

More than 250 reasons why

We belive in comparing 1984 Hosting with other web hosting services

Everything WE do makes a difference

Comparing 1984 Hosting with other web hosting services

We offer web hosting services that differ from larger providers like Hostinger and Bluehost in several ways. This comparison explains these differences and why they might matter to you.

Digital freedom since 2009

We’ve provided privacy-focused hosting since 2009. After listing 250+ reasons why customers choose us, we noticed something ironic: boasting about humility defeats its purpose.

Over 15 years, we’ve learned that digital privacy requires consistent work, not grand declarations. Our servers still run on Icelandic renewable energy. Our prices remain transparent. Our commitment to your data security continues without fanfare.

We’re still independent and still believe how you host your website matters. Just don’t ask about our humility—we’d hate to brag about it.

Why This Comparison Matters: The Case for 1984 Hosting

In today’s digital landscape, choosing the right web hosting provider is far more than a technical decision—it’s a statement of values. Our comprehensive comparison between 1984 Hosting and industry giants like Hostinger and Bluehost wasn’t created merely to list features and prices, but to illuminate a fundamental choice between different internet futures.

Beyond Surface-Level Comparisons

Most hosting comparisons focus exclusively on storage limits, uptime percentages, and promotional pricing. While these metrics matter, they fail to address the profound differences in philosophy and operation between providers. Our comparison delves deeper, examining the ethical foundations, environmental impact, and privacy commitments that define these companies.

The Stakes Are Real

When you choose a hosting provider, you’re not just renting server space—you’re choosing who holds your data, under which legal jurisdiction, and according to what values. With increasing digital surveillance, corporate data harvesting, and government demands for information, these considerations are no longer theoretical concerns but practical realities.

1984 Hosting stands apart precisely because it was founded to address these realities. Named after Orwell’s cautionary tale, it serves as a constant reminder of what happens when we become complacent about our freedoms. This isn’t marketing—it’s mission.

Environmental Responsibility Is Non-Negotiable

Our comparison highlights 1984 Hosting’s commitment to Free and Open Source Software—not as a cost-saving measure, but as an ethical stance. By using transparent, community-vetted software, they provide users with genuine control over their digital presence, free from proprietary lock-in or hidden backdoors.

Why This Visualization Matters

We’ve invested in creating this interactive, data-driven comparison because text alone cannot adequately convey the multidimensional differences between these providers. The charts, ratings, and color-coded indicators make abstract concepts immediately tangible, allowing users to see at a glance how these companies diverge in their approaches.

In a world of increasing digital homogenization, 1984 Hosting represents a deliberate alternative. This comparison exists to shine a light on that alternative—not just as a matter of technical features, but as a statement about what kind of internet we collectively want to build.

1984 Hosting vs. other hosting services

A comparison of 1984 Hosting against market giants like Hostinger and Bluehost.
Why do we @1984.hosting stand out in terms of privacy, eco-friendliness, technical capabilities, and more?

95% 95%



1984.hosting

9.5

Outstanding privacy protection, eco-friendly approach, and free software commitment

75% 75%



Hostinger

7.5

Good performance and value, standard privacy protection

65% 65%



Bluehost

6.5

US-based with corporate ownership and standard features

How we calculate our scores

Our ratings are calculated using a simple method anyone can understand. Imagine filling a glass with water – a full glass (10 points) means perfect service, while an empty glass (0 points) means terrible service.

For each hosting provider

We look at five important categories:

1. Privacy
2. Eco-Friendliness
3. Open Source Support
4. Technical Features
5. Business Practices

In each category, we give points based on how well they perform, with real-world testing and research backing our numbers.

The overall score you see is the average of all five categories, with extra weight given to privacy and Eco-friendliness since these are especially important for us and we think, other users world wide.

This simple and a fair, easy-to-understand rating system, helps us and you to quickly see which hosting provider might be best for your needs.

