<?php
$page = 'freehosting';
include 'inc/nav.php'; ?>

<!-- HERO -->

<section class="hero position-relative overflow-hidden pt-80 pb-80">
  <div class="container">
    <div class="row align-items-center position-relative">
      <!-- Left Content -->
      <div class="col-lg-6">
        <div class="hero-badge-pills">
          <span class="hero-pill hero-pill--accent">
            <i class="fa-solid fa-bolt"></i> #1 Rated Free Web Hosting 2026
          </span>
        </div>

        <h1 class="display-5 text-dark mb-3 hero_heading">Zero Fees. Zero Ads. Just 100% Pure Free Hosting</h1>
        <div>
          <p class="hero-sub mb-4" >Get free web hosting with GoogieHost & Enjoy 1000MB NVMe SSD storage, unmetered bandwidth, and DirectAdmin control. Join 2.7 million+ websites trusting our reliable, ad-free service since 2012. Launch your vision today without spending a single penny from your pocket.</p>

          <!-- 2×2 features grid -->
          <div class="hero-features-grid">
            <div class="hero-feature-item">
              <span class="hf-icon1"><img src="assets/images/circle-check-big.png" alt="Circle checkmark"></span>
              <span class="hf-text">Hassle-Free Signup </span>
            </div>
            <div class="hero-feature-item">
              <span class="hf-icon1"><img src="assets/images/circle-check-big.png" alt="Circle checkmark"></span>
              <span class="hf-text">One-Click App Installer</span>
            </div>
            <div class="hero-feature-item">
              <span class="hf-icon1"><img src="assets/images/circle-check-big.png" alt="Circle checkmark"></span>
              <span class="hf-text">No Credit Card Required</span>
            </div>
            <div class="hero-feature-item">
              <span class="hf-icon1"><img src="assets/images/circle-check-big.png" alt="Circle checkmark"></span><span class="hf-text">No Forced Ads</span>
            </div>
          </div>
        </div>


        <!-- CTA Buttons -->
        <div class="d-flex flex-wrap gap-3 mb-3 mt-4">
          <a href="#hostingplans" class="btn-trial hero_btn position-relative">
            Get Free Hosting <i class="fa-solid fa-arrow-right ms-3"></i>
          </a>
        </div>

      </div>
      <!-- Right: Hero Image with floating badges -->
      <div class="col-lg-6">
        <div class="hero-img-wrap">
          <img src="assets/images/zero-fees-zero-ads-Just-pure-free-hosting.webp" alt="Free Hosting" class="hero-main-img w-100 h-auto" width="1000" height="849"/>

        </div>
      </div>

    </div>
  </div>
</section>

<?php include 'inc/stats-band.php'; ?>

<section class="free-plan-section pb-80 position-relative pt-80">
  <div class="container">
    <div class="free-plan-intro position-relative text-center">
      <div class="">
        <h2 class="free-plan-title display-6 fw-bold section_heading mb-2">Start free. Upgrade when <span>you're ready</span></h2>
        <p class="section_para mx-auto mb-5" id="hostingplans">Start your project today with our permanent free web hosting plan; no credit card or financial risk is involved. We provide the WordPress tools and storage you need now. When your ambitions grow, transition seamlessly to our premium options for elite performance, professional domains, and high-speed servers to lead your market.</p>
      </div>
    </div>

    <?php include 'inc/plan.php'; ?>

  </div>
</section>

<?php include 'inc/comparisontable.php'; ?>


<!-- Feature Section  -->
<?php

// Define data (DO NOT use return here)
$features = [
  'section' => [
    'title' => 'Everything You Need to Go Live Free',
    'description' => "GoogieHost free hosting gives you professional-grade infrastructure no credit card, no hidden limits, no expiry. Whether you're launching a portfolio, testing a WordPress site, or building your first web project, every tool you need is included from day one. Zero cost. Full control.",
  ],

