Economy
Billing: 36 months
$5.99/mo
Renews at $9.99/mo
- 25 GB storage
- 1 sites
- Unmetered traffic
- Beginners
As listed in April 2026, not rechecked
GoDaddy
Shared hostingManaged serverNorth AmericaEuropeAsia
GoDaddy offers shared hosting for small sites and first websites, with the server run for you, priced above most hosts of its type.
From $5.99/mo on a 36-month term, renews at $9.99/mo. As listed in April 2026, not rechecked
Three years on the entry plan
$216
First 3 years$5.99/mo
From year 4$9.99/mo
+67% at renewal
Economy
Where its servers are
GoDaddy has data centres in 3 regions. The shaded areas are regions, not exact cities.
- North America
- Europe
- Asia
We can only time hosts that publish speed-test addresses. The latency chart measures five clouds; a city close to you there is a good sign for any host in that city.
Plans and prices
As listed in April 2026. We have not rechecked these against the host's page yet, so confirm before you buy.
Web Hosting Economy
$5.99/mo
Renewal price not listed
- 1 website
- 25 GB NVMe storage
- Free domain
- Free SSL Certificate for 1 year
As listed in April 2026, not rechecked
Hosting for WordPress Basic
$5.99/mo
Renewal price not listed
- 1 website (add up to 99 sites)
- 10 GB NVMe storage
- Free domain
- Automatic WordPress core software updates
As listed in April 2026, not rechecked
Web Hosting Deluxe
$7.99/mo
Renewal price not listed
- 10 websites
- 50 GB NVMe storage
- Free unlimited SSL for all websites
- 30-day money-back guarantee
As listed in April 2026, not rechecked
Our test of GoDaddy
Tested by Hosting Compass, April 2026
3.8/5
- Performance3.7/5
- Ease of use4.2/5
- Support3.8/5
- Features3.7/5
- Value3.5/5
GoDaddy is a convenient all-in-one platform, but it's not the best at any single thing. You pay a premium for the brand name and convenience. If maximum performance or value is your priority, specialized hosts will serve you better.
Overview
GoDaddy needs no introduction. With over 84 million domains under management and 21+ million customers, it's the most recognized name in the domain and hosting industry. Founded in 1997, GoDaddy offers everything from domain registration to managed WordPress hosting and website builders.
Performance
GoDaddy's hosting performance is adequate but not impressive. Average load times in our tests were around 480ms, and TTFB averaged 290ms. These numbers place GoDaddy in the middle of the pack, acceptable for basic websites but not ideal for performance-sensitive applications.
Uptime was 99.92%, which meets their guarantee but trails top competitors.
Ease of Use
GoDaddy excels at simplicity. Their integrated dashboard manages domains, hosting, email, and marketing tools in one place. The website builder is intuitive, and WordPress installation is straightforward. For users managing domains and hosting together, the unified experience is convenient.
Support
24/7 phone and chat support. Wait times have improved significantly, averaging 3-5 minutes on chat. Support quality is adequate for basic issues but can struggle with complex technical problems. The knowledge base is extensive.
Pricing & Value
Hosting plans start at $5.99/month, higher than most competitors. The real value of GoDaddy lies in its domain integration and all-in-one approach. However, watch out for aggressive upselling during checkout; GoDaddy is known for pre-checked add-ons that inflate your bill.
Who Should Choose GoDaddy?
GoDaddy works best for users who want domains and hosting in one place, small businesses using the website builder, and users who prioritize brand trust and phone support.
Prices mentioned in these notes are from the time of the test. Current prices are in the plans above.
GoDaddy at a glance
The dials are our editorial estimates on a 1 to 5 scale, not test results. How we estimate
- Management
- Managed server
- cPanel
- Yes
- Email included
- Yes
- Headquarters
- Tempe, Arizona
- Support
- live chat and phone
Best for
Fit by project
- WordPress siteStrong fit
- Online storePossible fit
- Business websiteStrong fit
- Web app or SaaSWeak fit
- Portfolio or static siteStrong fit
- Blog or content siteStrong fit
- Agency with client sitesPossible fit
From the type of hosting, the same rule the finder uses.
Strengths and trade-offs
In its favour
- cPanel included
- Email included with hosting
Watch for
- Renews 67% higher after the first term ($5.99 to $9.99/mo)
The first points come straight from the price and plan data.
Questions about GoDaddy
How much does GoDaddy cost after the first term?
GoDaddy's entry plan (Economy) costs $5.99 per month on a 36-month term and renews at $9.99 per month, as listed in April 2026. Over three years that is about $216 in total.
Does GoDaddy include email?
Yes. Our data shows email accounts included with GoDaddy's hosting plans.
Where are GoDaddy's data centres?
In North America, Europe and Asia. We list regions, not exact cities, for GoDaddy.
Does GoDaddy offer cPanel?
Yes, GoDaddy offers cPanel.