Web Hosting Cost Calculator
Calculate the total annual and monthly cost of web hosting.
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Total Monthly Cost
$21.25
Total Annual Cost
$255.00
Budgeting for Your Website
The advertised price of a hosting plan is rarely the total cost. This calculator helps you see the bigger picture by combining your monthly hosting fee with other recurring expenses like domain names and SSL certificates to give you a true monthly and annual cost estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What costs are involved in hosting a website?
The primary cost is the hosting plan itself. Other common costs include domain name registration (yearly), SSL certificates (often free with hosting but sometimes paid), premium themes or plugins, and email hosting services.
Are there any hidden costs?
Be aware of introductory pricing. Many hosts offer a low price for the first year, which increases significantly upon renewal. Also, check for costs related to backups, security scanning, and exceeding resource limits (like bandwidth or storage).
What is an SSL certificate and do I need one?
An SSL certificate encrypts data between your website and its visitors, which is essential for security and trust. It enables HTTPS (the padlock icon in the browser). Most modern hosting plans include a free SSL certificate from Let's Encrypt. It is a must-have for all websites today.