Billing terms
Monthly, 6-month or yearly hosting: which term should you pick?
On our plans the cost per month is about the same whichever term you choose, so the decision is about commitment and perks, not a discount. The Medium plan is £2.79 a month, £16.72 for six months or £33.45 for a year. Yearly billing is required for free website migration and for the free .co.uk or .uk domain with Limitless Plus.
What you pay
The Medium plan by billing term
The amount charged at each term, so you can compare the commitment.
Per month, all three work out at about £2.79. Shorter terms vary by plan, so check the options for yours.
The terms
What each billing term gives you
| Monthly | Every 6 months | Yearly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commitment | One month at a time | Half a year | A full year |
| Cost per month | Same | Same | Same |
| Free website migration | No | No | Yes, on Small or higher |
| Free domain with Limitless Plus | No | No | Yes, first year |
| Best for | Testing, short projects | Seasonal or uncertain sites | Sites you plan to keep |
Check the exact price of each term at checkout. The 15-day money-back guarantee covers your first order whichever term you choose.
Choosing
Which term fits you?
Choose yearly when
- You plan to keep the site for a year or more
- You want free migration from another host
- You are buying Limitless Plus for the free domain
- You prefer one payment and fewer renewals to track
Choose a shorter term when
- You are testing an idea or building a short project
- Cash flow matters more than convenience
- You are not sure the site will stay here
- You can move your own site without our help
Changing later
Starting short and moving to yearly
Order a shorter term
Start with monthly or six months while you test the service.
Use the 15 days
Check speed, email and support during the money-back window.
Decide
If you like it, choose a longer term at renewal.
Plan the renewal
Note the date so a payment never catches you by surprise.
Worked examples
Choosing a term in three real situations
A new business testing its website. You are not sure how the site will perform, and cash is tight. Start on a shorter term, use the 15-day guarantee, and move to a longer term after a few months.
A freelancer moving a site from another host. You want the move done for you, and you intend to stay. Choose a Small plan or higher billed yearly, which includes free migration.
An agency picking a plan for client sites. You will keep the account for years. Choose yearly billing, which keeps renewals simple and, on Limitless Plus, includes the free domain for the first year.
Before you pay
What to check at checkout
The checkout shows the price for every term on your plan before you pay, so compare the totals rather than relying on this page. Check which billing terms apply to the plan you have picked, because they differ by plan.
- The total for each term, in pounds
- The renewal date and the renewal price
- Whether the free domain or free migration applies to your term
- The domain, if you are registering one in the same order
Pick your plan and your term
Prices for every term are shown at checkout before you pay.
FAQ
Common questions
Is yearly cheaper per month?
No. The monthly cost is about the same across terms. Yearly is better for perks such as free migration, and for fewer payments.
Which plans can be billed monthly?
Medium, Large, Limitless and Limitless Plus offer monthly billing. Small is available for 3 months, 6 months or a year, and Very Small for 6 months, 9 months or a year. Check the exact terms for your plan at checkout.
Does the refund apply to every term?
Yes. The 15-day money-back guarantee applies to your first hosting order.
When do I pay the renewal?
Your plan renews at the end of the term you chose. Watch for the reminder emails.
Keep reading
Related pages
Choose the term that suits you
Start with a 15-day money-back guarantee, whatever billing term you pick.