What is web hosting and why do I need it?

Every website is made up of files and you need a hosting service to store them so that they can be viewed online. It’s a simple process: the files are uploaded onto a server (a powerful computer), and the company that owns the server then points the web address to the files.

Do I need technical knowledge to host a website?

Knowing a bit about FTP does help, as it is the easiest way to upload your site to your hosting package. However, the applications included in your plan, along with the user-friendly control panel make it easy to get your website online. We also have a huge support database with plenty of step-by-step articles and videos to help you along the way.

How long does it take to set up?

Most packages are set up immediately, and you can get your website online right away. In some cases, it might take a few days for the domain to fully register and point to your hosting package. This is perfectly normal and happens across every web host -it just takes time for the servers and the domains to sync up.

Can I buy web hosting without a domain name?

Every site hosted on 123 Reg needs to be associated with a domain in order to work. But every package includes at least one free domain name, so you won’t need to buy another one.

I don't want all my free domain names. What should I do?

You don’t need to do anything with them. If you’ve registered them, you can just let them expire when they come up to be renewed.

What happens to my free domain names if I cancel my account?

It’s entirely up to you. If you decide you don’t want the domains any longer, you can let them expire once they reach their renewal date. You can also keep them and use them, but you will need to pay the standard renewal price when they get close to their renewal date. We’ll let you know before they expire, so you won’t have to worry about them suddenly disappearing.

Is my data limit really unlimited?

Yes. We really mean it when we say “unlimited”. That’s because we know it can be hard to predict your website’s traffic, and it can be incredibly annoying to hit your limit just because you’ve had a great month.

Which operating system should I use?

You can host your site on a Linux or a Windows server – both have their advantages. You don’t need to choose the same operating system that runs on your computers at home or at your business. Most of our customers choose to host on Linux servers, which is usually a safe bet if you’re not sure what you need. Linux servers give you plenty of free software and programming options. With Linux packages you can use PHP, MySQL and it’s true that WordPress runs best on Linux based hosting.

How secure is 123 Reg web hosting?

We go above and beyond to keep our systems safe from hacking, hardware failures, software failures, and physical damage. All our servers are located in our own highly secure data centre. Access to the servers is tightly controlled and limited to just essential personnel. Power is drawn from the National Grid through two different sources, and we also have uninterruptible power supplies as well as on-site generators just in case. Along with our physical security measures, you can also take peace of mind by knowing that all your data is kept safe behind a secure firewall with multiple layers of protection.

Is there a minimum contract period?

Our hosting packages are available in yearly contracts, and you can pay monthly or annually.

How does the money back guarantee work?

If you decide that the package you’ve bought isn’t right for you for any reason, please give us a call within the first 14 days. We’ll refund you what you’ve paid for your hosting, excluding any additional fees for domains. Domain names can’t be “unregistered” once you’ve chosen them. You will need to let them expire if you do not want to use them anymore.

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Web Hosting

High-quality and user-friendly hosting from a trusted UK brand

Get your site online with our fast, reliable and affordable web hosting services, backed by our expert customer support team

Your website deserves rock-solid hosting

Intuitive cPanel software

With the latest version of cPanel at your disposal, accessing and editing your settings is incredibly easy, with no technical knowledge needed.

Superb performance

Lightning-fast loading speeds, unlimited bandwidth and anti-virus protection is guaranteed with our Linux based website hosting.

Over 125 apps available

Get your blog, forum or image gallery online easily with our selection of one-click install apps, including WordPress and Magento.

Very easy to upgrade

Upgrade your package at any time, as and when you need more power and functionality for your site.

Starter
The basic set of features and resources you need to get your first website online for an incredibly cheap price.
Save 40%
1st year equivalent of only
£2.99per month
- 1
- 1 Mailbox
- -
- 1
- 100GB Web space
- Unlimited bandwidth
- 10 x 1GB
Prices exclude 20% VAT. £35.88 per year in advance; minimum contract duration 1 year, then £59.88.
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Standard
Unlimited web space and more websites for you to host to expand your business.
Save 42%
1st year equivalent of only
£3.99per month
- 1
- 2 Mailboxes
- -
- Unlimited
- Unlimited Web space
- Unlimited bandwidth
- 25 x 1GB
Prices exclude 20% VAT. £47.88 per year in advance; minimum contract duration 1 year, then £83.88.
Pro
More resources for sites that require running complex tasks and having lots of visitors.
Save 40%
1st year equivalent of only
£5.99per month
- 2
- 3 Mailboxes
- 1
- Unlimited
- Unlimited Web space
- Unlimited bandwidth
- Unlimited x 1GB
Prices exclude 20% VAT. £71.88 per year in advance; minimum contract duration 1 year, then £119.88. Free SSL renews after 1 year at £39.99.
Ultimate
The ultimate hosting package, capable of running the most demanding online stores and applications.
Save 42%
1st year equivalent of only
£7.49per month
- 3
- 5 Mailboxes
- 1
- Unlimited
- Unlimited Web space
- Unlimited bandwidth
- Unlimited x 1GB
Prices exclude 20% VAT. £89.88 per year in advance; minimum contract duration 1 year, then £155.88.

