HostGator Web Hosting [Complete Guide]

by Lokesh Aryan SEO Analyst

HostGator

If you are new or beginner to start a blog then please don’t waste your money for costly domains and web hosting. There are lots of different companies provide best web hosting in very low price. So, If you are thinking to start a blog then go for Godaddy, HostGator, BlueHost etc. because they provide the best service and web hosting in such a very low cost. They provide 24*7 customer service so, If you having some problem then It’s a toll-free number & you can call anytime.

How to purchase Web Hosting from HostGator?

In this article, I’m gonna talk about getting started with HostGator and create a stunning website. For that, you have to purchase web hosting and domain name. So, total cost is given below;

• Domain: $12.95/Year

• Hosting: $7.00/Month

• Install WordPress: WordPress is the world’s best CMS (Content Management System) and it’s totally free. This is the platform on which you can create your website.

• Install WordPress Theme: Once you install WordPress, and before starting to create a website you have to install proper WordPress Theme. It’s free but you can also use paid themes.

• Create a Website: Now, you are ready to go!

We are using HostGator for web hosting. Once HostGator page is open, click on Get Started Now. Choose your plan from 3 given options. If you are a beginner to start a new blog then you should select Hatchling Plan. It’s best suited for beginners. But you can choose whatever you like.

But make sure select the plan which gives you Unlimited Bandwidth. Hatchling Plan provides you Single Domain name for your website, Unlimited Disk Space, Unlimited bandwidth and shared SSL Certificate.

Once you select your plan select time like $5.56/Month for 1 year. But in this case, I’m gonna select Monthy plan and it cost me $7.16/Month. Click on Sign Up Now! Enter your domain name which is the name of your website. (like my domain is lokesharyan.com) Make sure once your domain name is registered then you can’t change it.

If your domain is available then you can proceed further otherwise you have to change your domain name. Once again choose your hosting plan. Enter the username which is for HostGator and choose proper security PIN.

Enter your correct contact information because once you registered HostGator will send you a confirmation email on your email id. There are lots of additional services are there but for beginners, it is not important. So, uncheck all services and proceed further.

Check your total amount and other stuff like domain, web hosting and plans. Agree to the terms and conditions and Checkout Now!

So, in this way, you can purchase web hosting from HostGator.

How to install WordPress on Hosting Space?

Open your email which you give in contact information section. You will get 2 emails. Open Account info email. All information like username and password, domain name etc you will get there. Copy username and password and click on Your Control Panel. Paste your username and password to log in.

Now, you log into the control panel of your web hosting. Go to Software/Services and click Quick Install. Select Install WordPress. Select your domain name and leave black the other box. Enter your Admin Email which is used to retrieve your id/password of WordPress.

Enter the blog title whatever you like and choose Admin Username which is used to login to WordPress. Click on Install WordPress. It will take some time to install WordPress on your hosting space.

Once all done you will get a message like Your install is complete! Click here to view your notifications. Click on View Credentials copy your password and click on Admin Area. Enter your username of WordPress which you create, paste the password and Log In. Now, you are successfully logged into your WordPress account & start making a website. You should consider some important tips before creating a website. You can install best wordpress plugins which help you to customize your website easily. You should embed facebook messenger widget in your website for better engagement with your customers or readers. RSS feeds are very important for your website. It helps you to read your article without visiting your website. It also secures your content and avoids content scrapping.