Helio Host
Helio Host is a web hosting provider based in Kirkland, USA. As of 2026 it holds an HRI of 63/100, a developing signal, ranked independently by HostList with no paid placements.
Helio Host is a free web hosting service located in Kirkland, Washington. Established over 21 years ago, it provides hosting without requiring credit card information or long-term commitments. The service supports multiple scripting languages and databases, including.NET, and is designed for users seeking basic web hosting services. Helio Host operates as a non-profit organization, relying on community support and donations to sustain its services. Users can access support through chat and community forums. This hosting option is suitable for hobbyists and individuals looking for no-cost web hosting alternatives.
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Helio Host has not disclosed any facts yet. Pricing transparency, refund window, uptime SLA and data residency are among the 30 questions still unanswered. HostList verifies every disclosure and never charges for it.
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- GDPR DPA
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What Customers Say About Helio Host
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What people are saying
Trustpilot★★★★★Great free service“Great free service, great people. I higly recomend Heliohost, have gladely donated in the past and will certainly do so in the future!”
Trustpilot★★★★☆I'm using free hosting“I'm using free hosting. 2 things remove one star are : - I have to connect every month to my dashboard to make sure my account won't be deleted. I think is too often. - I cannot add and delete domains on my own (team is working on it) Otherwise : Team is awesome, responsive and kind Plesk dashboard is easy to use…”
Trustpilot★★★☆☆The following error often occurs“The following error often occurs: "502 Bad Gateway nginx"”
Trustpilot★★★★★Great web host“I've been using HelioHost for over a decade, and I love it. The forums are very knowledgeable, and I love the variety of technologies available to me.”
Trustpilot★★★★★HelioHost is an amazing affordable…“HelioHost is an amazing affordable option for quality hosting. It does everything I need it to do for allowing me to run my website.”
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Where Helio Host Ranks
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What is Helio Host's HRI?
Helio Host has a HRI™ of 63/100 on HostList.io. HRI is calculated algorithmically from trust signals, profile completeness, data freshness, and performance data. Providers can improve their score by claiming their profile, keeping data current, and building verified reviews. No provider can pay to increase their score.
What type of hosting company is Helio Host?
Helio Host 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 Helio Host.
Where is Helio Host based?
Helio Host is headquartered in Kirkland, USA. Hosting companies based in USA are listed at hostlist.io/hosting/usa.
How does Helio Host compare to other web hosting companies?
Helio Host 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. Helio Host has a current HRI of 63/100.
What's Happening at Helio Host
HelioHost | Free Hosting. Community powered free hosting for everyone. About Us. We're a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization powered by a community of hobbyists that offer full-featured web hosting
How Helio Host'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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