{"id":419,"date":"2024-08-07T10:04:15","date_gmt":"2024-08-07T14:04:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hobohost.com\/blog\/?p=419"},"modified":"2024-08-07T10:04:16","modified_gmt":"2024-08-07T14:04:16","slug":"000webhost-shuts-down","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hobohost.com\/blog\/000webhost-shuts-down\/","title":{"rendered":"000webhost Shuts Down &#8211; What do I do?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>After 17 years of service, 000webhost is shutting down its operations. The web hosting market has evolved, and consumer needs have shifted towards affordable, secure, and feature-rich paid hosting solutions. As a result, 000webhost has decided to focus its efforts on offering quality and affordable hosting. If you are a 000webhost user, now is the perfect time to switch to HoboHost. Here\u2019s why and how you can make the transition smoothly.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Choose HoboHost Over Hostinger?<\/h2>\n<p>As 000webhost phases out its free hosting services, it directs users to Hostinger, a paid hosting service. While Hostinger offers a 7-day trial, HoboHost provides a full month free trial with no credit card required. Here&#8217;s a comparison to help you decide:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Free Trial:<\/strong> HoboHost offers a 30-day free trial without requiring a credit card, compared to Hostinger&#8217;s 7-day trial.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pricing:<\/strong> HoboHost plans start at approximately $1.30\/month, which includes cPanel and faster NVMe SSD storage. Hostinger\u2019s basic plan starts at $1.79\/month without cPanel.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Renewal Pricing:<\/strong> HoboHost is known for its dependable renewal pricing without the bait-and-switch increases often seen with other hosts. In contrast, Hostinger\u2019s rental price can jump to $3.99\/month.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Customer Love:<\/strong> HoboHost has a strong reputation for customer satisfaction due to its reliable and affordable services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Urgency to Switch<\/h2>\n<p>000webhost, in coordination with Hostinger, has given customers until August 12th, 2024, to migrate their websites. After this date, websites will be archived, forcing many users to move to Hostinger. This tight deadline could pressure users into choosing Hostinger out of convenience. However, this limited time frame shouldn\u2019t force you into a hasty decision. HoboHost offers a superior alternative with more time to decide and better features.<\/p>\n<h2>Steps to Switch to HoboHost<\/h2>\n<p>Switching to HoboHost from 000webhost is straightforward. Follow these steps to ensure a seamless transition:<\/p>\n<h3>1. Backup Your Website<\/h3>\n<p>Before you move, ensure you have a complete backup of your website. This includes all files, databases, and emails associated with your account. 000webhost provides tools to help you create backups easily.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Sign Up for HoboHost<\/h3>\n<p>Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hobohost.com\">HoboHost<\/a> and sign up for their hosting plan. Take advantage of their 30-day free trial to test the waters without any financial commitment.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Transfer Your Domain<\/h3>\n<p>If you have a custom domain, you\u2019ll need to update the DNS settings to point to HoboHost\u2019s servers. This can usually be done through your domain registrar\u2019s control panel. HoboHost provides detailed guides and support to help you through this process.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Upload Your Website<\/h3>\n<p>Once your domain points to HoboHost, upload your website files and databases. You can do this via the cPanel provided by HoboHost, which makes the process intuitive and hassle-free.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Test Your Website<\/h3>\n<p>Before you consider the migration complete, thoroughly test your website to ensure everything is functioning correctly. Check all pages, links, and interactive features to make sure there are no issues.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>The closure of 000webhost marks the end of an era, but it also opens up opportunities for better hosting experiences. HoboHost stands out as an excellent choice for those looking for an affordable, reliable, and feature-rich hosting solution. With their 30-day free trial, competitive pricing, and customer-first approach, HoboHost makes the transition smooth and advantageous.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t let the August 12th, 2024 deadline pressure you into a subpar hosting solution. 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