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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Marcelino has been the best and most friendly support I have had over the years. His tone and work etiquette are excellent, and he deserves a promotion to manager to share his knowledge with the rest... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have saved 90% of my hosting expense! If you are reading this review and you are in Africa, looking for a very cheap reliable, click, click way of hosting a website, look no further, you won't regre... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Johan at Hostking is fantastic! He's always quick to help out and goes above and beyond to assist with any question or problem. He makes sure you understand everything clearly before you move forw... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

You have lost touch with customer service. A query via email takes days before its responded to. You have to wait minimum 30-45mins to get a response from a webchat especially if its a billing query.... See more

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For more than 15 years Hostking has been offering affordable web hosting services to individuals worldwide. It's a web hosting provider with a focus on affordable, fast and stable WordPress-optimized web hosting platform. People needing a website can signup with Hostking and on certain plans receive a free website design by our web developers. ------------------------------------ Choose Hostking if you are looking for: - Affordable Web Hosting - LiteSpeed for 4X faster websites - One-click WordPress installation - 99.9% Uptime guarantee - Premium customer support


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

What happned to Hostking?

I have been a client of them for many many years, use to be very impressed with their service and product however this is no longer the case! VPS with no more fully functioning builder, no one in the past 2 hours could answer a single questions online, no number to phone. we now have to rebuild 6 sites... because the builder that came with the product no longer works properly. FUMING !

12 May 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Marcelino has been the best and most…

Marcelino has been the best and most friendly support I have had over the years. His tone and work etiquette are excellent, and he deserves a promotion to manager to share his knowledge with the rest of the team. He responds to my questions within two minutes, making me feel like I'm having a conversation with a real human who truly understands his job knowing that I have so much questions about my websites he answer to everything. This is a 10 stars that I give and also my shareholders give 20 stars to him

8 February 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great support from Darren

Really impressed with the live support from Darren. Quick responses and was able to help me perfectly with an issue I didn't fully understand by explaining and guiding me through all the right steps.

7 January 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Help and guidance

Spoke to somebody named Dean, his service was exceptional, he helped me every step of the way, for over an hour to sort out every problem I had. Best hosting service I've found!!

27 November 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing assistance

Hostking has assisted with various transfers and user-caused errors. They can always be counted on to assist with even the most frustrating issues

15 November 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been with Hostking for several…

I’ve been with Hostking for several years now, and I can’t recommend them highly enough! Their services are top-notch, and I’ve always been impressed by their prompt and reliable customer support. Whenever I have a question or need assistance, their team is always ready to help, responding quickly and efficiently.

One of the standout features of Hostking is their affordable pricing without compromising on quality. They offer a variety of hosting plans that cater to both beginners and experienced users, making it easy to find the right fit for any project. Their 99.9% uptime guarantee ensures that my website is always accessible, which is crucial for my business.

Additionally, Hostking provides a user-friendly interface and a range of tools that simplify website management. The free website builder and one-click installs for popular platforms like WordPress make it incredibly easy to get started. Plus, their commitment to security with features like daily backups and SSL certificates gives me peace of mind.

Overall, my experience with Hostking has been nothing short of excellent. Their dedication to customer satisfaction and their comprehensive hosting solutions make them a fantastic choice for anyone looking for reliable web hosting. I would recommend them to anyone without hesitation!

11 November 2024
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