The way internet has revolutionized the business world, it is quite understandable that it breeds such web hosting companies who are not honest and serious in their business transactions. Some unsure customers or beginners fall prey to their false promises and end up losing money, and wasting their time.

For example, if a hosting company offers you unbelievable prices for an advanced set of features with assured technical support, it can be fake. Customers sign an agreement and pay the required amount in advance. Since the intentions of a fake company are not good, they do not give you login access for admin panel, on some pretext. When you realize that the claims were false, it is too late.

A few suggestions that can help you identify a fake or genuine host are as below.

• Check the website of your host and see if it has VeriSign or a BBB seal on it. If you do not see such an authority or assurance, look for another host.
• Compare the hosting plans with a few other reputed hosting service providers. If you notice that you are offered a very good price for excellent disk space, good connection and download speed along with advanced control panel features, do not trust immediately. It is not that this company is definitely fraud, but it is advisable to verify the credentials in detail. Gather information and feedback about the host’s reputation in the market, and proceed only if the claims are genuine.
• Use internet to find the reviews and customer feedback about the host. Learn the reasons why its customers are happy or dissatisfied.

If there are one or more points not in favour of host, it does not necessarily mean that they are frauds. Your homework and market analysis are only a way to ensure that you are selecting a right host for your website, before signing any contract.