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TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Evaluating 115 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the helpful and knowledgeable staff for providing prompt solutions to technical problems, making website management much easier. People deeply appreciate the efficient support team when working through unexpected errors and getting things back online. However, some reviewers were not happy with the slow response times and poor communication regarding domain renewals and technical tickets. A few other people also felt that customer service was unhelpful, leaving them waiting for days without proper assistance when urgent issues arose. Some customers additionally noted difficulties reaching the right team or getting automated bots to resolve critical downtime problems.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I had inherited ownership of a website's content despite knowing nothing about how to manage it. I have deducted a star because the initial AI ChatBot provided an incorrect steer which effectively t... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Vladimir at HostTek.com consistently delivers outstanding service. He has helped me multiple times over the years, always getting my websites back up and running smoothly. Most recently, one of... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My site ran out of disk space but superhero Hassan had it all sorted in no time. Hostek are the best hosting company I've worked with in 30 years and the staff do a magnificent job. Their Coldus... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been using Hostek for a very long time over a decade developing and testing my customers database driven web MSSQL and CF applications. Their customer support has always been good. Today Ste... See more

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  1. Cloud Computing Service
  2. also in
  3. Business and IT Consulting Agency
  4. Cloud Storage Service
  5. Drives and Storage Service
  6. Web Hosting Company

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Founded in 1998, Hostek has experience on all sides of the Web hosting industry. Hostek offers the best customer service in the hosting industry. We own and operate our servers and datacenters around the globe, you may choose where your data is stored and services delivered from. Hostek specializes in managed Cloud (VPS) hosting solutions.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had some issues in logging into my…

I had some issues in logging into my website account . Joao helped me from the scratch with so much patience until I fixed the issue. Joao was really helpful and guided me step by step to sort out my problem. 5 star to the service.

16 October 2025
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Thanks for your time! Have a great week!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Leaving after many years

I originally had my domain & email hosted by Gradwell who sold me off to Pickaweb who subsequently sold out to Hostek.
Out of the blue a couple of months ago the charge doubled from £13.19/month to £26.38/month! However that wasn't the reason why I left. What settled it for me was that I discovered that some of my outgoing emails were being incorrectly blocked by anti-SPAM measures BUT there was no bounce back message informing me that the email was blocked. It's bad enough that my innocent emails got flagged as SPAM but not to inform me that the message never got sent is simply outrageous. I've run mail servers & never come across this kind of behaviour before. When I messaged Support all they could suggest was that change the format of the email so it didn't get flagged as SPAM.
The good news is that I migrated to GoDaddy who now host my domain & mail. It only costs me £7/month & the user interface & experience is light years ahead of Hostek. The migration was trouble free & required no intervention on my part as GoDaddy did all the work for me in migrating hundreds of thousands of emails (Over 20 years & 25GB of messages). I wish I had done this years ago.

25 September 2025
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Reply from Hostek

Hello,

We're sorry to hear this, and while most providers do not auto flag spam in the way you're looking for, we wish you the best with your new provider!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've always found Hostek to be…

I've always found Hostek to be responsive when I have problems with my domain and email, and Vlad helped to ensure that my flood of SSL error messages was eliminated.

12 October 2025
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Thanks for your time! Have a great week!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Support Reps

My experience using Hostek for my websites for almost 2 decades has been very good. Some support reps have been exceptional and Vlad is one of them. Prompt response with determination to resolve any issues.

8 October 2025
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Reply from Hostek

Thanks for your time! Have a great week!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hostek have improved no end recently

Hostek have improved no end recently. Their customer service is quick, polite and endlessly patient. Vlad, Fin, Tasha, and Hassan amongst a number of others were quick to pick up the issue from each other so for me finding a solution was quick and seamless

7 October 2025
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Reply from Hostek

We're so happy to hear this, we have been working really hard at it!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Not Friendly

I have been trying by e mail and chat to terminate my account with this compan. I yChatted with agent and when it got too much for him to research my account terminated the chat abruptly..also HOSTEK assumes everyone has a smartphone to use for a QR code and if you do not have one NO WAY are you goinG to be able to access your account.. They seem to have closed a UK office so you cant speak personally to anyone.
.AVOID...you get a better response from chimps at the zoo

2 October 2025
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Reply from Hostek

Hi Ross,

We did show you an alternative way to do 2FA via the browser. Unfortunately, all merchants who process over X amount in transactions are required to do 2FA. We appreciate your understanding,

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Difficulties With My Business Site

My main business site, from which I manage nearly 30 domains for customers, was down causing delays in customers being able to pay their invoicing. Joao got my site back up and running.

2 October 2025
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Thanks for your time! Have a great week!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I would avoid Hostek. Absolutely shocking

I would avoid Hostek as they seem to be extremely desperate for money, at a level I've never seen with a hosting company. In the last 12 months, first of all they changed the billing cycle so last year they actually charged 13 months. This year they've now increased the cost per month by 100% with no advance notice.
Also although they have automated billing, they now don't charge after an invoice is generated, but will wait until they've added a late payment fee, then miraculously find the ability to automatically charge the card on account.
Absolutely everything screams that this company is going downhill fast and absolutely desperate to increase income any way possible.
After several years with Hostek, I'm now looking for a new host.

24 September 2025
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Reply from Hostek

While none of this is actually accurate, as I've reviewed this account as well as the charge logs from the merchant (which show your card declining the initial charge), we do appreciate you taking the time to post, and wish you the best in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick and Effective Support.

Joao was my support person and he addressed the issue quickly, communicated well, and solved the issue in a short time. He also explained the issue solution, which helps in case the issue arises again. Excellent support.

25 September 2025
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Reply from Hostek

Thanks so much Peter1

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great

Mr. Vlad and the team members is very supportive and help us to find and resolve any issues quicker

15 September 2025
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Reply from Hostek

Glad to hear it Mani!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've always had excellent service from…

I've always had excellent service from Hostek and would highly recommend them. A special mention to Vlad who was exceptional in his assistance recently with a complex technical issue

12 September 2025
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Reply from Hostek

Awesome to hear it John!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Glad that Vlad is super helpful. Hostek rocks!

We have been with Hostek for the last 15 years. The tech support team is great in resolving any issues that arise. Especially Vlad is a great support member who is friendly and capable. Thanks, Vlad. You saved our energy and time many times by assisting us when ever there is some trouble. Good job!

11 September 2025
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Reply from Hostek

Ran, thank you for your loyalty, and appreciate you taking the time to leave a review! have a grest day!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

20 years and I'm leaving (rubbish service)

I've been with this company (from pickaweb) for almost 20 years but no more.

Can't speak with an agent or log a ticket and they put my prices up 50% with no communications. Rubbish service

10 September 2025
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Reply from Hostek

Jason,

Sorry to hear about this. Unfortunately, price increases are in fact part of the industry these days, in fact we're one of the last to implement them. Communication was indeed sent as well regarding the increase. We, of course, wish you the best going forward!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superior Tech Support

Bought my domain originally from Pickaweb who have been taken over by Hostek.

Had a stroke and needed to reduce my costs, Ivan from Hostek Tech support went above and beyond to assist me with setting up my MS exchange email.

So far so good with zero downtime 24 hours later!

Thanks Vlad

2 September 2025
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Reply from Hostek

Thanks Andrew!

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