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AwardSpace free tier

Ad-free free hosting for one small PHP site with a database and email.

Checked against AwardSpace's official pages on 1 Nov 2026. Free tiers change, so confirm before you commit.

What AwardSpace's free plan gives you

Host one domain plus three free subdomains, one MySQL database and 5 GB monthly traffic, with no ads.

AwardSpace free plan limits
LimitFree plan
Traffic5 GB / month
Sites1 domain + 3 subdomains
MySQL1 database (MySQL 5.7)
EmailYes, own-domain address

The catch

Only one database is shared by all your sites, and traffic stops at 5 GB per month.

Pros and cons

Good

  • No ads
  • No card
  • Email on your domain

Watch out

  • Single database
  • 5 GB traffic
  • Older PHP/MySQL versions listed

How to start on AwardSpace

  1. 1

    Sign up for the free plan

  2. 2

    Pick a free subdomain or add your domain

  3. 3

    Use the one-click installer for WordPress

  4. 4

    Create your email account

  5. 5

    Upload files via the file manager or FTP

AwardSpace: questions

Is AwardSpace free?

Host one domain plus three free subdomains, one MySQL database and 5 GB monthly traffic, with no ads. Free plan ends: Never.

Does AwardSpace need a credit card?

No, you can sign up for AwardSpace's free plan without a card.

What is the catch with AwardSpace's free plan?

Only one database is shared by all your sites, and traffic stops at 5 GB per month.

Can I use my own domain on AwardSpace for free?

Yes, you can connect your own domain on the free plan. You also get a free address at Choice of free AwardSpace subdomains.

What are the best free alternatives to AwardSpace?

ByetHost, Freehostia, x10Hosting. Compare their limits on this page or open each one for details.

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