// host review · prices checked November 2026
Hostinger review: plans, real prices & who it's for
OUR VERDICT
Budget shared and cloud hosting with data centers on four continents and a custom hPanel dashboard. Very low intro prices, but one of the largest renewal jumps in the market.
BEST FOR
Beginners and small sites outside the US that want a nearby server on a small budget.
NOT IDEAL FOR
Intro prices require long prepaid terms; renewals are roughly 3-5x the advertised rate.
Hostinger pros and cons
PROS
- 30-day money-back guarantee.
- Data centers in 5 regions, so you can host close to your visitors.
- Daily backups included on some plans.
- Free domain included for the first year on most plans.
CONS
- Entry plan renews 268% higher ($2.99 → $10.99/mo).
- The advertised price requires prepaying 48 months.
- No phone support.
Hostinger plans and limits
| Plan | Type | Sites | Storage | Best price | Renews | 3-yr cost | Visits/mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium Web Hosting re-check | Shared hosting | 3 | 20 GB | $2.99 | $10.99 | $108 | ~25k |
| Business Web Hosting re-check | Shared hosting | 50 | 50 GB | $4.49 | $16.99 | $312 | ~100k |
| Cloud Startup re-check | Managed cloud | 100 | 100 GB | $7.99 | $25.99 | $288 | ~200k |
Visits/mo: the host's published allowance where one exists, otherwise our estimate. Methodology.
Is Hostinger worth it?
Hostinger's cheapest plan costs $2.99/mo on a 48-month term and renews at $10.99/mo (268% more). Over three years that's $108, an average of $2.99/mo. Budget for the renewal price, not the banner price.
Budget shared and cloud hosting with data centers on four continents and a custom hPanel dashboard. Very low intro prices, but one of the largest renewal jumps in the market.
Its data centers cover North America, Europe, the UK, Asia, South America. Pick the location closest to your audience at checkout.
Hostinger alternatives
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How to tell if a site is hosted on Hostinger
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Hostinger FAQ
Does Hostinger offer monthly billing?
Our database only lists Hostinger's prepaid terms. The advertised $2.99/mo requires paying 48 months upfront. Check Hostinger's checkout for a monthly option, which usually costs more.
Does Hostinger raise prices on renewal?
Yes. Premium Web Hosting starts at $2.99/mo and renews at $10.99/mo, a 268% increase. Over 3 years that plan costs $108 in total.
How much traffic can Hostinger handle?
Premium Web Hosting: about 25k visits/month; Business Web Hosting: about 100k visits/month; Cloud Startup: about 200k visits/month. Figures are the host's published allowance where available, otherwise our estimate.
Where are Hostinger's data centers?
Hostinger has servers in North America, Europe, the UK, Asia, South America.
Does Hostinger have a money-back guarantee?
Yes, 30 days.