IN SHORT
A speed-focused web host from Ann Arbor, Michigan: the 2025 rebrand of A2 Hosting (founded 2001), now part of World Host Group.
- Fast Turbo servers with LiteSpeed caching
- NVMe storage on higher plans
- Free SSL and site migration
- Established A2 Hosting infrastructure
THE BRAND
- Company
- hosting.com (formerly A2 Hosting)
- Headquarters
- London, UK · founded in Ann Arbor, Michigan (USA)
- Founded
- 2001 (as Iniquinet; A2 Hosting from ~2003)
- Group
- hosting.com group (formerly World Host Group; backed by Oakley Capital)
- Main product
- Web hosting (shared, VPS, dedicated, WordPress)
- Audience
- Site owners who prioritize fast load times
ANALYSIS
Our experience with Hosting.com
Speed and performance
Fast Turbo servers with LiteSpeed caching and NVMe storage on higher plans — the speed stack carried over from A2 Hosting. The quickest performance is reserved for the pricier Turbo tiers.
Security and reliability
Free SSL on all plans plus free site migration, running on A2 Hosting's established infrastructure with data centers around the world.
Price and plans
Competitive intro pricing across shared, VPS, dedicated and WordPress plans, backed by an anytime pro-rated money-back guarantee — but renewal rates are much higher than the intro term.
Who is it for?
A solid pick if you want an established, speed-oriented host for shared, VPS or WordPress sites — just note the 2025 rebrand from A2 Hosting to hosting.com caused some confusion.
PROS & CONS
The good and the bad
- Fast Turbo servers with LiteSpeed caching
- NVMe storage on higher plans
- Free SSL and site migration
- Established A2 Hosting infrastructure
- Fastest performance only on pricier Turbo plans
- Intro prices renew much higher
- 2025 rebrand caused some confusion
FAQ
The most common questions Americans ask about Hosting.com
Most-searched questions, per Sistrix
What is Hosting.com used for?
Hosting.com (formerly A2 Hosting) is used for web hosting — shared, VPS, dedicated and managed WordPress — with a strong focus on speed. People use it for websites and online stores that benefit from its faster Turbo servers, NVMe storage and LiteSpeed caching, especially WordPress and WooCommerce sites where load time matters for conversions. It's a performance-oriented host rather than a bare-bones budget one.
Is Hosting.com legit?
Yes. Hosting.com is the rebrand of A2 Hosting — a reputable host founded in 2001 — following the company's sale in early 2025. It carries over A2's infrastructure, staff and reputation for fast, reliable hosting, so it's a legitimate, established provider operating under a new name rather than a brand-new company.
What are the disadvantages of Hosting.com?
As with most hosts, the cheap intro price (US$2.99/mo) renews much higher (US$11.90/mo), and the fastest Turbo performance is reserved for pricier plans. The 2025 rebrand from A2 Hosting also caused some confusion for existing customers, from account changes to renewed billing. Speed and reliability remain its strong points, so it's mainly a value-and-transition caveat rather than a quality one.
Who owns Hosting.com?
Hosting.com is the rebranded A2 Hosting, which was sold in January 2025 to World Host Group (backed by private-equity firm Oakley Capital) and relaunched under the premium Hosting.com domain. It's part of a large multi-brand hosting group now, not an independent host — worth knowing if you prefer a smaller, owner-run provider.
How much does Hosting.com cost per month?
Hosting.com's shared plans start at US$2.99/mo on an intro deal, rising to US$11.90/mo at renewal, and are covered by a 30-day money-back guarantee. Faster Turbo tiers and higher-resource plans cost more. As with all hosts here, the renewal rate — not the headline price — is the number to plan your budget around.
Is Hosting.com better than Bluehost?
It depends on your priority. Hosting.com (formerly A2) generally edges ahead on raw speed thanks to its Turbo servers and LiteSpeed caching, so it's the pick when performance is the goal. Bluehost is simpler, a little cheaper at entry and officially WordPress.org-recommended, making it friendlier for a first WordPress site. Choose Hosting.com for speed, Bluehost for beginner-friendly budget hosting.
Is Hosting.com a US company?
Yes. Hosting.com, like A2 Hosting before it, is US-based, with roots in Michigan. It operates global data centers but is an American company.
VERDICT
Is Hosting.com right for you?
A speed-focused web host from Ann Arbor, Michigan: the 2025 rebrand of A2 Hosting (founded 2001), now part of World Host Group.
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