Bluehost complete in-depth Review

Just by looking at BlueHost.com main web site, the company looks to be a legitimate and professional web host. It has visually appealing web site with clear contact information. Best of all, they have won countless legitimate awards, and the well written information on the website makes BlueHost seem like complete web host package. A great feature that seems to be be rare is it provides a demo of its control panel. (cPanel with some customized X skin) that actually works and easy to find. This is a great feature that allows you to review how cPanel works only if you are not familiar with it.

BLUEHOST PRICING and FEATURES

BlueHost provides Features that seem pretty standard that all the features expected of a web host, such as database support, cPanel, FTP, mail, etc. BlueHost one (only one I found, at least) package offers unlimited disk space and unlimited bandwidth. Not a limited number of databases (100 both MySQL and PostgreSQL) and FTP and email accounts than you could ever use (1000 and 2500, respectively). Plus Unlimited addon domains parked domains and subdomains is given.

TERMS OF USE OF SERVICE

BlueHost has a unique Terms of Use – there is no legal nonsense. It ‘s just some bullet points for the main page are included in most of the terms of use. Shaded section, “All functions can be monitored, recorded and examined by any authorized person, including law enforcement.” Semi-shade “Any violation found or fraudulent activity that system personnel deem inappropriate may have your account terminate immediately without notice, and recorded evidence reported to authorized persons.” Fairness, however, BlueHost, the points are clear, not hidden in the 10 pages of the contract.

CPANEL (CONTROL PANEL)

Two clicks later, I was in my control panel. If you are familiar with cPanel, you can probably skip this section. It is all very standard. You have the same SQL, subdomain, email, etc., like all other cPanel. There are some nice addons like a domain manager, Sitebuilder, and some options for managing your account (basically, it simply connects you to their billing system, but still comfortable). Bluehost has Fantastico, which from what I saw was updated with the latest stable versions of all scripts. Cpanel went very fast and does everything he should do.

INSTALLATION & SCRIPTING

Script as many BlueHost cPanel hosts supports addon domains. I created a few addon domain, and everything worked well and without problems. BlueHost does not allow SSH / Shell access by default, but says that will allow shell access to your account if you fax a copy of your driver’s license, passport, etc for them. I installed some basic scripts (a blog, a CMS, a forum) without any problems. The speed was average, and BlueHost seems to be in terms of software updates, etc.

BLUEHOST SUPPORT

Bluehost support team is excellent. Whether I email, call, or live chat, There’s always someone to respond and it’s prompt. I hardly wait for any response. If you go to Bluehost website, the live chat is directly available. You can chat with tech support, billing within seconds.