HostGator offers shared, VPS, and dedicated hosting, with unlimited domains on some tiers. That helps an organization running separate sites for programs, campaigns, or branches that wants them under one account.
Key features
- Unlimited domains: on some shared plans.
- One-click WordPress and cPanel: widely documented online.
- Free SSL and a site builder: included.
- 45-day money-back guarantee: longer than usual.
- VPS and dedicated servers: for growth.
Pricing
Shared hosting usually starts around $2 to $4 a month on a long introductory term and often renews at $8 to $13 a month. VPS and dedicated cost much more.
Prices change over time. Figures above are based on HostGator’s own pricing page.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Unlimited domains for several program sites | Renewal is much higher than the promo |
| Longer refund window to evaluate | Performance can drop with many sites on one plan |
| Familiar, well-documented cPanel | Checkout upsells |
HostGator vs Hostinger
Hostinger, also covered on elathar, is usually simpler and cheaper for one site. HostGator fits when you run several program sites.
Who HostGator is for
Organizations running separate sites for programs, campaigns, or branches that want them hosted under one account.
Who should skip it
Skip it if you have one small site and no plans to add more.
How to get started
Read the fine print on unlimited domains (resource limits per site) before consolidating many sites on one plan.
FAQ
Does unlimited domains mean no limits at all?
No, sites share server resources, so a high-traffic site can affect the others.
Can we migrate our current site?
Yes, migration help is offered. Take your own backup first.
Disclosure: elathar may earn a commission if you sign up for HostGator through the links in this article. This does not change what you pay, and it does not influence which tools we choose to cover.
