Migrate from Hostinger to Elestio
Outgrow shared hosting. Move to dedicated VMs with full SSH access, 400+ managed services, and transparent pricing that does not double on renewal.
Why migrate
Why teams are leaving Hostinger
Shared Hosting Limitations
Hostinger's affordable plans use shared servers with limited resources. Performance degrades with traffic, and root access is restricted.
Basic Software Support
Limited to WordPress and a few CMSs. No managed databases, dev tools, or AI workloads. No Docker support on shared plans.
Manual Server Management on VPS
VPS plans offer more control but require full manual administration. No automated backups, updates, or monitoring included.
Before vs After Migration
What changes when you move from Hostinger shared hosting to Elestio dedicated VMs.
Step-by-Step Migration Guide
Move from Hostinger shared hosting to Elestio dedicated VMs in under an hour.
Export Your Hostinger Data
Use Hostinger's backup manager or hPanel to export your website files and database. For WordPress sites, use a plugin like All-in-One WP Migration or export via phpMyAdmin and FTP.
Deploy Your Service on Elestio
Sign up on Elestio, choose your cloud provider and region, then deploy from the 400+ service catalog. For WordPress, deploy Managed WordPress with one click on a dedicated VM.
Import Your Data
Elestio provides built-in migration tools in the dashboard for most databases. You also have full root SSH access for manual transfers. Follow our migration guides for detailed instructions. Our support team can assist you directly.
Configure Domains and SSL
Add your custom domains in the Elestio dashboard. SSL certificates are provisioned automatically. Connect your CI/CD pipeline if deploying from a Git repository.
Switch DNS and Go Live
Update your DNS records to point to your new Elestio deployment. Verify your site is working correctly on the dedicated VM, then cancel your Hostinger subscription before the next renewal price hike.
What You Get After Migration
A quantum leap from shared hosting to professional infrastructure.
Dedicated Resources
Your own vCPU, RAM, and SSD. No noisy neighbors, no shared resource contention. Consistent performance under any traffic load.
400+ Services
Go beyond WordPress. Deploy databases, applications, dev tools, and AI workloads on the same platform.
Full Root Access
SSH, Docker, custom packages, cron jobs, background processes -- everything Hostinger restricts, Elestio provides as standard.
Honest Pricing
Transparent pricing from $11/mo. Same price today and next year. Pay monthly, no multi-year lock-in required.
Reviews
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Real reviews from real users on Trustpilot.
"I'm in the IT industry for over 25 years and Elestio stands out in many ways. The managed services are top-notch, support is incredibly fast, and the platform just works. Couldn't be better!"
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why should I migrate from Hostinger to Elestio?
Hostinger offers shared hosting with limited resources starting at $9.99/mo. Elestio provides dedicated VMs with 400+ managed services, full SSH access, automated management, and transparent pricing starting at $11/mo.
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Is Elestio more expensive than Hostinger?
Hostinger shared hosting costs $9.99-14.99/mo with limited resources and no dedicated infrastructure. Elestio starts at $11/mo for a dedicated VM with 1 vCPU, 1 GB RAM on Linode, full SSH access, and full management. You get significantly more value per dollar.
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Can I run Docker containers on Elestio?
Yes. Unlike Hostinger's shared hosting which does not support Docker, Elestio deploys everything on dedicated VMs with full Docker support. You can run any containerized application from the 400+ service catalog or deploy your own custom containers via CI/CD.
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Do I get SSH access with Elestio?
Yes, full root SSH access on every plan. Hostinger restricts SSH access on basic plans and never provides root access on shared hosting. With Elestio, you have complete control over your dedicated VM.
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Can I run more than just WordPress on Elestio?
Absolutely. While Hostinger focuses primarily on WordPress hosting, Elestio supports 400+ managed services including databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB), applications (n8n, Supabase, Keycloak), development tools, and AI/GPU workloads.
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How long does migration from Hostinger take?
Most migrations take 30-60 minutes. For WordPress sites, export your content and database from Hostinger, deploy WordPress on Elestio with one click, and import your data. For other services, deploy from the Elestio catalog and migrate data via SFTP or database tools.