Power Your Community with Fast, Reliable Elgg Hosting
Building an online community shouldn't require a tech degree. With HostPapa's Elgg hosting, you get everything you need to launch, run, and grow a social networking site, without the headaches. Install Elgg in one click, get Free SSL and a Free domain, and count on our expert support team whenever you need a hand.
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What Is Elgg?
Elgg is a powerful, open-source social networking platform that gives you everything you need to build and manage your own online community, without the limitations of traditional social media platforms.
Released under the GNU General Public License (GPL), Elgg puts you in complete control. That means no restrictive rules, no forced upgrades, and no recurring software fees. You’re free to customize every aspect of your site, extend functionality with a wide range of plugins, and shape the experience to match your vision.
Elgg has been used by universities, businesses, and nonprofits worldwide to build everything from private employee intranets to public community hubs. If you want a social network that's truly yours, Elgg is one of the most trusted open-source options available.
Who Uses Elgg?
Elgg supports a wide range of use cases thanks to its flexibility, extensive plugin ecosystem, and user-focused design. It easily adapts to your goals, from simple community sites to fully customized social platforms. Here are some of the most common ways people use Elgg:
Universities & schools
Nonprofits & community groups
Developers & agencies
Online communities & interest groups
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What Does Elgg Include Out of the Box?
Elgg comes with a solid set of social networking features right from the start:
- User profiles with customizable bios, avatars, and activity feeds.
- Groups and communities so members can gather around shared interests.
- Messaging and notifications so users stay connected.
- Blogs and file sharing are built into the core platform.
- Plugin support for extending functionality; there are thousands of free plugins available.
- Developer API for building custom features or integrations.
- Access controls so you can decide who sees what across your platform.
And because it's open source, there's an active developer community constantly improving and expanding what Elgg can do.
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Having trouble installing Elgg? Get 24/7 support from the PapaSquad by phone, live chat, and email.
Get Started In 4 Easy Steps
1-Click Elgg Installation
Installing Elgg on your HostPapa account is quick and beginner‑friendly. There’s no need to download files, create databases, or use FTP. The Softaculous app installer does the technical work for you in just a few clicks.
Open cPanel
Log in to your dashboard, then open cPanel for your account.
Find Elgg
Search for Elgg in the Softaculous app installer.
Click Install
Hit the "install" button to start the Elgg installation process.
Follow the Prompts
Follow the instructions to finish your Elgg installation.
Powerful Elgg Hosting: Built for Communities That Grow
Running a social network means your hosting needs to keep up as your community grows. Here's what's included in every HostPapa Web Hosting plan to make sure it does.
Enterprise-Grade NVMe Storage
Free SSL Certificate on Every Plan
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Free Domain Registration
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Advanced Website Security for Peace of Mind
Keep your website safe with Imunify360. This all-in-one security suite provides enterprise-grade protection, working silently in the background to protect every site on your account. Comes with automated malware detection and removal, intrusion prevention, a powerful Web Application Firewall (WAF), and proactive defense against emerging threats.Protection Power
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CHOOSE THE RIGHT SOCIAL NETWORKING TOOL FOR YOU
Elgg vs. Other Social Networking Platforms
Not sure if Elgg is the right fit for your community? Here's how it stacks up against a few popular alternatives.
Elgg vs. BuddyPress
Elgg vs. Etano
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Which Social Networking Tool Should You Choose?
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Power Your Social Network With Elgg Hosting from HostPapa
With HostPapa's easy installation of social networking solutions, you can have a full-featured Elgg site up and running in minutes. Our servers run the latest stable versions of PHP and MySQL, giving you a solid foundation for your Elgg community right from the start. Add our 99.9% uptime guarantee, and you've got a platform your members can count on around the clock.
Our Elgg hosting plans include everything you need to get started, including one-click installation via Softaculous, NVMe storage for fast load times, and a Free SSL certificate on every plan. As your community grows, HostPapa can scale with you, offering additional bandwidth and storage, automated backups, a dedicated IP address, and more.
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At HostPapa, we want to make sure you have everything you need to build a thriving Elgg community. We've got an extensive knowledge base, video tutorials, live chat, and a dedicated 24/7 multilingual support team ready to help. With free setup, free migration, and a 30-day money-back guarantee1, HostPapa is the hosting partner your Elgg site deserves.
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At HostPapa, we're dedicated to making sure you have the tools and knowledge you need to make the most of your Elgg site. We have an extensive knowledge base, video tutorials, live chat, and a dedicated 24/7 multilingual support team standing by with expert guidance. With free setup and transfers and a 30-day money-back guarantee1, it's clear that HostPapa is the first choice for the best Elgg hosting.
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Number of supported websites
Email addresses
Inbox storage
Website staging
Softaculous script installer
CMS scripts 1-click setup (WordPress, Joomla!, Drupal etc.)
