FAQs
How much does HostGator cost?
HostGator offers up a range of products and services, which meet the needs of a wide-ranging, cross-section of users, and with prices varying depending on promotions & the length of your plan. There are currently several different plan options: the Hatchling Plan is the most basic, covering one site, and costs $2.75 per month.
The Baby Plan is recommended for multiple sites and comes in at $3.50 per month. Next up, the Business Plan, which includes extra storage, security & backup features, will cost $5.25 per month. If you want to opt for faster speeds & processing, there is also the Pro plan for $13.95 per month.
What type of web hosting will I need?
You’ll need to think carefully about the sort of web hosting package you think you’ll need before committing to a package. However, HostGator offers a range of plans suited to all kinds of individual or business requirements. Beginner and smaller-sized sites will work perfectly well within a shared hosting environment, while larger sites might be better suited to VPS or dedicated hosting packages.
Can I transfer an existing domain to HostGator?
Yes, it's very straightforward to transfer your domain to HostGator. The company provides a complete online guide to the process, which highlights a checklist of things you’ll need to do in order to get the job completed.
Can I cancel my HostGator plan?
As with any web hosting provider, you’ll need to check the terms and conditions of any package, but you should find that HostGator offers the ability to cancel via its website, as long as this is done within 45 days from purchase. You’ll need to double check with the HostGator website. However, HostGator also has a live chat system that can assist you with any billing or contract queries.
HostGator Saving tips
Choose the right plan
Although more advanced plans might be enticing, you may find you don't need all of the features on offer from more costly options. For example, if you're only managing one site, you'll be able to get by on the Hatchling plan, saving you significant costs each month.
Get a free domain when you join
New web customers will get a a free HostGator domain for one year when first signing up, helping you save on start-up costs. These domains can sometimes even include .com domains, although these tend to be less common.
Refer a friend
Help your friends start their web hosting journey with the Refer a Friend program. Each friend you refer will receive a 65% discount on a membership plan and you'll 50$ in credit.
Join the newsletter
Another way to keep tabs on any new discounts or coupon offers is to sign up for the HostGator newsletter, which frequently delivers special access to any new deals that may be available.
How to use HostGator coupons
- Take a look through the latest HostGator coupon codes above and find one that you want to use.
- Once you’ve chosen a code, click "Get Code" to reveal it in a new tab and copy it for later.
- Head to your previous tab, which will now have loaded the HostGator website, and choose your plan.
- You'll be taken through to the domain selection screen, then the checkout screen.
- Here, want to find the box marked "Coupon code" and paste in your code.
- Click "Apply" and your order total should be amended to include your savings.
How we source coupon codes
Whether it's through our affiliate networks, the depths of the world wide web, or our connections with big name brands, here at TechRadar we use every tool at our disposal to source the latest codes. Our coupons team updates each of our pages multiple times a week with the most recent deals, including exclusive coupons negotiated by our Commercial team. We also include the latest sales info directly from retailers to offer the most up-to-date discounts around.
How we test coupon codes
Each coupon you find on TechRadar has been tested before being uploaded by our dedicated Deals & Offers teams. You’ll see a range of offers, from free shipping to student discounts, with savings available on all kinds of products & services. To make sure every coupon is ready to use, we don’t list any user-specific or one-time codes.
We also include all relevant information about coupons, such as expiry dates and any terms & conditions, near the ‘Get Code’ button. You can see the details for an individual offer by clicking on the ‘Terms & Conditions’ text below the code and expanding the code area.
What to do if a coupon code doesn’t work
Although we do our best to ensure all listed codes are tried & tested, sometimes coupons expire or terms & conditions are changed before we can update pages. Our team works hard to make sure our coupons are active and work as intended, and should you encounter an issue when using one, we’ll work just as hard to help.
The best place to start is by checking the requirements. Click “View terms and conditions” to expand the code section and see any guidance on your chosen coupon. For example, you may need to meet a minimum spend, add other items to your basket to qualify for a multibuy offer, or confirm that your chosen code applies to the items in your basket (i.e. 10% off laptops).
If you’re still having issues using your code, you can email our customer service team on coupons.techradar@futurenet.com. Include as many details as possible - such as which code you used and which coupon page it’s listed on so our team can address your issue as fast as possible.
How we make money
When it comes to coupons, TechRadar earns money via a commission-based model. For every brand we have a coupon page for, we’ve negotiated a deal that means we earn a percentage of total basket value in commission back from every order.
Using this model means we can offer our coupons to our customers free of charge. You won’t pay any fees to add your chosen coupon to your basket - you’ll simply pay the final order total once your discount has been applied.
If you want to find out more about TechRadar’s coupons pages, you can visit our dedicated page on How We Source Coupon Codes and How to Use Them for more information.
