Hoste Review 2026. Is hoste.pl good web hosting in Poland?

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Hoste.pl is a small Polish hosting provider based in Kraków, active in the market since 2007. It operates as an independent company with a clear focus on straightforward, affordable Linux shared hosting and domain services for websites that prefer to keep their data in Poland.

The core of the offer is classic shared hosting on fast SSD NVMe storage. There are four main plans – Serwer Eco, Serwer Start, Serwer Plus and Serwer Power – all running on Debian Linux with modern server hardware (dual Intel Xeon Silver 4416+ processors, 128 GB ECC RAM and NVMe disks in RAID). Storage space and monthly transfer differ between plans, but each package includes:

• Unlimited MySQL and PostgreSQL databases
• Unlimited email accounts, mailing lists and aliases
• Unlimited domains and subdomains mapped to separate directories
• SSH access, Cron jobs, FTP accounts with multiple sub-accounts
• Support for PHP (versions from 5.4 up to 8.4), Perl, CGI, Python, Bash, Git and SVN
• Free Let’s Encrypt SSL for websites and encrypted access for mail and FTP

On the top plan, Serwer Power, customers get 40 GB NVMe storage, 200 GB monthly transfer, unlimited databases and mailboxes, SSH access and a full set of panels dedicated to hosting, email and databases. Even the lower plans, however, already carry the same "unlimited" philosophy for mail and databases, which is attractive for multi-site setups and reselling to a small client base.

A strong aspect is how hosting is bundled with convenience features. Every hosting plan comes with:

• A free domain registration (for selected extensions) when ordering the server
• Free migration of website, mail and domains from a previous provider
• A 14-day free test period for the hosting package
• Daily and weekly backups kept for up to 28 days back, restorable directly from the panel
• Built-in antivirus and advanced antispam filters (greylisting, RBL, SPF, SpamAssassin) with per-mailbox control

This combination makes Hoste.pl particularly appealing for small companies, freelancers, bloggers or local shops that want a "set and forget" environment where the provider takes care of the technical backbone.
Beyond hosting, Hoste.pl also manages domain registration and transfer for a wide catalog of Polish, European and global extensions. Classic TLDs such as .pl, .com, .net, .org and .eu sit alongside a broad selection of European country-code domains. The goal is clearly to allow customers to keep both website and DNS under one roof, with transparent pricing in Polish złoty.

The offer extends into related web services:

• Web development – complete website projects including hosting and domain for the first year, aimed at clients who want a ready-made presence rather than just infrastructure.
• WordPress care (Opieka WordPress) – packages for security checks, updates, performance tuning and rescue after failed updates or hacks.
• SEO / positioning – services focused on improving visibility in search engines.

Overall, the portfolio revolves around shared hosting and domains, surrounded by practical add-ons that cover building the site, hosting it, maintaining WordPress and working on search visibility.

💰 Price & Cost

Pricing is straightforward, based on annual billing in PLN, with clearly shown net and gross amounts. As of early 2026, the shared hosting plans are structured roughly as follows (promotional first year / then standard renewal):

• Serwer Eco – 5 GB NVMe, 50 GB transfer, unlimited databases, 1 FTP sub-account
  49 zł net (60.27 zł with VAT) first year / 79 zł net (97.17 zł with VAT) on renewal
• Serwer Start – 10 GB NVMe, 100 GB transfer, unlimited databases, 5 FTP sub-accounts
  80 zł net (98.40 zł with VAT) first year / 129 zł net (158.67 zł with VAT) on renewal
• Serwer Plus – 20 GB NVMe, 150 GB transfer, unlimited databases, 15 FTP sub-accounts
  125 zł net (153.75 zł with VAT) first year / 180 zł net (221.40 zł with VAT) on renewal
• Serwer Power – 40 GB NVMe, 200 GB transfer, unlimited databases, 25 FTP sub-accounts
  250 zł net (307.50 zł with VAT) first year / 370 zł net (455.10 zł with VAT) on renewal

If the monthly transfer limit is exceeded, additional data packages from 20 GB up to 200 GB can be purchased separately. For most small and medium sites the included traffic will be sufficient, but heavier projects or seasonal traffic spikes may require these add-ons.

Domain pricing is competitive for the Polish market. A .pl domain can be obtained from 0 zł in promotion when bundled with hosting; otherwise registration starts around the mid-teens in złoty net, with higher renewal fees around the standard market level. Global domains such as .com are priced in the mid-range, and many European ccTLDs (.de, .fr, .it, .es, .nl, and others) are available with clearly listed rates. A free domain for selected extensions is part of the "Hosting z domeną GRATIS" promotion tied to hosting packages.

Payments are made in advance for the chosen billing period, based on pro forma invoices. The terms specify payment by bank transfer to Hoste.pl’s account at Bank Pekao S.A., with invoices issued electronically.

Importantly, there is no classic money-back guarantee. Once a period has been paid, early cancellation by the customer does not generate a refund. Refunds are only mentioned when the provider itself terminates the service. Instead of a refund policy, Hoste.pl uses the 14-day free trial as the main risk reducer, letting customers test performance and the control panel before committing funds.

🏢 Data Center

Hoste.pl keeps its servers in a Polish data centre, with the entire environment arranged around stability and data safety. The server room is housed in a monitored building with 24/7 security, electronic alarms, fire protection systems and dedicated air conditioning for IT areas. Power redundancy is provided by UPS units and a generator capable of maintaining operation during longer outages, which is crucial for continuous availability.

