HostGator pricing in 2026
HostGator starts at $3.75/mo on the Hatchling plan, paid upfront for 36 months. After the intro term it renews at $10.99/mo, about 2.9 times as much. Here's what you'll actually pay over one and three years, what's included, and the extra costs to watch.
Prices checked October 2026 in US dollars, before tax · Read our full HostGator review
What you'll pay
| Starting price | $3.75/mo · paid upfront for 36 months |
|---|---|
| Renewal price | Renews at $10.99/mo |
| Month to month | Not published |
| Due at checkout | $135 · before tax |
| First year | $45.00 |
| Three years (estimate) | $135 |
| Money-back guarantee | 30 days |
Year-one and three-year figures use the intro price for the first term and the renewal price after that, for the entry plan. Add-ons and taxes are extra.
What the Hatchling plan includes
10 sites, 10 GB storage, plus:
- Free domain for the first year
- Cloudflare CDN
- Free SSL
- WordPress staging and free migration tool
- Courtesy backups
- Host up to 10 sites
Extra costs to watch
- Intro price needs a 36-month prepay
- Non-refundable domain fee if you cancel in year one
- Backups aren't guaranteed, so you may want a paid backup add-on
See HostGator's current prices
Plans change often, and the host may be running a sale. 30-day money-back guarantee.
How to pay less for HostGator
- The intro price needs a 36-month prepay. A shorter term costs more per month but less upfront, so pick the term you'll really stay for.
- The price jumps at renewal. Set a reminder before your term ends, then ask HostGator for a renewal discount or compare other hosts.
- Start with the entry Hatchling plan. You can upgrade later without moving your site.
- Use the money-back window (30 days) to test speed and support before you're committed.
Is HostGator worth the price?
Cheap and familiar, with room for 10 sites and malware removal included, but slower than most and backups aren't guaranteed. It scores 7.4 out of 10 for value in our ratings, which judge price at renewal, and 7.2 overall.
It's best for beginners who want cheap, familiar cPanel hosting and can lock in a long term. Skip it if you need guaranteed backups or top speed.
Cheaper alternatives to HostGator
These hosts cost less over three years and still score well.
Questions people ask
How much does HostGator cost per month?
HostGator starts at $3.75/mo on the Hatchling plan, paid upfront for 36 months. After the intro term it renews at $10.99/mo, about 2.9 times as much. Prices checked October 2026.
Does HostGator raise prices at renewal?
After the intro term it renews at $10.99/mo, about 2.9 times as much.
Does HostGator have a money-back guarantee or free trial?
Yes. HostGator offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you got a free domain, a non-refundable domain fee applies when you cancel in the first year.
What does HostGator cost over three years?
About $135 on the entry plan, based on the intro price for the first term and the renewal price after that. Taxes and add-ons are extra.