HostMetro: Is it Your Next Web Host?
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Pros
- Affordable plans
- Free website builder and free transfer
- Decent customer support
Cons
- Slow speed
- Only shared hosting available
- No free backup included
Selling Points
- Affordable plans
- Free website builder and free transfer
- Reliable customer support
Types of Hosting
- Application Hosting
- Cloud Hosting
- CRM Hosting
- Dedicated Hosting
- E-Commerce Hosting
- E-mail hosting
- Minecraft Hosting
- Reseller Hosting
- Shared Hosting
- VPS Hosting
Email
- Email Accounts
- Free Email for the First Year
- Unlimited Email Accounts
- Unlimited IMAP/Secure IMAP E-mail Support
- Unlimited POP3/POP3 Secure E-mail Support
Support
- Blog
- Email & Ticketing System
- FAQs
- Knowledge Base
- Live Chat
- Multilingual Support
- Phone
- Social Media
Applications and Features
- Blog Support
- Image Galleries
- One-click app installation
- SEO tools
- Unlimited Message Forum
E-commerce shopping carts
- Magneto Shopping Cart
- OpenCart
- Shopify Shopping Cart
- WooCommerce Shopping Cart
Programming/Databases
- CGI
- CGI Access
- Fast CGI
- FTP Access
- FTP Accounts
- HTTP/2
- JavaScript
- MySQL Databases
- Perl 5
- PHP 5
- PHP 7
- Python
- Ruby on Rails
- Support for Custom PHP.INI Files
CMS 1-Click Installer
- Drupal Hosting
- Joomla Hosting
- Magento Hosting
- Moodle Hosting
- TikiWiki Hosting
- Wiki Hosting
- WordPress Hosting
Attribute
- CDN Included
- cPanel Included
- Custom Cron Jobs
- Free Hosting Plan
- Green Web Host
- Site Statistics Included
- SSD Storage
- Unlimited Bandwidth
- Unlimited Storage
- Unlimited Websites
- Website Builder
Domain
- Free domain for the first year
- Free domain for the First Year
- International Domain Names
- Unlimited Add-On Domains
- Unlimited Parked Domains
- Unlimited Subdomains
Security
- 24/7 Network Monitoring
- Custom Error Pages
- DDoS Protection
- Free Dedicated IP
- Free SSL Certificate
- Hotlink Protection
- Password Protected directories
- Secure Shell (SSH) Access
- Site Backups
- Spam Assassin Protection
- SSL Certificate
- Web Application Firewall
Suitable for
- E-commerce Store
- Small Businesses
Customer Support
- Articles
- Blogs
- Community Forum
- Email & Ticketing
- Email Support
- Phone Support
Server Location
- Central Asia
- Europe
- Far East
- Middle East
- North Africa
- North America
- Oceanica
- South America
- Sub-Saharan Africa
SEO
- A Sitemap
- Customize URLs
- Meta Descriptions
- Meta Titles
- Redirect URLs
- Responsive Design
Shipping Options
- Print Shipping Labels
- Real-time Shipping Quotes
General features
- 30-Day Grace Period
- Auto-renewal
- Broker Service
- Domain Parking
- Free Transfer
- Local Domain Marketplace
- Redemption/Restore Period Policy
Privacy and Protection
- Account Lock
- Domain Lock
- Free WHOIS Privacy
- PIN Code Authorization
- Two-Factor Authentication
Complementary Services
- Email Services
- Free Website Builder
- Service Provides Hosting
Payment methods
- Alipay
- Bank Wire
- Credit Card
- Cryptocurrency
- PayPal
Attributes
- Cart Function
- E-commerce Plan
- Online Store
- Social Media Integration
Payment Options
- Credit Cards
FAQs
Are there any e-commerce features included in HostMetros plans?
Yes, there are a few, which are: - Google Checkout - PayPal - ZenCart - osCommerce - Advanced firewall.
Does HostMetro provide dedicated hosting?
No, HostMetro provides shared hosting only.
How can I contact customer support?
HostMetros support team is available on live chat, phone, email, or you can always refer to their knowledge base.
How can I pay for my HostMetro plan?
There are plenty of ways to pay for your plan. These include: - Credit/Debit Cards - PayPal - Alipay - Western Union - Paper checks (For US residents only).
What are password-protected directories?
A password-protected directory is a feature that can be enabled through the cPanel to limit access to certain parts of your website. When enabled, a user will have to insert a username and password to access the part needed.