Bluehost

Host websites with WordPress setup and a management dashboard.

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Host websites with WordPress setup and a management dashboard. Bluehost’s shared-hosting plans include different storage and website allowances.

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Last checked: September 29, 2026

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Our Take

I would calculate the first payment and the renewal before selecting a tier.

Best for:
Solo usersSmall teamsGrowing businesses
Best use case: A small business launching a WordPress website

I would calculate the first payment and the renewal before selecting a tier. Website counts can look generous, but storage and resource limits still determine what the plan can comfortably run.

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I would calculate the first payment and the renewal before selecting a tier. Website counts can look generous, but storage and resource limits still determine what the plan can comfortably run. A hosting subscription also does not cover every premium theme, plugin or email requirement. Compare a full first-term checkout and a renewal estimate before deciding whether the bundle is cheaper than buying the pieces separately.

Strengths

  • WordPress-oriented setup
  • Multiple-site plans
  • Published renewal references

Tradeoffs

  • Prepaid promotional term
  • Storage limits
  • Extras renew separately

Who it suits

  • A small business launching a WordPress website
  • A first-time owner comparing bundled hosting extras
  • A freelancer budgeting hosting beyond the introductory term

About Bluehost

Host websites with WordPress setup and a management dashboard. Bluehost’s shared-hosting plans include different storage and website allowances. Promotional equivalents require a selected prepaid term. Email trials and first-year domain offers should not be treated as permanent free services. Bluehost's introductory hosting rate depends on the term purchased. A multi-year monthly equivalent is not a month-to-month bill, and renewal can be higher. Check the number of sites, storage, backups and which bundled extras expire or become paid. A hosting subscription also does not cover every premium theme, plugin or email requirement. Compare a full first-term checkout and a renewal estimate before deciding whether the bundle is cheaper than buying the pieces separately.

Pricing & Plans

Prices use the currency shown. Tax, usage limits and billing terms vary by provider.

Starter — 36-month intro

$3.99/mo

$143.64 upfront for 36 months. Price above is the monthly equivalent.

Showing the available custom option

36-month introductory totals are $143.64 and $251.64 upfront.

  • 10 websites
  • 10 GB storage
  • WordPress tools
Full plan details & limits

36-month introductory totals are $143.64 and $251.64 upfront. Published renewal equivalents are $9.99 and $13.99/month. Taxes, domains, email, and optional services are additional.

$143.64 paid upfront for 36 months. Renews at $9.99/month; confirm the renewal term.

    Business — 36-month intro

    $6.99/mo

    $251.64 upfront for 36 months. Price above is the monthly equivalent.

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    36-month introductory totals are $143.64 and $251.64 upfront.

    • 50 websites
    • 50 GB storage
    • Expanded site tools
    Full plan details & limits

    36-month introductory totals are $143.64 and $251.64 upfront. Published renewal equivalents are $9.99 and $13.99/month. Taxes, domains, email, and optional services are additional.

    $251.64 paid upfront for 36 months. Renews at $13.99/month; confirm the renewal term.

      Starter — renewal budget

      Variable cost

      Published renewal reference $9.99/month equivalent.

      • Starter renewal reference
      Full plan details & limits

      Published renewal reference $9.99/month equivalent. Enter the full renewal bill and choose its actual billing interval; the provider may require prepayment.

      Published renewal reference $9.99/month equivalent. Enter the full renewal bill and choose its actual billing interval; the provider may require prepayment.

        Business — renewal budget

        Variable cost

        Published renewal reference $13.99/month equivalent.

        • Business renewal reference
        Full plan details & limits

        Published renewal reference $13.99/month equivalent. Enter the full renewal bill and choose its actual billing interval; the provider may require prepayment.

        Published renewal reference $13.99/month equivalent. Enter the full renewal bill and choose its actual billing interval; the provider may require prepayment.

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          Everything you need to know

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          FeaturesBluehost's introductory hosting rate depends on the term purchased.
          • WordPress setup
          • Hosting dashboard
          • SSL
          • Site tools
          • Caching
          • Staging options
          RatingsSourced customer ratings; company profiles are labeled separately from product reviews.
          • Trustpilot · Company ratingbluehost.com company profile4.5/5 · 31,757 reviews
            Source Checked September 29, 2026

          Customer ratings from the linked platforms, separate from our recommendations. Company profiles can cover several products and customer-service experiences. Small review samples may not be representative. Scores and counts can change; each platform uses its own review process.

          Integrations & connectionsHow Bluehost fits into your workflow

          Supports WordPress plugins and common website integrations. Paid extensions, domains, and email can add costs.

          Platforms & availabilityWeb App

          Free plan: Not listed for this product. Free trial: Not verified.

          Cost considerationsBilling, usage limits and additional fees

          36-month introductory totals are $143.64 and $251.64 upfront. Published renewal equivalents are $9.99 and $13.99/month. Taxes, domains, email, and optional services are additional.

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          Sources & Verification

          Checked September 29, 2026 · 4 sources · View sources

          Provider facts and pricing are separate from our editorial assessments.