enter in the first place! That's insane! After weeks of pointless waiting and typing, roughly $250 service fee were gone, I would never ever use Hostinger again.
Hello Rachel,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. At this time, we're unable to locate your account with the information provided.
Could you please email us at [email protected]? Once we hear from you, we'll review the situation and see what we can do to help.
All the best,
Team Hostinger
I'm here jut to let you know to be careful with HOSTINGER, they take off my VPS with no reason after months as costumer, my VPS have just company websites and a Newspapper, maybe is a lottery to check the VPS but I was chosen, and all my services is down and when you try to get support, they told that need to escalate the problem and it was already more than an hour and I'm loosing my clients, so be careful when you choose HOSTINGER as your company if you have clients on your VPS, no way to access, no way to backup, totally locked without access, is a shame, really, so, BE CAREFUL WITH HOSTINGER.
Dear Joao,
At Hostinger, we're always working to improve our services, and feedback like yours helps us a lot. Thank you for sharing it.
The concerned teams received your review to investigate the situation, but don't hesitate to share any improvement suggestions via [email protected]. We'd love to learn how to upscale this partnership.
Best wishes,
Team Hostinger
Hostinger has billed my PayPal account 3 times in April 2025 when I have never done business with them and didn't know who they were until I researched them. They seem to have been able to log into my PayPal account and get permission to do it. PayPal/credit card company are investigating but I don't have hopes they will do a thorough job of it. I want my money refunded asap from this company. It happened twice on April 13 and again on the 24th of April 2025.
Dear Linda,
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us. We always value customer feedback and will pass it along to the right teams.
If you need help with any situations, please contact our Customer Success Team at [email protected]. We're ready 24/7 to help.
Best wishes,
Team Hostinger
I purchased a domain from Hostinger that included the name of a globally known trademark (Meta). At no point during the purchase process was I warned about the legal risks associated with using such names, even though this type of issue is foreseeable by the provider. After receiving a takedown request from the trademark owner, Hostinger refused to take responsibility, offer a refund, or provide an alternative domain — blaming me entirely for the issue. This lack of transparency, paired with the company's claim that consumer rights don't apply due to their location in Cyprus, is deeply concerning and legally questionable under Brazilian consumer protection laws, as the service was offered in Portuguese and charged in local currency. Hostinger should improve its compliance with local regulations and proactively warn or block customers from registering high-risk domains.
Dear Victor,
Listening to our customers is essential to us, so thank you for sharing your experience. We hope to make sure everything is clear.
Following our Terms of Service (https://www.hostinger.com/legal/universal-terms-of-service-agreement) and related policies, to which you agreed when purchasing our services, customers are required to have the legal right to use trademarks when registering a domain using them. Failure to do so can be considered abusive by our terms. The Brazilian legislation also protects trademarked names from unauthorized use and states that the individual using a service must be aware of the legal limitations - not being the company's responsability to warn them further than what our policies already disclaim.
As a consequence, and as more extensively explained in your Reclame Aqui complaint, it's not possible to issue a refund for the infringing domain. If you have any additional questions, please refer to our Terms of Service (https://www.hostinger.com/legal/universal-terms-of-service-agreement) and related policies.
Best wishes,
Team Hostinger
I am writing this review to share my deeply disappointing experience with Hostinger, in hopes of informing others and urging the company to reconsider its approach towards customer service and transparency. Account Suspension Without Clear Justification
My hosting account was abruptly suspended by Hostinger on allegations of phishing-related activities—a claim I firmly contest, as I have never engaged in any form of phishing or malicious behavior. Despite my repeated requests for a detailed explanation or concrete evidence to support this allegation, Hostinger's responses were vague and non-specific. I was not given any clear indication of what the alleged violation entailed, leaving me with nothing but general statements and no actionable information. Withheld Domains and Refusal to Facilitate Transfer
Beyond the suspension, Hostinger has withheld three domain names that I purchased and paid for in full, along with other related services. Despite my requests to transfer these domains to another registrar (e.g., alsmsar.com), Hostinger has refused to provide the necessary authorization codes (EPP codes) or any means to recover my domains. This decision has significantly impacted my ability to maintain an online presence and has resulted in operational and financial losses. Lack of Response from Higher Management
In an effort to resolve this issue, I escalated my concerns by directly contacting Hostinger's CEO, Mr. Daugirdas Jankus, and the Chairman, Mr. Arnas Stuopelis. Unfortunately, I received no response from either of them. Copies of the communications I sent to these executives are attached as part of my documentation. Their lack of response has only compounded my frustration and disappointment. Impact on My Business
The abrupt suspension of my account, coupled with the withholding of my domains and services, has caused significant disruptions to my business. I lost access to essential data and my websites, which has damaged my professional reputation and resulted in operational setbacks. I was more than willing to cooperate with any investigation or to take corrective measures if given a fair chance; however, Hostinger's decision was made unilaterally and without proper dialogue. Final Thoughts
I believe that every customer deserves clear communication and transparency, especially when serious actions like account suspension and service withdrawal are involved. My experience with Hostinger has been extremely unsatisfactory, and I would caution potential customers to carefully consider these issues before committing to their services. I sincerely hope that Hostinger will revisit its policies to ensure that cases like mine are handled with the fairness and professionalism that customers rightfully expect.
