Web Hosting for Developers
SSH access, Git deployment, multiple PHP versions, staging environments, cron jobs, and full cPanel control. Everything you need to build and ship - from $2.79/month.
Launch
Your first site, done right.
with 3-year termrenews at $8.49/mo
Grow
Room for a handful of sites.
with 3-year termrenews at $12.99/mo
Scale
Unlimited sites for growing businesses.
with 3-year termrenews at $18.49/mo
Peak
Maximum power for busy sites.
with 3-year termrenews at $25.99/mo
Prices in CAD. Promotional price applies to the first term for new customers; plans renew at the regular rate shown. Free domain with annual terms or longer. 30-day money-back guarantee.
Developer Ready
The Tools Developers Actually Need
Full SSH, Git, multiple PHP versions, and staging - no locked-down "managed" restrictions.
Full SSH Access
Connect via SSH from day one. Run scripts, deploy with Git, use WP-CLI, Composer, and any CLI tool you rely on.
Git Deployment
Push to deploy via SSH. Set up Git repos directly on your server and automate your deployment workflow.
Multiple PHP Versions
Switch between PHP 7.4, 8.0, 8.1, 8.2, and 8.3 per domain from cPanel. Custom php.ini settings supported.
MySQL & PostgreSQL
Unlimited MySQL databases with phpMyAdmin. Full database management from the command line or browser.
Cron Jobs
Schedule any PHP, Perl, or shell script via cPanel cron. Automate tasks with the precision your apps require.
LiteSpeed + NVMe
Fast server response for your apps. LiteSpeed handles high concurrency, NVMe delivers low I/O latency.
Get Started
Deploy Your First Project in 3 Steps
SSH access and cPanel credentials delivered within minutes of sign-up.
Sign Up & Get Credentials
Choose your plan. SSH credentials, cPanel login, and server details are delivered instantly by email.
Connect & Configure
SSH in, set up your PHP version, configure your database, and push your code. Full control from the start.
Deploy & Go Live
Point DNS, set up SSL via AutoSSL or custom cert, and launch. Our team is available if you hit any blockers.
TESTIMONIALS
What Our Customers Say
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Compare Our Plans
Everything included with Launch, Grow, Scale and Peak.
| Compare Features | Launch $2.79/mo $8.49/moSave 67% | Grow $5.49/mo $12.99/moSave 58% | Scale $6.49/mo $18.49/moSave 65% | Peak $8.99/mo $25.99/moSave 65% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Websites Hosted | 1 | 5 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| NVMe Storage | 25 GB | 100 GB | 200 GB | Unmetered |
| Bandwidth | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| CPU Cores | 1 Core | 2 Cores | 4 Cores | 8 Cores |
| RAM Memory | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| Concurrent Connections | 10 | 20 | 40 | 80 |
| Disk I/O | 2 MB/s | 3 MB/s | 4 MB/s | 8 MB/s |
| Inodes (files) | 150,000 | 300,000 | 450,000 | 600,000 |
| Addon Domains | 4 | Unlimited | Unlimited | |
| Subdomains | 20 | 100 | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Free Daily Backups | 1 Week | 2 Weeks | 2 Weeks | 4 Weeks |
| Free Domain Registration | ||||
| Free SSL Certificates | ||||
| Website Staging | ||||
| Free CloudFlare CDN | ||||
| Free Website Transfer | ||||
| Multiple Canadian Locations | ||||
| 30-Day Money Back Guarantee | ||||
| Email Features | ||||
| Security & Reliability | ||||
| Performance & Developer Features | ||||
| Get Started | Get Started | Get Started | Get Started |
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Schedule scripts and tasks with cPanel cron jobs on Canadian servers.
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Deep dive into SSH, terminal access, and developer tools.
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Multiple PHP versions, Composer, and full developer control.
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Push-to-deploy Git workflows on shared hosting.
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Full cPanel access with all developer features unlocked.
Learn more →FAQs
Developer Hosting Questions
Is SSH included on all plans?
Yes. Full SSH access is available on all dotCanada hosting plans from day one. No upsell required.
Can I deploy via Git over SSH?
Yes. Set up a bare Git repo on the server and push to deploy. You can also use GitHub Actions or other CI/CD pipelines over SSH.
Which PHP versions are supported?
PHP 7.4, 8.0, 8.1, 8.2, and 8.3. Switch per domain from cPanel's MultiPHP Manager, and customize php.ini with the PHP INI Editor.
Can I run Composer and Node.js?
Yes. Composer is available via SSH. Node.js can be run via SSH for build steps, though we are a PHP hosting environment primarily.
Can I set up staging environments?
Yes. Create staging subdomains in cPanel, clone your site, and test changes before pushing to production.
Are cron jobs supported?
Yes. Full cron job support via cPanel. Set any PHP, Perl, or shell command to run on any schedule down to the minute.
Hosting That Gets Out of Your Way
SSH, Git, Composer, WP-CLI, cron jobs, staging environments - the full developer stack on fast Canadian servers. No approval process, no upsells.
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