Common Questions
Everything you need to know about our free cPanel hosting, subdomains, and technical scope.
Is cpanelfree really 100% free with no hidden charges?
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Yes, completely free forever. There are zero upfront setup fees, no monthly bills, no credit card requirements, and no trial expiration dates. You can host your personal websites, blogs, and test projects on our free tier indefinitely without paying a single dollar.
How does cpanelfree compare to InfinityFree and other free hosts?
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Unlike InfinityFree which uses a modified, restricted VistaPanel filled with ads and enforces a strict 50,000 daily hits limit (resulting in 24-hour suspensions), cpanelfree provides genuine cPanel, zero forced ads on your site or dashboard, unmetered fair-use traffic, and full Softaculous with 400+ scripts. Read our detailed InfinityFree Review.
Can I install WordPress with one click and get free SSL?
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Yes. Softaculous is fully integrated inside your cPanel. You can install WordPress, create an admin account, and configure a database in under 60 seconds. Every website hosted on cpanelfree also receives automated Let's Encrypt SSL certificates that renew automatically. See our Free WordPress Hosting Guide.
Can I use a free subdomain or connect my own custom domain?
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Both options are supported. If you do not own a domain yet, you can claim a free subdomain on .c0m.in, .co4.in, or .cooo.in during signup from the Free Domain Page. If you already have your own custom domain (e.g., .com, .org, .in), you can point your DNS nameservers to cpanelfree and host it with zero restrictions.
Do you force ads on hosted websites?
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No. We maintain an absolute zero-ads policy. We never inject banners, popups, tracking scripts, or footer links into your web pages. Your website belongs entirely to you and reflects your professional brand.
What PHP versions and database types are supported?
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Every free account runs modern PHP versions (PHP 8.3, 8.2, 8.1) with OPcache, MySQL 8 / MariaDB databases, and phpMyAdmin for complete web-based database administration. You also have full access to .htaccess, mod_rewrite, and FTP. New to the panel? Start with our cPanel Tutorial for Beginners.
Why did 000webhost shut down and how can I migrate to cpanelfree?
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000webhost officially ceased operations in October 2024. Migrating to cpanelfree is easy: create your free account, upload your website files via cPanel File Manager or FTP, import your MySQL database through phpMyAdmin, and your site is live immediately with free SSL. Check out our 000webhost Alternatives Guide.
Do I need a credit card to sign up for free hosting?
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No credit card or payment information is ever requested for the free hosting tier. Simply register with your email address, select your domain or free subdomain, and start building. See how to host a website for free.
Is there a daily hit limit or risk of sudden suspension?
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No. Unlike competitor services that terminate or suspend accounts hitting 50,000 daily requests, cpanelfree operates on transparent, generous fair-use traffic designed to keep your personal sites, blogs, portfolios, and test projects running smoothly.
What happens if my project outgrows the free tier?
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Upgrades are completely optional and seamless. When your project needs custom domain business email (@yourdomain.com), dedicated NVMe allocations, or commercial ecommerce capacity, you can upgrade to Startup ($1.24/mo) or Ultimate ($7.99/mo) with zero downtime. Read our Free vs Paid Hosting Breakdown.
