Octenium Essentiel, DZD 2,900.00/yr. on Linux Shared

Essentiel has been added on Aug 16, 2025, Aggregate Rating (8.5 out of 10 from 12 reviews)

🔌 Hosted domains :	2
🆓 free domains :	1
📌 Dedicated IPs :	0
💳 Payment Methods :	Credit / Debit / Prepaid Cards
🔨 Control Panel :	CPanel
🔧 Category :	BackupWordpress
🌏 Server Locations :	Algeria
⚑ Targeting :	DZ
🚀 Uptime :	99.99 %

See also initial Essentiel plan location on their website!

*📜 Plan description

📄 Editorial Review

Octenium Review – Algerian Hosting and Domain Provider

Founded in 2008, Octenium has grown into one of Algeria’s more prominent hosting companies, offering services for individuals, professionals, and businesses of varying sizes. As an ICANN-accredited domain registrar, they combine affordable hosting with reliable infrastructure and additional solutions such as backup systems, SMS services, and card payment tools. Their website and services are available in French, making them accessible to the local market.

Hosting Services

Shared Hosting

Octenium’s shared hosting plans run on SSD-based infrastructure and are optimized for WordPress. Features include:

• Free SSL certificates and a free domain name (annual plans)
• Over 440 one-click applications (WordPress, Joomla, Magento, and more)
• Support for Node.js, Python, and Ruby
• Automated updates without downtime
• Backup and restore tools

Plans are managed through cPanel, ensuring ease of use for beginners and flexibility for experienced users.

VPS Hosting

Their VPS packages come with unlimited traffic, root SSH access, a fixed IP address, and DDoS protection. Customers can configure resources to suit their needs, while speed reaches up to 100 Mbps. VPS servers are designed for those requiring more control than shared hosting can provide.

Dedicated Servers

Dedicated solutions are powered by multi-core Intel Xeon processors with RAID 10 storage, delivering reliability and performance. Bandwidth is capped at 250 Mbps, and servers can be tailored according to business requirements. Customers manage their servers through Octenium’s proprietary control platform, which emphasizes simplicity and security.

Domain and Email Hosting

As a registrar, Octenium offers domain registration and transfer services, alongside professional email hosting that integrates with calendars and contacts across devices. Anti-spam measures and weekly backups strengthen reliability for business use.

Pricing and Refunds

Octenium positions itself as an affordable provider, with flexible billing cycles (monthly or yearly). While prices are competitive, the refund policy remains vague, which may raise concerns for customers expecting a clear trial or money-back guarantee.

Reliability and Data Center

The company commits to a 99.9% uptime guarantee, supported by weekly backups and high-speed servers. They emphasize "zero downtime," though in practice, this reflects their commitment to minimizing disruptions rather than guaranteeing uninterrupted service. Octenium’s operations are based in Zéralda, Algiers.

Customer Support

Support is available Sunday through Thursday, 9am to 5pm, via phone, email, or ticket system. The limited operating hours may be restrictive compared to providers offering full 24/7 coverage. However, customers also have access to an online knowledge base, FAQ section, and are able to reach the company via Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

Strengths and Weaknesses

Octenium’s main strengths include WordPress-optimized hosting, SSD-powered infrastructure, DDoS protection on VPS plans, and flexible dedicated server setups. Their free extras—domains, SSL certificates, backups—add value, particularly for small to medium-sized businesses.
On the other hand, the unclear refund policy and restricted support hours could be limiting factors for businesses needing round-the-clock service.