Compatibility with HostGator

Discussion in 'Pre Sales Questions' started by Katie Kennedy, Sep 24, 2012.

  1. Katie Kennedy New Member

    Hello,

    I would like to purchase 68 classifieds and from what I read in the forums, it seems like HostGator is a good web host to go with. However, I chatted with their customer service and they said I would have to have a VPS account in order to use 68 Classifieds, because it was the only thing that supported the ioncube loader. Is this correct? I also found this on their web site:

    " Is it possible to install ionCube PHP Accelerator on shared server?
    This is not possible on a shared or reseller plan.
    Basically, any kind of PHP op caching is not available with our PHP configuration. You must upgrade to a VPS or Dedicated Server to install ionCube PHP Accelerator."

    A VPS account is pretty pricey to just start out with. And from what I have read, it seems like others have had success with the Business plan?? If that is the case, how so? Or is there another host that supports ioncube for a decent price/month?

    Thanks!
  2. freeze2 Super Moderator

    HostDime ... nothing but good stuff to say !
  3. Mike-N-Tosh Owner

    Katie, unfortunately whoever you talked to at HostGator gave you absolutely incorrect information. Ioncube is on every single server that HostGator has!!!
  4. Katie Kennedy New Member

    Thanks to both of you. How weird - not impressed with Hostgator's live- chat personnel! But I still like their hosting options. I'll check out HostDime as well and then make my decision.

    Thanks!

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