Easy Tech TutsHow to Host Api on Hostinger 2026 Easily
By Impran M N
Hostinger's shared hosting supports PHP by default, which makes it a straightforward option for hosting a simple API alongside a website. This guide covers logging into the hPanel dashboard, uploading your API files to the public_html folder, and connecting a database using the credentials Hostinger provides. It also covers activating SSL and testing your live endpoint before calling it done.
01Log in and open the hPanel dashboard
Sign in to your Hostinger account and open the hPanel, which serves as the central hub for managing your websites, files, and domains.
02Upload your API files to public_html
Place your PHP API files inside the public_html folder, optionally in a dedicated subfolder like 'API', so your endpoint follows a path such as yourdomain.com/api/user.php.
03Connect your database
If your API uses a database, find the database name, username, and password in the hPanel's databases section and use them in your connection settings.
04Secure your API with SSL
Activate the free SSL certificate Hostinger provides for your domain, and make sure you validate and sanitize user input to keep your API safe.
05Test your live endpoint
Open your API URL in a browser or use a tool like Postman to confirm it returns the expected result before considering it live.
Frequently asked questions
Can I host an API on Hostinger's shared hosting plan?
Yes, all Hostinger shared hosting plans support PHP, which is enough to run a PHP-based API.
Where do I upload my API files on Hostinger?
Upload your files into the public_html folder, or a subfolder inside it if you want to keep the API organized separately from your site.
Does Hostinger provide a free SSL certificate for my API?
Yes, Hostinger offers a free SSL certificate you can activate from the hPanel dashboard to secure your API's domain.
How do I test that my API is working after uploading it?
Open the API's URL directly in a browser or use a tool like Postman to check that it returns the expected response.
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