I share this review in the hope of encouraging positive change and better customer support practices within the web hosting industry.
Dear Uchiha,
Listening to our customers is essential to us, as our goal is to ensure everything is clear.
After investigating, we found that your account was permanently suspended due to abuse, as it hosted multiple phishing websites. As outlined in our Terms of Service (https://www.hostinger.com/universal-terms-of-service-agreement), which you agreed with when purchasing our services, in these cases, we cannot provide backups or allow the domains to be transfered for security reasons.
Our team hopes you understand the need for such actions to ensure a safe internet, but it's not possible to lift the suspension. We encourage you to check our Terms of Service and additional policies should you have further concerns about this situation.
Best wishes,
Team Hostinger
Your platform is significantly worse due to the unjustified suspension of my domains without any reason or explanation, despite them not violating any policies. For this reason, Hostinger remains one of the worst platforms for purchasing domains.
Hi there,
Thank you for sharing your concerns.
As a domain reseller, Hostinger must abide by the Registrar's (the organization that manages domains) rules, including our responsibility to monitor how our services are used. To learn more about this process, you can check our Domain Registrant Agreement (hostinger.com/domain-registrant-agreement) and related policies.
Our team hopes you understand the need for such actions to ensure a safe internet and invites you to contact our Customer Success Team if there are still questions regarding their explanation. We're here to listen.
Best,
Team Hostinger
Really disappointed by their auto-payment policy. Even my Auto-Renewal was off they charged full fee on resubscription and I had to pay tax on it too. The company is not taking responsibility and not refunding my FULL AMOUNT including tax.
I just want to know if a customer has an auto-renewal option off why do they initiate a payment? It's not my fault that tax and subscription fee is deducted from my account. I NEED MY FULL PAYMENT BACK!
Dear Hadyia,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us identify improvement opportunities so we can do our best to deliver a solid and reliable service.
We investigated this situation and noticed that auto-renewal was active in your account, and the hosting renewal was triggered. It is always possible to check the status and deactivate it inside the hPanel and, to make sure our customers have all the time needed to deactivate it if they don't wish to proceed with it, we also notifiy them in advance via email. If you have any further thoughts you'd like to share with us, don't hesitate to do so via [email protected]. After all, without our customers' feedback, we wouldn't be able to improve.
Best wishes,
Team Hostinger
Absolutely appalling company, unable to migrate my website. I keep having massive issue like Too Many Redirects and had to keep pointing the Nameservers back to my old hosting which I had to extend to keep my website running. Every time you have an issue, theres a new agent dealing with it, its just a mess. It's been 3 months and they're declining my refund even though they're incompetent to move a single website, and when you ask for the refund they flat out ignore the question. I was with A2 for 8 years but the problems I have with Hostinger the past 3 months are unreal. If you respect your websites, look for another company.
Hello there,
Our team prizes transparent communication with our customers, so thanks for sharing your questions and concerns with us.
We're conducting an internal investigation into this situation, but please share any remaining important points with us via [email protected]. We'll be happy to hear you!
Best regards,
Team Hostinger
Be careful using this company, They can and do suspend your website for not updating your plugins as well as blocking parts of their site to you and in spite they put you on a slow server making it impossible to do anything. This week I've had 2 websites suffer this very issue. I'm off to another hosting company. Hottinger deactivated all my plugins and removed them from my site, making my site dead. And 2 days ago they suspended another one of my websites because my plugins were not getting updated automatically.
Would you really want to trust a company like that with your website?
Dear Simon,
At Hostinger, we're constantly perfecting the services we offer, and our customer's feedback is our stepping stone. Thanks for sharing yours.
At Hostinger, we are committed to providing safe internet for all. Our Terms of Service (https://www.hostinger.com/legal/universal-terms-of-service-agreement) and related policies describe the account owner's responsibility to keep their websites up to date so as to avoid malware infections and other security risks. It also describes our procedures in such cases, as to ensure the communication is clear with all parts.