Category Comparison

The chart below shows how each hosting company scores in five key areas. Think of each colored bar as a measuring stick – the taller the bar, the better the service in that category.

Each category is scored on a scale from 0 to 10:

• Privacy & Freedom: How well they protect your data and respect your rights

• Green & Eco-Friendly: How much they care about the environment

• Free & Open Source: Whether they use and support software that anyone can inspect and improve

• Technical Advantages: How good their servers and technology are

• Business Practices: How fairly they treat customers

A fairly simple Scoring Calculation

Each category (1.Privacy, 2.Eco, 3.Open Source, 4.Technical, 5.Business) is scored out of 10.

✓ = 9.5
~ = 6.0
✗ = 3.0

The category score is the average of its rows; the overall rating is the average of the five category scores.

🔒 Table 1. Privacy & Freedom Comparison

Feature	1984 Hosting	Hostinger	Bluehost
Legal Jurisdiction	✓Iceland - Strong privacy laws	~Lithuania/US - Standard privacy	✗US - Subject to surveillance laws
Freedom of Expression	✓Core company mission	~Standard policies	✗Subject to US restrictions
Data Protection	✓Proactive privacy protection	~Standard GDPR compliance	~Standard compliance
Government Requests	✓Notifies users, resists when legal	~Standard compliance	✗May comply without notification
Privacy-First Approach	✓Founding principle	~Business feature	~Business feature

🌿 Table 2. Environmental Sustainability Comparison

Feature	1984 Hosting	Hostinger	Bluehost
Energy Source	✓100% Renewable (Geothermal/Hydro)	~Partial renewable claims	~Standard grid mix
Carbon Footprint	✓Minimal due to Iceland location	~Standard	~Standard
Cooling Efficiency	✓Natural cooling (Iceland climate)	~Standard cooling systems	~Standard cooling systems
Environmental Commitment	✓Core founding principle	~Marketing feature	~Marketing feature
Sustainability Reporting	✓Transparent reporting	✗Limited reporting	✗Limited reporting

📦 Table 3. Technical Features Comparison

Feature	1984 Hosting	Hostinger	Bluehost
DNS Service	✓Free unlimited DNS service	~Basic DNS included	~Basic DNS included
Storage Limits	✓Unlimited on many plans	~50-200 GB depending on plan	~50 GB on basic plan
Bandwidth	✓Unlimited	✓Unmetered	✓Unmetered
VPN Support	✓Pre-configured Wireguard & OpenVPN	✗Not included	✗Not included

🔓 Table 4. Open Source Commitment Comparison

Feature	1984 Hosting	Hostinger	Bluehost
Software Philosophy	✓Committed to Free Software	~Mixed proprietary/open source	✗Primarily proprietary
Control Panel	✓Free Software (i-MSCP)	~Custom proprietary panel	✗cPanel (proprietary)
Open Source Values	✓Core company principle	~Business consideration	~Business consideration

📊 Table 5. Business Practices Comparison

Feature	1984 Hosting	Hostinger	Bluehost
Pricing Transparency	✓No renewal price increases	✗Significant renewal increases	✗Significant renewal increases
Company Ownership	✓Independent company	✓Independent company	✗Owned by Newfold Digital
Business Model	✓Ethics-first approach	~Growth-focused	✗Corporate/profit-focused
Upselling Tactics	✓Minimal	~Moderate	✗Aggressive

1984 Hosting

Reading the Spider Chart

This special chart (called a “spider” or “radar” chart) shows how each hosting provider performs across seven important areas. Think of it like a spider web where each line going out from the center represents a different aspect of web hosting.

The colored shapes show each company’s scores. The further the colored shape stretches in any direction, the better that company is in that category. A perfect score would create a complete circle around the outside edge.

You can easily compare the different colored shapes to see which hosting provider is strongest in the areas that matter most to you. The bigger the colored area, the better the overall performance.

1984 Hosting

Hostinger

Bluehost