1and1 hosting leave them or stay with them

baronig · 05-07-2009, 09:00 PM

My web hosting is with 1and1.I am happy so far but when I compare with other hosting companies they are far behind when it comes to adding scripts,wordpress automation, ftp accounts (limitation 10max),...
do I add another hosting or just move everything to new one(hostgator maybe.)right now I am paying 5$ for 1and1.

michael_nguyen · 05-07-2009, 09:02 PM

1and1 is ****e for hosting. get hosting that offers unlimited domain, mysql etc
hostgator or hostmoster, go for hostgator as everyone says the customer service is quicker

baronig · 05-07-2009, 09:10 PM

do I move everything there?I have 4 domain with them and one busy database hosted there.

BlueSquares · 05-07-2009, 09:11 PM

Lose 'em. They're only good for lifetime privacy domains.

malfumos · 05-07-2009, 09:11 PM

Yes, hostgator.com is best because it has lots of features when you seek for support.

TanB · 05-07-2009, 09:21 PM

I was with 1and1 and got away from them, because they did not allow me to install a few custom scripts (one of them being helpdesk script Cerbeus). A few days ago, a friend of mine stopped using 1and1 only because they asked him $10.00 additional to back up his databases (!).

I have heard that hostgator is good, but I had an unpleasant experience with them: they had an offer for the first month, which they did not honored; after fighting for a couple of days with them, I closed my account and I am not going back to them.

On the other side: for me, HostMonster is a very good hosting company; their help desk is very useful: they even help me to install scripts that was very difficult to install, in terms of requirements: the script needed some php extensions that were not "allowed" to install, although, HostMonster tech support guided me step by step to get that accomplished.

Hope this helps

TanB

amotivatedmom · 05-07-2009, 09:28 PM

I ahve been with 1&1 for several years and haven't had any issues, anything minor their tech people solved for me or walked me through it. However I do agree there is a frustration with them that they aren' t up to speed in some areas. Like I had a bear of a time loading my WP blog. They have mysql and if you don't understand how to set it up it can be frustrating. They offer word press but the capabilities are so limited you are better off uploading it yourself. They are working on adding new features and since I have 32 domains with them I cannot see transfering them. I do have one site hosted on hostgator and I find just getting to the sign in screen stressful, hate it. I move all my other domains over to 1&1.

amotivatedmom · 05-07-2009, 09:31 PM

I had php issues with 1&1 and their tech guy walked me through it and every thing is fine. Phone support couldn't help but the email support was right on point. I created a new .htaccess file with the new code and uploaded it and everything worked fine.

Jeff Henshaw · 05-07-2009, 09:36 PM

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do I move everything there?I have 4 domain with them and one busy database hosted there.

You should already have back ups of every website that you have with them, as well as a back up of your MySql database. If you don't have these back ups make them now and test that the back ups work (that's to ensure that nothing has been corrupted).

Do the above NOW and before you do anything else. If you already have back ups, again, test then to ensure that no files are corrupt.

Only then open a new hosting account and transfer your files. Point your DNS (domain name servers) for each domain to your new host (I hope that they are not registered with your existing host) and once they have propagated and you see your websites appearing on your new host, terminate your contract with your original web host provider.

I hope that this helps.

Jeff Henshaw.

Traffic-Bug · 05-07-2009, 11:29 PM

1&1 has awresome interface when it comes to managing your domains, databases, and content. It is the simplest and most efficient interface I have ever seen, but they charge higher than competitors.

digitalstorm · 05-07-2009, 11:33 PM

What I like about them is that they are great for domain names & private domain registration is included for only $6.99 the first year ($8.99 2nd year and beyond) you can't beat that!

Robert

archivefive · 05-08-2009, 12:09 AM

1and1 has a unique interface. It's unusual and quirky, and makes migrating to a different host difficult. I moved from 1and1 to Hostgator over a year ago, and have been very happy with Hostgator. Use a host like Hostgator which offers cpanel and fantastico. If you move hosts again, it will be easier to find another cpanel/fantastico host.

baronig · 05-08-2009, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeff Henshaw

You should already have back ups of every website that you have with them, as well as a back up of your MySql database. If you don't have these back ups make them now and test that the back ups work (that's to ensure that nothing has been corrupted).
Jeff Henshaw.

I do backup my files once in a while databases sql.How do i test if it works?copy paste sql code in wamp/xamp localhost server?
Thanks

Ghostinthemachine · 05-08-2009, 11:52 AM

1and1 tech support is very good, but they are unique- quite unique... not too sure if that is good for a newbie with a bunch of questions.

I did have a close friend tell me that he lost his domain when trying to transfer from 1and1 to another domain.

Jeff Henshaw · 05-08-2009, 05:04 PM

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I do backup my files once in a while databases sql.How do i test if it works?copy paste sql code in wamp/xamp localhost server?
Thanks

Well I have to admit that even though I have a masters degree in computing, where I specialised in database design and implementation (some years ago now), I outsource the management of all of my databases.

Web sites can be re-written, but if you lose your databases, then you have lost all of your client/customer details, as you are very aware, I'm sure.

I have a trusted person who lives about 10 miles away from me (and charges reasonable rates) to store and test all of my database backups. I keep an off line copy myself too (just to be on the safe side). I rely on an email from him to confirm that each back up is functional.