  'items' => [
    [
      'icon' => 'assets/images/icon/nvme-ssd-storage.svg',
      'title' => 'NVMe SSD Storage',
      'description' => "Your files load faster because they're stored on NVMe SSD, the same technology powering enterprise servers. With 1000MB of free storage, you get real speed without paying for it. Slow hosting costs you visitors. This doesn't.",
    ],
    [
      'icon' => 'assets/images/icon/business-email-account.svg',
      'title' => 'Business Email Account',
      'description' => 'Get a professional email address tied to your domain "yourname@yourdomain.com" hosted and managed directly from your DirectAdmin panel. No third-party setup required. Look credible from day one, even on a free hosting plan.',
    ],
    [
      'icon' => 'assets/images/icon/free-ssl-always-on.svg',
      'title' => 'Free SSL Always On',
      'description' => "Every website hosted on GoogieHost gets a free SSL certificate, active from the moment you go live. Google ranks HTTPS sites higher. Visitors trust the padlock. You get both without touching a settings panel or paying extra.",
    ],
    [
      'icon' => 'assets/images/icon/ai-website-builder.svg',
      'title' => 'AI Website Builder',
      'description' => "No coding experience? No problem. The built in AI website builder lets you describe your site and get a ready-to-publish layout in minutes. Edit visually, publish instantly. Your first website doesn't have to wait for you to learn HTML.",
    ],
    [
      'icon' => 'assets/images/icon/Softaculous-1-click-Installer.svg',
      'title' => '1-Click App Installer',
      'description' => "Install WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal in under 60 seconds, no manual file uploads, no database setup. Pick your app, click install, and your site is running. The fastest way to go from signup to a live CMS on free hosting.",
    ],
    [
      'icon' => 'assets/images/icon/free-subdomain.svg',
      'title' => 'Free Sub-Domain',
      'description' => "For those without a personal domain, we offer complimentary sub-domains to help you launch your website instantly. For example, you can choose options like whf.bz or cu.ma.",
    ],
  ],
];

?>

<section class="feature-light-section pt-80">
  <div class="container text-center">

    <div class="feature-light-head mb-5">
      <h2 class="display-6 section_heading fw-bold text-dark">
        <?= htmlspecialchars($features['section']['title']) ?>
      </h2>
      <p class="section_para mx-auto">
        <?= htmlspecialchars($features['section']['description']) ?>
      </p>
    </div>

    <div class="row g-4 text-start">
      <?php foreach ($features['items'] as $item): ?>
        <div class="col-md-6 col-lg-4">
          <div class="feature-light-card h-100">

            <img
              src="<?= htmlspecialchars($item['icon']) ?>"
              class="w-25 mb-3"
              alt="<?= htmlspecialchars($item['title']) ?>">

            <h3 class="feature-title-light">
              <?= htmlspecialchars($item['title']) ?>
            </h3>

            <p class="feature-text-light mb-0">
              <?= htmlspecialchars($item['description']) ?>
            </p>

