Bluehost is NOT a website builder. It is a website hosting provider with servers that power millions of websites. However, you have access to Bluehost’s website builder tool when you sign up for a Bluehost hosting account.

What is a Website Builder?

A website builder is a tool that allows you to easily build a website, usually through drag and drop.

For example, you can move images around and type in blocks of text as you see fit when using a website builder.

Using a website builder doesn’t require you to know any coding languages like HTML or Javascript.

Some popular website builders are Wix and Weebly.

 Pros and Cons of Using a Website Builder

There are benefits as well as certain limitations when using a website builder.

Some pros of using a website builder is that it’s easier for beginners who don’t want to know code or don’t want to learn how to use a content management system like WordPress.

It’s also easier and faster to set up your website when using a website builder.

Some cons of using a website builder is that you are limited when it comes to customization and features.

If you just want something up quickly, then a website builder like Wix is good option.

What is a Web Hosting Provider?

A web hosting provider is a business that provides services that’s needed for your website to be viewed in the internet.

Websites are hosted, or stored, on special computers called servers.

Bluehost is one of the most popular web hosting providers out there.

 Pros and Cons of Using a Web Hosting Provider

There are some pros and cons to using a web hosting provider.

The benefits of using a web hosting provider is that it provides the necessary storage space and performance for your site when you get alot of traffic.

A hosting provider like Bluehost will offer a variety of hosting plans, including shared, managed, VPS, and dedicated hosting depending on your budget and needs.

The cons of using a hosting provider is that compared to a website builder, it’s not as quick to set up.

If you want more freedom with your site or interested in blogging, then something like Bluehost is a good option for you.

Prices of Bluehost Plans

*Note this is for shared hosting. For dedicated hosting, prices will differ.

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