FatCow

FatCow is a web hosting provider that has been helping individuals and small businesses get online since the late 1990s. The company offers an all-in-one hosting solution with a free domain included, unlimited email accounts, and a drag-and-drop website builder that simplifies site creation for beginners.

FatCow’s shared hosting plans stand out for offering “unlimited” disk space and bandwidth (within their terms of service) and include one-click installers to help get WordPress or other CMS platforms up and running quickly. The platform is targeted especially at users who want an affordable and straightforward way to launch a website without deep technical knowledge.

For users focused on domain names, FatCow also provides domain registration services and a variety of newer top-level domain options, making it easier to find a unique web address. While their feature set ticks many boxes for beginners and cost-conscious users, there are trade-offs in terms of more advanced features, performance consistency and renewal pricing.

Overall FatCow presents a compelling entry-level hosting option for individuals or small enterprises looking to establish a web presence with minimal setup. It works best for projects where ease of use and low upfront cost are priorities, rather than for high-traffic enterprise sites needing premium performance or scalability.