fortrabbit
PHP hosting for developers.
Running on AWS. Serving world wide.
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Pricing applies per environment. Change plans at any time. Each new app starts as a free trial.
Real world applications.
LAMP stack with one environment. It includes MySQL and thus runs CMS driven projects with lean requirements.
LAMP stack with two environments. Includes backups for production. Ideal for serious CMS projects and client work.
LAMP stack with three environments and backups. Ideal for larger CMS or e-commerce projects requiring high uptime.
Change plans at any times.
Every new app starts with a 72-hour free trial. Access all features without obligations. Optionally add a payment method to keep it after trial.
One-size-fits-all just does not cut it. Book what is really required. Components are booked and scaled individually, per environment. Host small projects at an affordable price, while keeping flexibility for large setups.
Components are sized in ranges for predictable costs. The smallest web traffic plan, for instance, is sufficient for 96% of websites. Even with autoscaling enabled, hosting costs usually stay on the exact same level.
Use for a day, pay for day. Test a different scaling or create a new test environment for a couple of days without significant budget changes.
In arrears billing. No upfront costs. First use, then pay. Only pay for what you have actually used at the end of month for the backdating service period.
Invoices are calculated and sent by the end of the month. Debits are processed shortly thereafter.
Automatically adjust component plans based on usage. This is an optional setting.
Usage-based components like web storage, traffic and MySQL can be set to either autoscaling or fixed pricing mode.
No - Other providers may attract many small fishes to catch some big ones. We aim to offer viable solutions for freelancers, agencies and startups. That means attractive pricing for small to medium sized projects. It also means that we do recognize you as a client and not just a vehicle. It makes a difference. Test it.
Yes - Use the free trial to explore the service without commitment at low friction. Signing up for an account is easy. Start a free trial without payment method. Add a credit card later to continue using the paid service. Start a new free trial for each new app.
#It depends - No two websites are alike. Pricing is per environment. The right scaling depends on technical needs and usage patterns of the project. A lot of factors come into play like software, plugins and code quality. We recommend starting with low-tier plans and upgrading as requirements grow. Metrics and usage data can help you make an informed decision. See the examples above for a rough idea of what to expect.
#No - As billing is in arrears and we can not predict future usage, annual payment is not offered. Billing is monthly after usage.
#Yes - Disable autoscaling and choose a specific plan to set a spending cap. This will prevent unexpected charges and ensure you stay within your budget.
#No - Direct chat technical support is available during business hours (CET). The median response time is about 1 hour. We will always reply, provide sufficient details with each question. The platform is monitored around the clock with on-call duties, of course.
#You decide - fortrabbit offers features tailored to the PHP ecosystem and software like Craft CMS, Laravel, Symfony or WordPress. PHP developers interested in modern paradigms may find good use with of it. Choosing a hosting provider is hard. fortrabbit is not the best fit for everyone, some dig it. Test it.
#No - Root access is not provided. fortrabbit is not VPS but app hosting. Deploy code, manage apps, no tinkering with Linux. This may sound limiting, but you may not miss a lot. Test it.
No - Domains cannot be registered through fortrabbit. One can add a domain that is registered elsewhere to a fortrabbit app.
#No - fortrabbit is a self-service platform with standardized offerings. Custom deal terms or super specific technical requirements are not available. Question if you really need them. Test fortrabbit to see if it fits your needs. If not, consider IaaS or managed hosting.
#Yes - Fully cancel your account or only specific apps, environments or even components at any time through the dashboard. This will have immediate effect. Billing will stop the next day.
#No - fortrabbit pricing is in arrears and pro-rated. In other words, there are no upfront payments. All sales are final and there is no money-back guarantee.
#Partially - fortrabbit is self service for developers. Our philosophy is to put you in control of your hosting stack. No migration service is offered, but personal support and documentation are available.
#No - We do not pay for referrals. We do not pay for reviews. We are a hosting provider, not a marketing stunt. But we heavily rely on recommendations. If you like fortrabbit, tell your friends, colleagues and clients about it. We appreciate it.
#No - The price is the price. We do not offer discounts, coupons or special deals. We believe in transparent pricing without extras or gimmicks. The service is designed to be very useful, specifically when hosting multiple websites.
#Maybe - We do not have a formal sponsorship program. But we are open to supporting open source projects, non-profits and community initiatives that align with our values. If you think your project fits, reach out to us.
#Yes - Don't trust a hosting provider that will offer you unlimited resources. There are always limits. We have some too. Apart from the obvious limits of the plan you choose, there are some platform limits that are related to the infrastructure design. Mind that fortrabbit is a Platform as a Service, not VPS.
#~4hrs - We answer as soon as possible. The median response time has been around 50 minutes, historically. The median time to close was around 4 hours. That means that, sometimes we chat, sometimes answers are delayed.
#No - You can not call us. Chat helps us gather technical details for effective troubleshooting and easily share relevant documentation. Many support cases require escalation to technical specialists, written conversations provide the necessary context for advanced troubleshooting.
#Build the web you want to see
fortrabbit
PHP hosting for developers.
Running on AWS. Serving world wide.
Private by design. No cookies.
No spam. No credit card required.