Media and compression support at Hostinger depends mainly on how resource-intensive the technology is. Audio and video codecs, FFmpeg, GCC compilers, and video-sharing scripts like ClipBucket and PHPMotion all require substantial system resources or root access, so they’re supported on VPS Hosting rather than Web and Cloud plans. Gzip compression and Flash, on the other hand, work on Web and Cloud plans without any extra requirements. Each is covered individually below. For the specific resource limits of each plan type, see parameters and limits of hosting plans in Hostinger.
Are codecs supported at Hostinger?
Codecs are pieces of software used to compress and decompress audio and video files, enabling efficient storage and transmission. Common examples include AC3, AAC, divx, VORBIS, x264 and xvid, among others.
At Hostinger, codecs are specifically supported on Virtual Private Servers (VPS) due to their resource-intensive nature. VPS provides dedicated resources, ensuring smooth codec functionality.
Is FFmpeg supported at Hostinger?
FFmpeg is an open-source software suite primarily used for handling multimedia data. It is a collection of libraries and tools for recording, converting, and streaming audio and video files in various formats.
Some of its key functionalities include audio and video conversion, video editing, streaming and recording, among others.
At Hostinger, FFmpeg is only supported on our Virtual Private Servers (VPS) due to its resource-intensive nature. VPS provides dedicated resources, ensuring a stable environment for your project.
Is Gzip supported at Hostinger?
Gzip is fully supported on all of our Web and Cloud, hosting plans!
The mod_gzip and mod_deflate modules are enabled by default. You will only need to enable gzip with a plugin or by adding some lines of code to your .htaccess file.
If you are using Cloudflare, gzip compression will be provided by Cloudflare automatically while also including any gzip settings you may have already added to your website. For more details, be sure to check this tutorial: How to Enable GZIP Compression to Speed Up Your Site
Is Flash supported at Hostinger?
Flash is fully supported on Hostinger’s platform. Flash files run on the visitor’s computer rather than on Hostinger’s servers directly, so any .swf files run fine for visitors, as long as they have Flash installed.
Is Flash Media Server supported at Hostinger?
Flash Media Server was a specialized server software developed by Adobe Systems that enabled the delivery of multimedia content over the internet.
Since Adobe has officially discontinued Flash Player and Flash Media Server, and for security reasons, it is recommended to transition to modern alternatives for multimedia content delivery, such as HTML5, WebRTC, and other streaming protocols that are widely supported and more secure. These technologies offer similar capabilities to Flash Media Server while being more compatible with modern web standards and devices.
If you’re interested in using WebRTC as an alternative to Flash Media Server, you can consider our Virtual Private Servers (VPS) hosting plans.
Are GCC compilers supported at Hostinger?
GCC compiler (GNU Compiler Collection), is a free and open-source compiler system developed by the GNU Project. It supports various programming languages such as C, C++, Objective-C, Fortran, Ada, and others. GCC is widely used for compiling code on various platforms and is known for its performance and optimization capabilities.
For security reasons, and the need for specific configuration requirements that are not available on our Web and Cloud hosting plans, GCC compilers are supported only on our Virtual Private Servers (VPS) hosting plans.
Is ClipBucket supported at Hostinger?
ClipBucket is an open-source PHP script for building a video-sharing website.
Due to its technical requirements, including FFmpeg and higher server resources, ClipBucket is supported only on our Virtual Private Servers (VPS). Any VPS plan that fits the project’s expected traffic and processing needs works as a starting point.
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You must be the legal owner or an authorized distributor of any content you host, share, or link to using a Hostinger VPS. For details, refer to Hostinger’s Terms of Service
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After initial VPS setup, you must install and configure ClipBucket and any required dependencies manually on the VPS.
Is PHPMotion supported at Hostinger?
PHPMotion is a free Content Management System (CMS) specifically designed for creating video sharing, image gallery, audio sharing, and blogging websites. Its main features include user-friendly interface, user account management, content moderation, and social networking capabilities..
Due to PHPMotion’s requirements, including FFMpeg as well as substantial system resources and memory, it’s supported exclusively on our Virtual Private Servers (VPS).
Is Dolphin Emulator supported at Hostinger?
Dolphin is an open source video game console emulator that can load custom texture maps, among other functionalities.
If you want to use Dolphin, you can consider our VPS plans, as the resources and permissions it requires are not available on our Web and Cloud hosting plans.
An important consideration when using Dolphin or any other emulator is that you must ensure you own a legal copy of the games or content you host, share, or link to using Hostinger VPS. For more details, you can refer to our Terms of Service.
Are online game scripts supported at Hostinger?
Yes, you can host online game scripts at Hostinger. A Cloud plan works well for a basic game script, offering a balanced resource allocation in isolated instances. For greater stability, scalability, and full control over server configuration, a VPS plan is a better fit.
Online games are allowed in general, but gambling and casino-like games (such as roulette, poker, slot machines, or bingo) cannot be hosted at Hostinger on any plan. You must also be the legal owner or an authorized distributor of any content you host.
Are proxy websites supported at Hostinger?
A proxy website acts as an intermediary between a user and the internet, forwarding requests to the destination server and relaying the response back. Proxy sites can be useful for enhancing privacy, anonymity, and security.
For security reasons and the server permissions required, hosting proxy sites is not supported on Web and Cloud hosting plans. Running a proxy website requires intensive resources and custom webserver configuration, which is only possible on a VPS, where you have dedicated resources and full control over server configuration.
Are chat scripts supported at Hostinger?
Yes, common chat scripts — such as chatbox or shoutbox tools built in PHP or JavaScript — are supported on Web and Cloud hosting plans.
Consider a VPS plan instead if you expect a high volume of users, your chat script is based on Ajax or another technology not supported on Web or Cloud plans, or you want to host an Internet Relay Chat (IRC) system. VPS is self-managed, so you’re responsible for installing, configuring, and updating your chat scripts and related resources.
Are file sharing services supported at Hostinger?
Yes, you can host, share, and distribute files, images, audio, or video at Hostinger, and link to external content for download or streaming, provided all hosted or linked content complies with international intellectual property laws, including copyright, trademark, and DMCA regulations. You must be the legal owner or an authorized distributor of any content you host, share, or link to.
- A Web hosting plan is ideal for a starting project with a small amount of content or low-resolution images and low-to-medium traffic.
- A Cloud plan suits larger projects with high-resolution images, bigger files, and broader audiences, with resources isolated for consistent performance under heavy traffic.
- A VPS plan is best for streaming, substantial traffic, or when you need full control over server configuration.
Is phpList supported at Hostinger?
phpList is open-source software for managing email marketing campaigns, letting you create, send, and monitor newsletters or marketing emails to a subscriber list.
Hostinger’s email services have predefined limits in place to prevent bulk mailing, so phpList and similar mailing list tools are not accessible through Hostinger’s hosting services. As an alternative, consider a dedicated email solution such as Business Email.
Resource intensity and required server access are the deciding factors across this group: codecs, FFmpeg, GCC compilers, ClipBucket, PHPMotion, Dolphin Emulator, and proxy websites all require VPS Hosting, while Gzip compression, Flash, common chat scripts, and file sharing work on Web and Cloud hosting plans without any extra setup. Online game scripts are supported broadly across plan types (excluding gambling content), while Flash Media Server and phpList are not available at all — the former due to Adobe’s discontinuation, the latter due to Hostinger’s bulk-mailing limits.
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