HostPapa Web Hosting — Affordable, Eco-Friendly Hosting for Your Website
HostPapa
GREEN, RELIABLE WEB HOSTING

Get your website online without the steep learning curve — or the price tag.

HostPapa pairs beginner-friendly setup with real 24/7 support, a free domain, and hosting that’s carbon-neutral by design. Built for small businesses, bloggers, and first-time site owners.

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Starter shared hosting from

$2.95/mo*
  • Free domain for the first year
  • Free SSL certificate
  • One-click WordPress install
  • 24/7 support by phone, chat & ticket

*Introductory rate on a longer-term plan. Confirm current pricing and term length on HostPapa before checkout.

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PLANS

Shared hosting plans for every stage

All plans run on NVMe SSD storage with cPanel, and include a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Starter

$2.95/mo*

A solid entry point for a single website — a portfolio, small blog, or landing page.

  • 1 website
  • 100 GB SSD storage
  • Free domain & SSL
  • 1 email account
Choose Starter

Business

$5.95/mo*

Our most popular tier — built for small businesses running more than one site.

  • Unlimited websites
  • Unlimited SSD storage
  • Free domain & SSL
  • Unlimited email accounts
  • Free website migration
Choose Business

Business Pro

$6.95/mo*

Extra performance and security headroom for growing or eCommerce sites.

  • Unlimited websites
  • Unlimited SSD storage
  • Free dedicated IP
  • Enhanced malware protection
Choose Business Pro

*Prices shown are typical introductory rates on longer-term plans and can change. Always confirm current pricing and renewal terms directly on HostPapa’s site before purchasing.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Everything you need to launch, minus the guesswork

HostPapa handles the technical groundwork so you can focus on the site itself.

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1-click WordPress install

Spin up WordPress in a few clicks, with staging tools available on higher tiers for testing changes safely.

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NVMe SSD storage

Faster read/write speeds than traditional hard drives, which helps pages load quicker for visitors.

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24/7 human support

Reach a real person by phone, live chat, or support ticket any time you get stuck.

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Automatic backups

Scheduled backups mean you’re not starting from zero if something on your site goes wrong.

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Free SSL & security tools

Every plan includes a free SSL certificate, with additional malware scanning on higher tiers.

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cPanel control panel

Manage files, databases, email, and backups from one familiar dashboard.

Hosting that doesn’t cost the planet, either

HostPapa is a Canadian-owned host that offsets its data center energy use, making it one of the more environmentally conscious options if that factors into your decision.

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GETTING STARTED

From sign-up to live site in one afternoon

1

Pick a plan

Choose the tier that matches how many sites you’re running.

2

Claim your domain

Register a new domain or point an existing one to your new hosting.

3

Install your site

Use the 1-click installer for WordPress, or upload files directly via cPanel.

4

Go live

Your SSL certificate activates automatically, and your site is ready to share.

“I moved my small business site over during a slow weekend, and support walked me through the DNS change on live chat. Been stable ever since.”

— Small business owner, shared hosting customer
FAQ

Common questions about HostPapa

Answers to what people typically ask before signing up.

Is HostPapa good for beginners?
Yes — the control panel, 1-click WordPress installer, and 24/7 support are aimed at people setting up their first website. You don’t need prior server or hosting experience to get a basic site running.
Do introductory prices go up at renewal?
Like most hosting providers, HostPapa’s advertised rates are introductory pricing tied to a longer initial term (often 12–36 months). Renewal pricing is typically higher, so it’s worth checking the exact renewal rate at checkout before you commit to a term length.
Is a free domain really included?
Most shared hosting plans include a free domain registration for the first year when you sign up for an eligible term. After the first year, the domain typically renews at the standard registration rate.
Can I move an existing website to HostPapa?
HostPapa offers free website migration assistance for new customers moving from another host, which covers most common setups including WordPress sites.
What happens if I’m not happy with my plan?
HostPapa offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on hosting plans, so you can request a refund within that window if it isn’t working out.
Does HostPapa support WordPress specifically?
Yes. Alongside standard shared hosting, HostPapa offers WordPress-specific and managed WordPress plans with staging environments and WordPress-tuned server configurations on higher tiers.
Is there a limit on bandwidth or visitors?
Mid-tier and higher shared hosting plans generally include unlimited bandwidth, which covers typical small business and blog traffic. Very high-traffic or resource-intensive sites may eventually need to move to a VPS plan.

Ready to get your site online?

Compare HostPapa’s current plans and pricing, and get started with a 30-day money-back guarantee.

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