I am sorry that I can't advise you on testing or restoring sql databases (fortunately to date, I have never had to restore), but I have included some links below, which might help. You could of course, open a new thread on the forum with a topic seeking the best methods of testing and restoring sql databases:

Backup and Restore of MySql database with phpMyAdmin

MySQL :: MySQL 6.0 Reference Manual :: 6.3 Using MySQL Backup

How can I Backup and Restore a MySQL database?

I wish you every success.

Regards,
Jeff Henshaw.

cypherslock · 05-08-2009, 10:36 PM

Another host I highly recommend is HASTYHOST - affordable web hosting | shared, reseller, and vps. Been with them since last year, have a reseller account and support is fast (as in within the hour) and thorough. No down time either. And if they upgrade they tell you. And should you need an extra few days to pay an invoice, its no problem either. Great great host!

05-07-2009, 09:00 PM	#1
baronig HyperActive Warrior Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Montreal, Canada Posts: 118 Thanks: 14 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	1and1 hosting leave them or stay with them My web hosting is with 1and1.I am happy so far but when I compare with other hosting companies they are far behind when it comes to adding scripts,wordpress automation, ftp accounts (limitation 10max),... do I add another hosting or just move everything to new one(hostgator maybe.)right now I am paying 5$ for 1and1.
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baronig HyperActive Warrior Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Montreal, Canada Posts: 118 Thanks: 14 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: 1and1 hosting leave them or stay with them do I move everything there?I have 4 domain with them and one busy database hosted there.
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BlueSquares Senior Warrior Member War Room Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 1,822 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 105 Thanked 377 Times in 167 Posts	Re: 1and1 hosting leave them or stay with them Lose 'em. They're only good for lifetime privacy domains.
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malfumos HyperActive Warrior Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 132 Thanks: 7 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: 1and1 hosting leave them or stay with them Yes, hostgator.com is best because it has lots of features when you seek for support.

05-07-2009, 09:21 PM	#6
TanB HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Toronto, ON, Canada. Posts: 135 Thanks: 10 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: 1and1 hosting leave them or stay with them I was with 1and1 and got away from them, because they did not allow me to install a few custom scripts (one of them being helpdesk script Cerbeus). A few days ago, a friend of mine stopped using 1and1 only because they asked him $10.00 additional to back up his databases (!). I have heard that hostgator is good, but I had an unpleasant experience with them: they had an offer for the first month, which they did not honored; after fighting for a couple of days with them, I closed my account and I am not going back to them. On the other side: for me, HostMonster is a very good hosting company; their help desk is very useful: they even help me to install scripts that was very difficult to install, in terms of requirements: the script needed some php extensions that were not "allowed" to install, although, HostMonster tech support guided me step by step to get that accomplished. Hope this helps TanB
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05-07-2009, 09:28 PM	#7
amotivatedmom Greek Marketing Princess Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: LaGrange,NY USA. Posts: 32 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: 1and1 hosting leave them or stay with them I ahve been with 1&1 for several years and haven't had any issues, anything minor their tech people solved for me or walked me through it. However I do agree there is a frustration with them that they aren' t up to speed in some areas. Like I had a bear of a time loading my WP blog. They have mysql and if you don't understand how to set it up it can be frustrating. They offer word press but the capabilities are so limited you are better off uploading it yourself. They are working on adding new features and since I have 32 domains with them I cannot see transfering them. I do have one site hosted on hostgator and I find just getting to the sign in screen stressful, hate it. I move all my other domains over to 1&1.
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05-07-2009, 09:31 PM	#8
amotivatedmom Greek Marketing Princess Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: LaGrange,NY USA. Posts: 32 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: 1and1 hosting leave them or stay with them I had php issues with 1&1 and their tech guy walked me through it and every thing is fine. Phone support couldn't help but the email support was right on point. I created a new .htaccess file with the new code and uploaded it and everything worked fine.
	BJ Cephas

05-07-2009, 11:29 PM	#10
Traffic-Bug Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Oregon Posts: 929 Thanks: 0 Thanked 44 Times in 39 Posts Social Networking	Re: 1and1 hosting leave them or stay with them 1&1 has awresome interface when it comes to managing your domains, databases, and content. It is the simplest and most efficient interface I have ever seen, but they charge higher than competitors.

05-07-2009, 11:33 PM	#11
digitalstorm Active Warrior Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Minnesota, USA. Posts: 33 Thanks: 2 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: 1and1 hosting leave them or stay with them What I like about them is that they are great for domain names & private domain registration is included for only $6.99 the first year ($8.99 2nd year and beyond) you can't beat that! Robert

05-08-2009, 12:09 AM	#12
archivefive Active Warrior Join Date: May 2008 Location: , , . Posts: 45 Thanks: 18 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: 1and1 hosting leave them or stay with them 1and1 has a unique interface. It's unusual and quirky, and makes migrating to a different host difficult. I moved from 1and1 to Hostgator over a year ago, and have been very happy with Hostgator. Use a host like Hostgator which offers cpanel and fantastico. If you move hosts again, it will be easier to find another cpanel/fantastico host.

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Ghostinthemachine Warrior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 17 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: 1and1 hosting leave them or stay with them 1and1 tech support is very good, but they are unique- quite unique... not too sure if that is good for a newbie with a bunch of questions. I did have a close friend tell me that he lost his domain when trying to transfer from 1and1 to another domain.

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