The hardware platform is modern and homogeneous:

• 2× Intel Xeon Silver 4416+ CPUs per server
• 128 GB DDR5 ECC RAM
• 2× 4 TB NVMe SSD in RAID 1 for storage redundancy
• Databases placed on fast NVMe media as well

This kind of configuration works very well for typical shared hosting workloads and, combined with NVMe-only storage, helps deliver low latency and quick response times even when many sites share the same physical machine.

Connectivity is multi-homed and handled via BGP, with several independent operators providing upstream links. Uplinks include providers such as ATMAN, Netia, PLIX, ACK, Cyfronet, Cogent and Orange, with 1 Gbit capacity each. This mix of Polish and international carriers offers good domestic routing inside Poland and solid international reach, while BGP ensures that traffic is automatically rerouted if any one carrier fails.

Backups are treated as a priority. Hoste.pl uses a combination of daily and weekly backups: daily copies kept for several days plus weekly copies stored for up to four weeks, accessible directly from the hosting panel for self-restore. Together with SSL on mail/WWW/FTP and strong antispam/antivirus filters, this backup strategy provides a robust safety net against accidental deletions, failed updates or hacked CMS installations.

✍️ Customer Support

Customer service is handled by a relatively small, experienced team rather than a large call center. The main point of contact is the Biuro Obsługi Klienta (Customer Service Office), reachable via email, with an emergency phone line available between 8:00 and 17:00 on working days. After 17:00, an on-duty administrator can be reached via a special email address so urgent issues can still be raised outside traditional office hours.
The support style is very much admin-driven. Administrators actively help with migrations, DNS changes, mail configuration and various CMS problems. This hands-on approach is reassuring for small businesses that may not have in-house technical staff; it feels more like dealing with a local IT partner than with an anonymous mass host.
In addition to direct contact, Hoste.pl maintains a knowledge base branded "To Proste w Hoste!" on the pomoc.hoste.pl subdomain. It contains step-by-step articles (with screenshots) covering common tasks such as:

• Adding and managing domains and subdomains
• Creating mailboxes, aliases, mailing lists and autoresponders
• Configuring email clients and SSL
• Changing PHP versions per domain
• Publishing a website via FTP and managing files

The main Pomoc (Help) page on hoste.pl links into these guides and surfaces frequently requested topics. There is no live chat widget or ticketing portal; support revolves around email, phone and the detailed documentation. For customers comfortable with email communication and looking for direct contact with the same team that maintains the infrastructure, this setup can be very effective.

🔨 Control Panel

Instead of standard panels like cPanel or Plesk, Hoste.pl uses its own control interfaces: HosteSerwer for hosting management and HostePanel for domain operations.
The HosteSerwer panel allows customers to:

• Manage domains and subdomains attached to the server, and map each to a specific directory
• Create and manage email accounts, aliases, mailing lists and autoresponders
• Configure FTP accounts and sub-accounts
• Set up Cron jobs and manage SSH access
• Create and maintain databases (with separate interfaces for MySQL and PostgreSQL)
• Restore backups and review resource usage statistics

A particularly useful option is the ability to choose the PHP version per domain or subdomain, from older builds up to very recent PHP 8.x versions. This makes it easier to host older websites alongside new applications on the same account without forcing everything onto a single PHP release.
The HostePanel domains interface is used to register, transfer and manage domains, including delegation changes and owner changes (cesja). Both control panels are complemented by webmail interfaces, and the shared hosting plans mention multiple webmail front-ends, giving users a choice of email UI.
Because the panel is custom, users coming from generic cPanel hosting will need a short adaptation period. However, the layout is tailored to Hoste.pl’s own services, and the knowledge base provides step-by-step instructions, which keeps the learning curve manageable.

🎯 Conclusion

Hoste.pl comes across as a local, technically solid Polish hosting provider that focuses on doing a small set of things very well rather than offering every possible product category. The centre of gravity is NVMe-based shared hosting in a Polish datacenter, backed by daily and weekly backups, multi-operator connectivity and a fairly advanced custom panel with SSH, Cron, Git and multiple PHP versions.

Key strengths include:

• Servers and data stored in Poland, attractive for performance, legal and privacy reasons for Polish and EU clients
• Clear, affordable annual pricing in PLN, with generous resources even on entry-level plans
• Unlimited domains, mailboxes and databases across all hosting packages
• Free migration and a free domain (for selected extensions) bundled with hosting
• Strong email feature set with robust antispam/antivirus and SSL for all services
• A 14-day free test period instead of forcing customers to pay without trying the service
• Direct access to administrators and a practical knowledge base that covers most routine tasks

On the other side, there are some limitations to keep in mind:

• Only Linux shared hosting is publicly available; there are no standard VPS or dedicated server offerings for projects needing full isolation
• The website and support are aimed at Polish-speaking users; there is no full multilingual interface or multi-currency billing
• Bank transfer is the formally documented payment method, which can be less convenient for some international customers
• There is no explicit numerical uptime SLA and no classic money-back guarantee; the trial period partially compensates for this, but risk-averse buyers may notice the absence of a refund clause

For individuals, freelancers and small businesses who want Polish-hosted websites with good performance, realistic pricing and direct access to a small but capable admin team, Hoste.pl is a strong, down-to-earth choice. For large international projects that require strict uptime SLAs, global support coverage or a broad portfolio of VPS, dedicated and cloud products, it is more of a solid niche provider than a complete infrastructure partner.

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