*Offer only applies to the first year and must be purchased on a yearly contract.

Customer support you can rely on

Our friendly and tech-savvy support team are available by phone and live chat to assist you with any issue, no matter how small.

"Great hosting company with a reliable service. Best part is the support though. The team are always on hand to help and do a great job. Big shout out to Vladut who is always first class!"

Mark Flint , Trustpilot

"Andrea helped me solve an issue with my hosting renewal quickly and efficiently, completely hassle-free. Fantastic service!"

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"We recently switched to 123 Reg for our web hosting and every time we have any issues they have been easily available on the online chat to help."

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The power to keep your site and business running smoothly

Free Domain Names

All our hosting plans include at least one free .co.uk domain, so you get everything you need to take your new business website online, at no extra cost.

Free Personalised email

Create an email address that matches your domain to give your business a professional look. It’s super easy to purchase extra mailboxes if you require more than one.

One-Click WordPress hosting

All our plans come with over 125 free apps that can be installed in just one-click, allowing you to set up your site within minutes. Read the full list of apps here.

Programming features

Need access to more advanced tools? We’ve got you covered as all our web hosting plans come with developer features included in the price, such as SSH access and Cron Jobs as well as PHP and Perl programming languages.

Multi-site hosting

Manage multiple domains, websites and email from the same account, without having to buy a separate hosting package.

SSL & Security

Our Pro and Ultimate plans include a free SSL certificate, helping to keep your customers’ data safe, while every plan includes 24/7 automatic security monitoring and DDoS protection for your websites.

cPanel technology

Get access to the latest version of cPanel, the industry standard, with no need to learn any new configuration tools.

CloudLinux OS

Your Linux web hosting package will be run on the most popular servers that host over 20 million websites across the world.

Expert support

Our award-winning support team is ready to help you with any challenging queries you might have.

Unlimited bandwidth and storage*

We know how difficult it is to estimate your site’s visitor count, which is why all our packages come with unlimited bandwidth. What’s more, our Standard, Pro and Ultimate plans include an unlimited amount of storage and websites. Subject to our Acceptable Use Policy.

Dedicated security for your peace of mind

Keep your website and your reputation safe from harm with our anti-virus and spam protection.

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Why host your website with 123 Reg?

The UK’s #1 registrar and web hosting provider

We host 1 in 5 of the UK’s active websites – that’s more than 1 million sites.

Everything in one place at an affordable cost

Easily manage your brand from a single account, including your domain names, emails, SSL certificate and MySQL databases.

Secure and reliable

Using secure cPanel technology as its core foundation, our platform gives your business the boost it needs without having to spend a fortune.

World-class support

Our expert team are here to help through our live chat and telephone support. We also have a range of extensive step-by-step articles to guide you.

A dynamic website backed by expert support

Watch Global Publicity transform their business with Web Hosting from 123 Reg, which gave them a super-fast website their customers adore.

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Website Builder
The complete website building solution that enables anyone - at any skill level - to create a professional site in just minutes without needing to know how to code.

Great for:
Your first website & basic businesses

Easy to use:
10/10

Room to grow:
4/10
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WordPress Hosting
Build and host your WordPress website without any hassle. No app to upload, no complicated details to configure and no technical installation process.

Great for:
Growing businesses, ecommerce, WordPress hosting & multi-site hosting

Easy to use:
8/10

Room to grow:
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Helping British businesses get online for over 20 years

Having supported more than 1 million UK websites, our tried and tested web hosting services ensure that anyone, whatever their technical skill level, can easily and securely get their brand online.

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Rated 4.6/5 based on 9,845 customer reviews

Martin Hunt
“Love 123 Reg, they have been hosting my email and domain for years and their live chat feature really is great, especially at renewal time”

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“Excellent hosting, good value for money and an easy to use platform”

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“As a small organisation, we need to have reliable hosting and email support, which is exactly what we have had from 123 Reg for the last few years”

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