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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
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
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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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Business Centre, Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, 00000, Sharjah, U.A.E.
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I was assisted by Johan
I was assisted by Johan, The service is truly amazing and he quickly replied. This is the best website hosting in the world. I will recommend this to everyone who wants to open a website.
March 3, 2024
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Been using Hostking for years
Been using Hostking for years. Really impeccable customer service. Actually the best company I think I have ever dealt with!!!
March 1, 2024
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Best hosting company I have seen and I…
Best hosting company I have seen and I can recommend to anyone
March 1, 2024
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SCAMMING PEOPLE
SCAMMING PEOPLE
When you logged in and want to add a service, example cpanel hosting service, you choose any product, next page will ask you to enter a domain name which at the bottom it says its free for .com. co.za .xyz etc domain but when you verify a .com domain, you need to pay for that domain which they stated its free on the same page.
This is just tricking people into using there service and i rather took my services over to another provider.
February 29, 2024
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Hi Kobus, Its not a trick. Its how WHMCS the Billing system most web hosts use works. 90% of web hosts use the same software and it displays free domains that way. Also we clearly state on our frontend website and in the cart clearly that domains are free only with Annual+ plans. So I am not sure why you don't see that part and are excluding those pages where it is clearly stated during checkout. Nevertheless we do hope you are happy with your new host and wish you the best with endeavors.
The service I received from Dean was…
The service I received from Dean was professional and he resolved my issue quickly.
February 24, 2024
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I ve been checking around for certain…
I ve been checking around for certain website hosting service, these guys are best, for having a free website designer included in the package. Thats very affordable.
February 24, 2024
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Great service
Great service! I've saved alot with Hostking and their service is very reliable
February 21, 2024
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I have saved 90% of my hosting expense
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 regret hosting with Host King especially if you are trying out a concept or testing an idea online.Ask me, im the next competitor of Takealot...The support system is superb as well, just pay tha R73 and enjoy the benefits of online...
February 20, 2024
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Pathetic service
Pathetic service. Slow, very slow response. No one care. The response are useless.
February 19, 2024
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Trust me you are the best
February 19, 2024
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Johan du Toit's expertise makes him a…
Johan du Toit's expertise makes him a pelasure to work with. He came into the office and in less than an hour resolved an issue that was "hanging around" since about 8 or 9 in the morning. I have been dealing with Johan since I signed up with Hostking in 2016 and he has never let me down. And he is spot-on every time! Hostking, take good care of him. Yo don't find an asset like this under every stone!
February 16, 2024
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To be honest
To be honest, Hostking support services are amazing, they make difficult tasks seemless. I give kudos to them
February 14, 2024
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prompt response and on target
February 1, 2024
Marcelino has contributed to making my…
Marcelino has contributed to making my dreams become reality. He is patient and highly professional. He had to help me update my website so many times, and he did so gracefully each time. Thank you Marcelino.
February 10, 2024
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I was assisted by an agent named Darren…
I was assisted by an agent named Darren and was assisted in less than 20 minutes. I am giving 5 stars for a valid reason and very much happy with the service I received by the young man.
February 9, 2024
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I didn't know how to get my emails om…
I didn't know how to get my emails om my phone. I emailed support and they assisted me very quickly. The information was clear and very helpful.
January 30, 2024
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Dean was awesome and helpful!!
February 2, 2024
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so simple to use
January 30, 2024
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