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| A good choice for intermediate users; green hosting and domain privacy are a plus, though data was slow on big files | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| HostPapa offers web hosting for $6.95 per month for twelve months and has no set-up or annual registration fees. This puts it in the median range for hosting plans, but has some compelling offerings that may make it worthwhile for some users. Included in the fee is free domain privacy, something we strongly recommend for users who have a personal site. HostPapa also calls itself a green host, meaning it uses 100% renewable energy. Those concerned with shrinking their carbon footprints should take note as this is one of the few hosts to offer it.
HostPapa is not a powerhouse in the stats department. See the chart below for details. For uptime, higher percentages are better. For all others, lower numbers indicate better performance. HostPapa test data:
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| Cheapest Price: | $4.95/mo 3 years |
| 1 Year Price: | $83.40/yr; $6.95/mo |
| $ Back Guarantee: | 30-day full refund, pro-rated after; $24.95 domain charge |
| Domain: | Free for life |
| Support: | Phone, Chat, Email |
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