Free domain registration or transfer1
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25GB
2
1GB
5
100GB
10
1GB
Unlimited
200GB
40
2GB
Unlimited
Unmetered
Unlimited
2GB
Number of pages
No-code, easy wizard-driven setup
Site backups
Multilingual sites
Build from any device
Responsive, mobile-ready sites
SEO optimization tools
2
2 Latest versions
2 Languages
2
2 Latest versions
2 Languages
2
2 Latest versions
2 Languages
Email addresses
Email forwarding accounts
Email autoresponders
IMAP/IMAP-SSL connections
POP3/POP3-SSL connections
SMTP/SMTP-SSL connections
Email aliases
Email virus scanning
SpamAssassin spam protection
Outgoing filtering
Webmail
Business-grade email available
Individual mailbox storage
Overall mailbox storage
Email sends per hour
Email attachment size
2
2
Unlimited
25
1GB
2GB
200
20MB
10
10
Unlimited
25
1GB
5GB
200
20MB
40
40
Unlimited
25
2GB
10GB
300
20MB
Unlimited
Unlimited
Unlimited
25
2GB
20GB
600
20MB
Daily malware scan
Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Protected pages
Manual vulnerability scan
Secure website trust seal
Automated malware detection
Real-time notifications and alerts
Malware removal assistance
Website performance acceleration
Improved page load speed
Dynamic website acceleration
Asset preloading
Anycast DNS
Speed 10/40/100GBPS
Layer 7 DDoS protection
Layer 3, 4, 5, 6 DDoS protection
Instant purge
One-time
One-time
One-time
Server firewall, monitoring, and intrusion detection
DDoS attack prevention and responses
Multi-factor biometric access data centre
Redundant network carriers
Network monitoring
Brute force detection
CloudLinux O/S protection
Imunify360
ModSecurity
Standard SSL
Domain privacy protection
Premium SSL
Automated website backup
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5GB
10GB
Server resources
Entry points
CPU cores
MySQL usage
PHP 5.6, 7.0, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 8.0, 8.1 (choose your version)
Memory
I/O Usage
Inodes
Minimum cron job interval
Database size
Table size
Hosted domains
Subdomains
Unlimited add-on domains
Unlimited parked domains
Server resources
- Entry points: 10
- CPU cores: 1 core
- MySQL usage: 1 core MySQL
- Memory per process: 1024MB
- Inodes: 150,000
- Minimum Cron Job Interval: 30 minutes
- Database size: 500MB
- Table size: 250MB
10
1 Core
1 Core MySQL
1,024MB
2,048 KB/s
150,000
30 Minutes
500MB
250MB
1
20
Server resources
- Entry points: 20
- CPU cores: 2 core
- MySQL usage: 2 core MySQL
- Memory per process: 1024MB
- Inodes: 300,000
- Minimum Cron Job Interval: 30 minutes
- Database size: 1000MB
- Table size: 500MB
20
2 Core
2 Core MySQL
1,024MB
3,072 KB/s
300,000
30 Minutes
1GB
500MB
5
100
Server resources
- Entry points: 40
- CPU cores: 4 core
- MySQL usage: 4 core MySQL
- Memory per process: 1024MB
- Inodes: 450,000
- Minimum Cron Job Interval: 20 minutes
- Database size: 2000MB
- Table size: 1000MB
40
4 Core
4 Core MySQL
1,024MB
4,096 KB/s
450,000
20 Minutes
2GB
1GB
Unlimited
Unlimited
Server resources
- Entry points: 40
- CPU cores: 4 core
- MySQL usage: 4 core MySQL
- Memory per process: 1024MB
- Inodes: 450,000
- Minimum Cron Job Interval: 20 minutes
- Database size: 2000MB
- Table size: 1000MB
80
8 Core
8 Core MySQL
2,048MB
8,192 KB/s
600,000
10 Minutes
4GB
2GB
Unlimited
Unlimited
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Elgg hosting?
Elgg hosting is a web hosting plan that's set up and ready to run the Elgg social networking platform. With HostPapa, you get one-click Elgg installation via Softaculous, a pre-configured server environment that meets all of Elgg's requirements, and 24/7 support to help you get started.
Is Elgg free to use?
Yes, Elgg itself is completely free. It's released under the GNU General Public License (GPL), so you can download, install, and modify it at no cost. All you pay for is a hosting plan to run it on.
What PHP version does Elgg require?
The current version of Elgg requires PHP 8.1 or higher. All HostPapa Web Hosting plans include PHP 8.1+, so you're covered without any manual configuration.
How do I install Elgg on HostPapa?
Log in to cPanel, open the Softaculous Apps Installer, search for "Elgg," and click Install. You'll fill in a few basic settings (site name, admin username, password), and Softaculous handles everything else. The whole process takes about two minutes.
Which Elgg version does HostPapa install?
Softaculous always installs the latest stable version of Elgg. You'll get an email notification when a new version is available so you can update with one click.
Can I migrate my existing Elgg site to HostPapa?
Yes, and it's completely free. Our migration team will transfer your Elgg files, database, and configuration to HostPapa's servers without any downtime. Just reach out to our PapaSquad team after signing up.
What can I build with Elgg?
You can build almost any kind of online community with Elgg: a university social network, a business intranet, a member community for a nonprofit, a forum-style interest group, or a fully custom social platform with plugins and custom development.
Does Elgg support plugins?
Yes. Elgg has a large plugin library that lets you add features like advanced messaging, gamification, forums, events, and more. There are thousands of free and premium plugins available through the Elgg community.
What's the difference between Elgg and BuddyPress?
Both are free, open-source social networking platforms. Elgg is a standalone application, meaning it runs on its own; you don't need WordPress. BuddyPress extends an existing WordPress site with social features. If you want a dedicated social network without WordPress, Elgg is usually the better fit.
What hosting plan do I need for Elgg?
Our Essentials plan works well for smaller communities just getting started. If you're expecting high traffic or a large number of active members, we recommend the Elite plan for more resources. For very large communities, consider our VPS Hosting options.
Is my Elgg community secure on HostPapa?
Yes. Every HostPapa plan includes a free SSL certificate, CloudLinux server isolation, Imunify360 malware protection, and our Protection Power security suite. We also recommend enabling Elgg's built-in access controls to manage who can join and interact on your platform.
