iPage

iPage, a web hosting company that once had significant popularity due to its affordable pricing and beginner-friendly features, has seen a decline in visibility and growth over recent years. Founded in 1998, iPage was later acquired by Endurance International Group (EIG), now known as Newfold Digital, which manages several hosting brands.

Several factors have contributed to iPage’s decline:

EIG’s Reputation

Endurance International Group acquired many hosting companies over the years, and many users have criticized EIG for offering subpar support and performance. This has impacted the reputation of brands under EIG, including iPage.

Outdated Technology and Features

While iPage was once attractive for its low-cost hosting, it didn’t evolve as fast as some of its competitors. It lagged behind in providing more advanced features like cloud hosting, robust security features, and advanced developer tools that many modern hosting providers offer.

Increased Competition

The hosting market has become increasingly competitive with the rise of providers that focus on speed, support, and cloud-based solutions like SiteGround, Kinsta, and DigitalOcean, offering more scalable and high-performance options.

Lack of Innovation

iPage stuck to its budget-friendly hosting model but didn’t innovate much in terms of customer experience, performance optimization, or new technologies, which caused users to turn to other providers.

iPage is still operational but tends to cater to smaller websites or beginners who need very basic hosting. However, it’s not a go-to option for those looking for more advanced solutions or performance-focused hosting.