Install Web Apps & Software in Seconds
Every HostPapa plan includes free one-click app installation through Softaculous, the industry's most trusted app installer. Launch WordPress, set up an online store, start a forum, or build a learning platform without touching a single line of code. Every plan also includes a free domain and free SSL certificate, so you can go from signup to live site in one afternoon.
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If for any reason you’re not satisfied with our services, you can cancel at any time in the first 30 days of signup to receive a full refund for the service.
Domain fees are non-refundable.
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What Is the Softaculous App Installer?
Softaculous is a free, browser-based app installer built into your HostPapa cPanel (your hosting control panel). It gives you access to over 400 web applications across dozens of categories. Easily install any of them in as little as one click, no technical setup required.
Think of it as an app store for your website. You browse, pick an app, fill in a few basic details (like your site name), and hit install. Softaculous handles everything else: the file setup, the database, the configuration. Your app is live and ready to use in under two minutes. It's one of the most popular tools in web hosting, and we include it at no extra cost on all our plans.
BUILT FOR COMPATIBILITY
Server Specs That Support Every App
Our hosting environment is configured to support the entire software library right out of the box. You don't need to upgrade your plan or configure anything manually.
Every HostPapa plan includes enterprise-grade NVMe storage, so your installed apps load fast from the moment they go live. No slow shared drives, no bottlenecks. Our built-in global CDN also means your apps serve content from the server closest to each visitor, keeping load times fast no matter where your audience is.
Full PHP 8.x support
All HostPapa plans run the latest PHP versions, keeping your WordPress, Joomla, and other PHP-based apps fast, secure, and compatible with the latest plugins and themes.
Database support built in
MySQL 8.0 and MariaDB are available on all plans, so your CMS, eCommerce store, or community platform has the database engine it needs from day one.
Developer-ready environment
Need to run Python scripts, manage version control, or work with SSH? Our plans support Python, Git, and SSH access so your development workflow never hits a wall.
Explore the Stack
Software Hosting
Our software category includes essential tools for developers, administrators, and power users looking to implement specific capabilities beyond standard web hosting features.
Add a guestbook to your site, let visitors leave comments or messages with ease. Feels retro, but still useful for personal sites.
A lightweight but powerful wiki platform that doesn’t need a database. Great for documentation, intranets, or collaborative knowledge bases.
A business-friendly web directory script, think of it as your go-to tool for launching link directories or niche directories.
A sleek, modern blogging platform built with developers in mind. Lightweight, fast, and designed for simplicity without sacrificing power.
Create your own job board with Jobberbase! It’s a clean, modern platform perfect for niche or local job listings.
MediaWiki is a top choice for large-scale collaborative documentation and knowledge-sharing sites.
Whether it’s jobs, rentals, or used gear, Noah's Classifieds allows you to quickly and easily create a local classified listings board.
This CMS and social network hybrid platform was rebranded to Composr, perfect for all-in-one community sites.
A cataloging and library management system perfect for schools or small public libraries. Super niche, super useful.
One of the original CMSs from the early days of the web. PHP-Nuke is nostalgic, powerful, and still kicking for basic community websites.
A tiny CMS that’s beginner-friendly and great for small sites. Think “business card site” or “portfolio page” made easy.
A social publishing CMS built around user-submitted content. Great for creating a Digg-style community or niche news portal.
A sleek, web-based IMAP email client that feels like a desktop app. Roundcube is fast, secure, and great for hosting your own email.
A microblogging platform for building private or public social networks. Think of it like running your own mini Twitter.
A super minimal CMS with just one file. Perfect for static-style sites or when you want full control with zero bloat.
Soholaunch is an all-in-one website builder and CMS aimed at small businesses.
A classic version control system for managing code, still used by legacy teams who want centralized version control.
WHY HOSTPAPA FOR YOUR APPS
Everything Your Apps Need to Run Well
A great app installer is only half the story. Your apps also need a hosting environment that's fast, reliable, and easy to manage. That's exactly what you get with every HostPapa plan.
99.9% Uptime Guarantee
Your installed apps stay online around the clock. We back every plan with our 99.9% uptime guarantee, because downtime hurts your business, and we take that seriously.
Free Website Migration
Already have apps running on another host? Our team will move everything over for free, files, databases, apps, and settings, with no downtime and no data loss.
24/7 PapaSquad Support
If you run into anything during setup or after your apps go live, our PapaSquad experts are available 24/7 by phone, chat, and email. Real people, real help, around the clock.
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Explore Powerful App Categories
From CMS to eCommerce, discover tools to build, grow, and manage your online presence.
Tools to easily control, schedule, and monetize ads across your website, perfect for boosting revenue without the hassle.
Track visitor behavior, site traffic, and performance in real time. Get the insights you need to grow smarter.
Share your voice with the world. Blog platforms make publishing content fast, easy, and beautiful.
Build and manage websites easily with no coding required. From simple pages to full-featured portals, CMS tools power it all.
Offer fast, organized help with ticket systems, live chat, and knowledge bases. Keep your users happy and loyal.
Offer fast, organized help with ticket systems, live chat, and knowledge bases. Keep your users happy and loyal.
From physical goods to digital downloads, sell anything online with a platforms designed to power your entire store.
Create, manage, and deliver online learning. Perfect for schools, training centers, and anyone sharing knowledge.
Build thriving communities with discussion boards that are simple to use and rich in features.
Show off your photos or media in sleek, responsive galleries. Great for artists, photographers, and portfolios.
Tools to organize your team, projects, time, or finances. Stay on top of everything in one place.
Launch your own social platform with profiles, feeds, messaging, and more. Easily build your community with your rules.
Self-hosted tools and apps that add powerful features to your site, from productivity boosters to custom utilities built to fit your workflow.
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Compare Our Web Hosting Plans
Want to dive into the numbers? At HostPapa, we're proud of our powerful, secure, and reliable Web Hosting servers.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
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
1
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
5GB
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
All your questions in one place! Whether it’s helping you choose a domain name, walking you through our website builder, or configuring your cloud email system for your business, we’re here to help!
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Yes. Softaculous is included at no extra cost on all HostPapa shared Web Hosting plans. You don't need to purchase or activate it separately. Log into your cPanel and look for the Softaculous App Installer in the Software section to access the full app library.