          </div>
        </div>
      <?php endforeach; ?>
    </div>

  </div>
</section>



<?php include 'inc/one-click.php'; ?>

<?php include 'inc/testimonials.php'; ?>

<?php include 'inc/achievments.php'; ?>

<?php

$faqs = [
 [
    'cat' => 'features',
    'question' => "What is included in GoogieHost free hosting plan?",
    'answer' => "Free hosting includes 1000MB NVMe SSD storage, unmetered bandwidth, DirectAdmin control panel, free subdomain, one-click app installer, free SSL certificate, and a business email account. No credit card required. No hidden limits.",
    'icon' => '<circle cx="8" cy="8" r="6" /><path d="M8 5v3l2 2" />'
  ],
  [
    'cat' => 'features',
    'question' => "Does free hosting support WordPress?",
    'answer' => "Yes. Install WordPress in one click using the built-in app installer, no manual setup, no file transfers. Your WordPress site is live within 60 seconds of signup.",
    'icon' => '<path d="M3 8l3 3 7-7" />'
  ],
  [
    'cat' => 'features',
    'question' => "Is the free SSL certificate included automatically?",
    'answer' => "Yes. Every website hosted on GoogieHost gets a free SSL certificate activated automatically. No configuration needed. Your site runs on HTTPS from day one.",
    'icon' => '<rect x="4" y="7" width="8" height="6" rx="1.5" /><path d="M5 7V5a3 3 0 016 0v2" />'
  ],
  [
    'cat' => 'billing',
    'question' => "Is GoogieHost free hosting really free forever?",
    'answer' => "Yes. The free plan has no trial period, no expiry date, and no credit card requirement. Your hosting stays active as long as your account remains in good standing.",
    'icon' => '<rect x="1" y="4" width="14" height="9" rx="2" /><path d="M1 8h14" />'
  ],
  [
    'cat' => 'billing',
    'question' => "Are there any hidden charges or forced upgrades?",
    'answer' => "None. GoogieHost does not charge for the free plan, inject ads into your website, or push forced upgrades. Paid plans are available when your project demands more, upgrading is always your choice.",
    'icon' => '<ellipse cx="8" cy="5" rx="6" ry="2" /><path d="M2 5v6c0 1.1 2.7 2 6 2s6-.9 6-2V5" />'
  ],
  [
    'cat' => 'billing',
    'question' => "What happens if I exceed the storage limit?",
    'answer' => "Your account includes 1000MB NVMe SSD storage. If your project grows beyond that, you can upgrade to a paid hosting plan anytime. GoogieHost also reviews 200+ hosting providers to help you find the right upgrade at the right price.",
    'icon' => '<path d="M4 4l-3 4 3 4M12 4l3 4-3 4M9 2l-2 12" />'
  ],
  [
    'cat' => 'technical',
    'question' => "Which control panel does GoogieHost free hosting use?",
    'answer' => "GoogieHost uses DirectAdmin a professional-grade control panel for managing files, databases, email accounts, and domains. It is faster and lighter than traditional cPanel, with no learning curve for beginners.",
    'icon' => '<circle cx="8" cy="8" r="6" />
                        <path d="M8 5v1.5a1.5 1.5 0 000 3v1.5M6.5 6.5h2M6.5 9.5h3" />'
  ],
  [
    'cat' => 'technical',
    'question' => "Which control panel does GoogieHost free hosting use?",
    'answer' => "GoogieHost uses DirectAdmin a professional-grade control panel for managing files, databases, email accounts, and domains. It is faster and lighter than traditional cPanel, with no learning curve for beginners.",
    'icon' => '<circle cx="8" cy="8" r="6" />
                        <path d="M8 5v1.5a1.5 1.5 0 000 3v1.5M6.5 6.5h2M6.5 9.5h3" />'
  ],
  [
    'cat' => 'technical',
    'question' => "Can I host a custom domain on the free plan?",
    'answer' => "Yes. You can point your own registered domain to your free hosting account. A free subdomain is also included if you don't have a domain yet yourname.googiehost.com is ready the moment you sign up.",
    'icon' => '<circle cx="8" cy="8" r="6" />
                        <path d="M8 5v1.5a1.5 1.5 0 000 3v1.5M6.5 6.5h2M6.5 9.5h3" />'
  ],
  [
    'cat' => 'support',
    'question' => "What support options are available on the free hosting plan?",
    'answer' => "Free hosting users have access to GoogieHost's support system including a knowledge base, ticketing system, and community resources. Support is available to help with setup, configuration, and technical issues.",
    'icon' => '<circle cx="8" cy="8" r="6" />
                        <path d="M8 5v1.5a1.5 1.5 0 000 3v1.5M6.5 6.5h2M6.5 9.5h3" />'
  ],
];

include 'inc/faq-component.php'; ?>



<?php include 'inc/footer.php'; ?>