HostPapa
HostPapa is a web hosting provider based in Burlington, Canada, founded in 2006. As of 2026 it holds an HRI of 98/100, an exceptional signal, ranked independently by HostList with no paid placements. HostPapa discloses a 30-day refund window, free unlimited site migration, a renewal price of USD 8.99 against an intro price of USD 2.95, a public status page, and a 99.9% uptime SLA with published credit terms. It is independently owned. HostList verified these facts on 14 September 2026.
HostPapa is a global web hosting provider that offers a complete suite of online services designed primarily for small and medium-sized businesses. Founded in 2006, HostPapa provides everything needed to build and manage a website, including shared hosting, WordPress hosting, VPS and dedicated servers, domain registration, business email, and a website builder. Today, HostPapa powers over 500,000 websites worldwide and operates in multiple countries, offering scalable services that grow alongside businesses, from basic websites to more advanced hosting environments. The company focuses on making web hosting approachable for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and growing organizations that may not have extensive technical expertise. Its services are designed to support reliable website performance, security, and day-to-day management through an easy-to-use control panel and customer support resources. HostPapa also offers additional tools such as SSL certificates, automated backups, website migration assistance, and security solutions, helping customers protect their online presence while simplifying administration. With flexible hosting options and business-focused features, HostPapa enables customers to establish, maintain, and expand their digital presence as their needs evolve.
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HostPapa Deals
Up To 77% Off Shared Hosting
Save up to 77% on HostPapa shared hosting and get everything you need to launch your website, including reliable performance, easy-to-use tools, and 24/7 PapaSquad support.
What HostPapa Discloses
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- Certifications
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What Customers Say About HostPapa
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What people are saying
Trustpilot★★★★★Robert Provded Exemplary Service“Robert was patient and persistent and most importnmatly solved the pronlem!! much appreciated”
Trustpilot★★★★★A few headaches as a novice trying to…“A few headaches as a novice trying to archive one website and replace it with another in my root folder. Japhiel was excellent in providing simple to understand, effective advice, clearly understanding the issues I was facing and responding with patience and warmth.”
Trustpilot★★★★★Great service and Excellent Customer Support“HostPapa provide a great service and excellent customer support. I had a technical issue which was resolved very quickly by one of the team, Jonathan Gonzalez. Who was very helpful Highly recomend them,”
Trustpilot★★★★★The team at HostPapa was very helpful“The team at HostPapa was very helpful. Aymen was very helpful in helping us launch our webiste. I was impressed by his professionalism and patience as he walked me through the steps needed, and made the process very easy considering I do not have much experience with computers or websites”
Trustpilot★★★★★Newly built Website and "Walkthrough" ...“Just received newly built website's walkthrough by Sam who was very patient, excellent communicator and very thorough of the nitty gritty that I needed to know and be aware of, to enable me to do my own future updates. Great learning experience, thank you so much Sam!”
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What HostPapa Will Cost You
Introductory prices are shown beside renewal prices. The 24-month total includes the stated setup fee and switches to the renewal rate after the introductory period.
HostPapa holds 192U across 12 racks, leading every one. Rack space is allocated by rank alone and cannot be bought.
- Canada16U · held 44+ days
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- Dedicated Hosting16U · held 29 days
- Domain Hosting16U · held 44+ days
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<a href="https://hostlist.io/server-room" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://hostlist.io/api/server-room/badge?slug=hostpapa-burlington-on-canada" alt="HostPapa holds 192U in the HostList Server Room" width="340" height="80" loading="lazy"></a>Longest hold: Canada, held 44+ days. The wall moves on the nightly HRI recompute, never on payment.
Where HostPapa Ranks
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Frequently Asked Questions About HostPapa
Is HostPapa a good web hosting company?
HostPapa has a HRI™ of 98/100 on HostList.io with a Trustpilot score of 4.7/5, placing it among the better-rated providers in its category. HRI (HostList Ranking Index) is calculated algorithmically from trust signals, profile completeness, data freshness, and performance data, no provider can pay to improve it. A score of 90+ indicates an exceptional, highly verified provider.
What type of hosting company is HostPapa?
HostPapa is classified as a dedicated web hosting company on HostList.io. Use the HostMatch™ tool at hostlist.io/match to describe your project requirements and get a ranked recommendation from 30,000+ hosting providers including HostPapa.
Where is HostPapa based?
HostPapa is headquartered in Burlington, Canada. Hosting companies based in Canada are listed at hostlist.io/hosting/canada.
How does HostPapa compare to other web hosting companies?
HostPapa can be compared to any other hosting provider using HostList.io's side-by-side comparison tool at hostlist.io/compare. The tool shows both providers' HRI™ breakdowns, sub-scores (Trust, Completeness, Freshness, Performance), and review data side by side. HostPapa has a current HRI of 98/100.
Does HostPapa offer a coupon code in October 2026?
Yes. HostPapa's listed deal on HostList is 77% off. Terms, including whether it can be combined with other promotions, are set by HostPapa. Compare it against other live hosting deals at hostlist.io/deals/web-hosting-coupons. HostList lists deals independently and is never paid for placement.
Does HostPapa charge more on renewal?
Yes. HostPapa disclosed an entry price of USD 2.95 triennial that renews at USD 8.99, verified by HostList against their published pricing page.
Does HostPapa offer free migration?
Yes. HostPapa disclosed free unlimited site migration, with the policy verified on their own site.
Who owns HostPapa?
HostPapa declared itself independently owned, reviewed with evidence by HostList.
What's Happening at HostPapa
HostPapa acquired two hosting companies within days of each other in late April, each reflecting a different strategic rationale, according to Web Hosting Today. The report places this alongside HOSTAFRICA's own dual acquisitions in May and the record-breaking BlackRock-led AIP purchase of Aligned, framing all three within a broader wave of hosting sector consolidation seen across H1 2026.
HostPapa has announced the acquisition of Hostwinds, a Seattle-based web hosting provider known for its strong customer support and comprehensive hosting solutions. HostPapa Inc., a leading global web
What People Say About HostPapa
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The other day I was looking for a Canadian owned VPS provider. I wanted to change from the habitual Digital Ocean/Linode landscape, just to try something different. I thought maybe…
\#Hostpapa my #WebHost says I only get to use some of my tabled resources. #hosting Ticket Detail Ticket No: 12583557 Subject: The server and javascript - [realm.mental…
How HostPapa's Score Is Calculated
HRI is calculated algorithmically based on publicly available data. It considers trust signals (reviews, ratings), data completeness, freshness of information, and technical performance. No host can pay to improve their score.
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