Our team hopes you understand the need for such actions and invites you to contact our Customer Success Team if you have any questions about their explanation. We're here to listen.
Best regards,
Team Hostinger
They have a 30 day money back guarantee, but when I asked for a refund they didn't refund £6.50 for registering a FREE domain (".co.uk").
Dear Andy,
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Although we're sorry that it didn't meet the standards we have established for ourselves, your input will help us improve as a service provider.
As the specialists explained, domains are not included in the 30-day money-back guarantee because they have special refund terms (as described in our Refund Policy: hostinger.com/refund-policy). It happens because Hostinger is a domain reseller who must abide by the Registrar's (organizations that register and manage domains) rules and deadlines.
However, we are investigating your account to find out the best to help you and ensure your satisfaction. Let our Customer Success Team know of any questions or queries - we're here for you.
Best wishes,
Team Hostinger
I had a terrible customer service experience with Hostinger. The customer service executive couldn't provide me with satisfactory answers, and when I asked for more details, they simply asked me to email them, saying their team would respond. I waited for six hours and still haven't received a reply.
Hello, Nishu,
We're sorry to hear about this, but thanks for sharing your thoughts with us. Be sure we'll forward your feedback to the responsible team.
All the best,
Gabriela
I paid for a domain registration and after the payment was made the domain wasn't registered and had "Reviewing" status. There wasn't any information about any kind of reviewing before I paid. I wrote to support and told to make a refund as I didn't want to wait for the completion of the review. Support told me they can make a refund only to my account balance because I paid via crypto. And I don't want it on my balance. It's my money and I want it where it came from - on my crypto wallet. So if you pay with crypto they just steal your money, they won't return it to your wallet if they refuse to provide you their services for some reason. Also they don't inform customers about domain names reviewing before customers make payments
Hello, Anais,
While it's heartbreaking to hear about your dissatisfaction, we thank you for sharing your voice. We aim to ensure everything's clear!
As a domain reseller, Hostinger must abide by the Registrar's (the organization that manages domains) rules, including our responsibility to monitor how our services are used. To learn more about this process, you can check our Domain Registrant Agreement (hostinger.com/domain-registrant-agreement).
Due to their volatile and transitory nature, refunds from payments made with cryptocurrency are only available to your Hoatinger Balance, as stated in our Refund Policy (hostinger.com/refund-policy). You also have the option of registering another.xyz domain with this value, so let our Customer Success Team know what's the best option for you, and we'll be happy to proceed with it.
All the best,
Team Hostinger
Customer service is a joke. The email system is extremely janky. I am now looking at other hosting providers.
Dear Paul,
We're truly sorry to hear about this situation. Your trust is paramount to us, so be sure we'll go above and beyond to earn it again.
We're investigating the case and will provide feedback to the involved teams. We invite you to share what improvement points you see via [email protected] — this way, we can work and give you the five-star experience you deserve!
Sincerely,
Gabriela
Their is absolutely no support at Hostinger! All of these reviews claiming that they have great support are down right lies! Just try to contact their support before you sign up! Dont be fooled by all of thses lies/ Clearly the people leaving the good reviews are either bots or employees of HOSTINGER
Hello, Angie,
We understand that your recent support experience might not match the reviews we receive, but rest assured they are all genuine. We value our customer's trust and follow every platform's rules to a T.
We'd love to learn more about your situation and how we can improve it — would you share your insights via [email protected]? Our team is ready to listen.
All the best,
Gabriela
I purchased hosting in January 2023. Migration was very quick. Hosting is fast (faster than two previous providers).
However, customer service sees you talking to numerous people as each reply is answered by another Hostinger employee and not all of them are as consistent or clued up as they might be.
The worst is the Finance Team and billing issues. Despite them agreeing the amount charged was incorrect they refused to refund the error. Instead, assuring me that it would be correct next time it was billed!
What was a good initial experience is now a bad one.
Be very careful about charges. Check and check again and take screenshots as Hostinger's Finance Team don't do refunds. Once they have your money its gone. I found out too late.
Hi, Jason,
Thank you for voicing your concerns. We treasure our customer's feedback, as your candidness is a valuable tool to our constant self-improvement process.
We aim to investigate this billing situation and clarify everything — for that, we invite you to write us more details on your account and the case via [email protected]. Count on us!
Kind regards,
Gabriela
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Hello Avinash,
We’re sorry for the inconvenience. We know the timing hasn’t been ideal, as your issue needs a deeper review from our team. We’re actively following up with the relevant engineers, and we’ll share a detailed update as soon as we have more information to provide.
Sincerely,
Team Hostinger