What is WordPress hosting, and do you need it?
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WordPress hosting is web hosting set up to run WordPress, the software many websites are built with. The plan comes with tools that install WordPress and keep it running.
How is WordPress hosting different from web hosting?
The difference is the setup, not the server. WordPress hosting is a web hosting plan with WordPress tools added, such as a one-step installer. Some hosting companies sell it as the same plan. On 12 October 2026 the Hostinger pricing page listed no separate WordPress plan. The Premium, Unlimited and Cloud Startup plans each list WordPress under "Build with". The prices on this page are the prices of those three plans.
Do I need WordPress hosting to use WordPress?
No. WordPress runs on any web hosting plan that supports PHP and a database. A plan sold as WordPress hosting saves setup work, because the installer and the settings are ready.
How much does WordPress hosting cost?
WordPress hosting costs from $2.39 a month in our tests on 12 October 2026. That is the Hostinger Premium plan for 48 months, a bill of $114.82 today. The Hostinger WordPress hosting coupon page lists each plan.
What should a WordPress hosting plan include?
- A WordPress installer.
- Enough websites and storage for your project.
- Backups, so you can restore the site after a mistake.
- A free SSL certificate, so the site opens over HTTPS.
These are the limits of the Hostinger plans that list WordPress.
| Plan | Websites | Storage | Backups | Lowest tested price per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | 3 websites | 20 GB SSD | Free weekly backups | $2.39 for 48 months |
| Unlimited | Unlimited websites | 50 GB NVMe | Daily backups | $3.19 for 48 months |
| Cloud Startup | Unlimited websites | 100 GB NVMe | Daily and on demand backups | $6.39 for 48 months |
What is managed WordPress hosting?
Managed WordPress hosting is WordPress hosting where the hosting company also runs the server and its updates for you. The guide what is managed hosting explains what the company does and what stays with you.