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Hi, how many of you have had experience with this company?

I am thinking of choosing them as a web host for my online store, so they need to be top notch. I might just go with GoDaddy's hosting plans.

But if the reviews are good, then I'll buy some Bluehost hosting.

Thanks.
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  • Let me google that for you

    Also try "Bluehost sucks" and "GoDaddy hosting sucks", and then sign up with Hostgator.
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    • I recommend HostGator and Dreamhost. Just Google GoDaddy and I'm sure you'll quickly learn a whole new range of swearwords and profanities.
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    Thinking of going with HostGator.

    Is their customer support service any good at all?
  • Yes. HostGator is the best hosting provider!
  • I've used Bluehost for a good two yeas now, and am VERY happy with their service, and recommend them highly, they ARE top notch.
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      Are they secure?

      A lot of other reviews are saying they aren't the best hosting company...
  • I go for godadddy hosting, it is working great today, unlike before.
  • Hostgator has Really REALLY good customer support. I basically learned how to install and develop a Wordpress site because of Hostgator support. You have to be patient because their responses take anywhere from 1-5 mins but it is the correct information.
  • I have Hostgator AND Bluehost accounts, so I feel I'm qualified to give you a relatively unbiased opinion.

    For me, Hostgator has better uptime and support, and Bluehost has better facilities to prevent your account from being temporarily disabled if you exceed CPU limits.
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    Ok, thanks everybody for the replies.

    Think I've decided that I'll stick with HostGator!
  • Great choice going with HostGator. You saved yourself many headaches by not using godaddy.
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      I currently use them for a domain name. Never actually been on much so can't comment on them very much, But I'd heard their hosting is terrible.
  • You can google just about anything and add "sucks" on the end and you'll find bad reviews. Almost all the cheap hosting companies are decent, but some lack in features and server response rate. Just don't go with GoDaddy imo, they have security issues.
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    What plan should I choose?

    I'm thinking the baby plan because it suits my eCommerce needs.
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    • The baby plan is fine for most people. Good decision to go with Hostgator!
    • Take baby plan over hatchling if you want to use multiple domains or dedicated IP. Otherwise there is no difference.
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    • If you require add-on domains then yes go with the Baby plan. If you need a dedicated IP address for private SSL you can either add one to the Baby plan or go for the Business Plan which comes with a dedicated IP address and also a toll free phone #.
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  • I too am very happy with Bluehost, I have hosting with other 'cheaper' companies and bluehost runs rings around them.
  • Domain Hoster: GoDaddy
    Web Hoster: HostGator
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  • I used Bluehost for a while and found them to be a quality, reliable service BUT if I had any questions, they just didn't really answer them. I found myself asking Hostgator my questions and they answered them even though I was not a customer. I am now with HG and really happy.
  • I'm not a techie by any means but have only used Bluehost - so far so good. Easy to navigate and seems ok to me...

    But I'm sure any of the established brands will give you that aswel.
  • In most cases, people who have used these 3 web hosts haven't used anything but them, so they don't know what a well performing environment is like.

    All three of these web hosts are NOTORIOUS for overloading their environments, and BLueHost is no exception.

    I did watch the "review video" above, and coincidentally that user had BlueHost affiliate links all over the place, which leads me to believe that's why they're getting a good review, and even posted his affiliate link in the thread.

    My advice to you: If it's on a "top 10" list, find another company. 99.9% of the time they are on that top 10 list because of their affiliate payout, not quality of service.
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    • This +100

      I will match any Web Hosting deal for fellow warrior forum members. US and AU Servers.
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  • I had bluehost and never had a problem with them, loved it. Just didn't like how I had to pay for a full year in advance.
  • It's not the best option in my opinion, I think Hostgator is a better way to go. I never had any issues with them and the customer service is always top notch.
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    • As far as hosting is concerned I really have to recommend EZP.net

      Small canadian hosting company, but really awesome guys who run it. So reliable.

      They are particularly good if you want to run any adult sites. No questions asked.
  • I'm a webdeveloper and I work with many hosting companies for my clients, for more then 7 years, so I may say I have some experience and encountered many problems.
    If there is one company I wouldn't recommend is 1 and 1.

    Good hosts are many, but for my own websites I chose HostGator - awesome support.
  • I use bluehost for some of my sites. Usually when I use wordpress because they have a nice plugin you can use that makes things easier. I've never had any issues with them. As with every big company not just in the hosting niche you will find bad reviews because most people who give reviews are mad. The happy ones usually don't, but that doesn't mean you will have bad experiences.
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  • Bluehost is actually a good hosting service. I have been using them since a very long time and I am very satisfied with them.
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    • I've used both and they are equally fantastic.

      I'd say the support on Bluehost is better.

      Edit: both being Bluehost and Hostgator.
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  • Yeah, Bluehost is great. I've had to call their customer service several times and each time they were extremely helpful.

    Value for money - incredible!
  • BlueHost has got a great reputation. The same is true with HostMonster as well. HostGator of course continues to be a leader.
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    Hi, how many of you have had experience with this company? I am thinking of choosing them as a web host for my online store, so they need to be top notch. I might just go with GoDaddy's hosting plans.