Hostinger Horizons: Frequently asked questions, answered
Hostinger Horizons is an AI-powered tool that helps you build custom web apps without coding. Whether you’re looking to create a productivity tool, an interactive dashboard, or a business app, Hostinger Horizons can simplify the process. Just describe what you need, and AI will generate it for you.
This FAQ covers the most common questions about using Hostinger Horizons, from how to get started to how to customize your web app and manage it after deployment.
Getting started
1. How do I start building a web app with Hostinger Horizons?
To use Hostinger Horizons, you’ll need a Hostinger hosting plan. If you already have one, you can start right away. If not, purchase a hosting plan that comes with Hostinger Horizons.
Once you’re set up:
- Go to hPanel → Websites → Websites list.
- Click Add website → Hostinger Horizons, and wait for it to open.
- Start creating your web app – just describe what you need, and Hostinger Horizons will generate it for you.
That’s it! You can refine, test, and publish your app whenever you’re ready.
2. Do I need to know how to code to build a web app with Hostinger Horizons?
No, you don’t need to know how to code to build a web app with Hostinger Horizons. This AI-powered tool lets you create a custom web app only by entering prompts.
While you don’t write the code yourself, it’s important to be clear about what you want your app to do and how it should look. The more detail you provide in your prompts, the more accurate the results.
3. How much does Hostinger Horizons cost?
If you have a Hostinger hosting plan, you can start using Hostinger Horizons for free (5 messages/day).
Need more messages? Purchase a Hostinger Horizons plan starting at RM86.99/month, which includes:
- 100 messages/month to build and refine your web app.
- A free month of hosting to deploy your project.
- A free domain name to make your app accessible online.
4. How can I access Hostinger Horizons?
Accessing Hostinger Horizons is easy:
- Go to hostinger.com/horizons.
- Select a plan that fits your needs.
- Log in to hPanel → Websites → Websites list, and start building your web app.
For a detailed step-by-step guide, check out our getting started with Hostinger Horizons tutorial.
Building and customizing your web app
5. What can I build with Hostinger Horizons?
Hostinger Horizons lets you build custom web apps without coding. If you want to create a simple app (like a time tracker or budgeting tool), you can create and deploy it in minutes. More advanced web apps (like those with user authentication, database integration, or payment processing) are also supported but may need extra setup.
Check out these examples of the web apps you can build with Hostinger Horizons:
✅ Easy: Quick to build and deploy
- A time-tracking tool that generates reports based on logged work hours.
- A simple recipe app to collect and organize recipes and cooking tips.
- A fitness tracker that logs workouts and generates progress reports.
- A budgeting app that categorizes expenses and visualizes spending trends.
🟡 Supported but requires more setup
- User authentication systems (like letting users create accounts and log in).
- Apps that collect payments (such as Stripe integration).
- AI-powered features (for example, using OpenAI for chatbots or content generation).
- 3rd-party integrations (like sending emails, SMS, or working with external APIs).
🚫 Not supported
- Chrome extensions or desktop apps – Hostinger Horizons is designed for web apps only.
- 3D games or complex gaming platforms.
- Mobile apps for the App Store or Google Play.
- Banking or trading apps – these require licenses and financial compliance that Hostinger Horizons does not support.
6. Can I use Hostinger Horizons to build a specific project?
Yes! If you have a specific idea, just describe it in detail, and Hostinger Horizons will generate an app based on your prompts. The more specific you are, the better the results will be.
7. Can I choose the tech stack for my web app?
Hostinger Horizons automatically selects the best tech stack for your web app, so you don’t need to worry about choosing specific ones.
While you can request certain frameworks or tools (for example, React for the front end and Golang for the back end), Hostinger Horizons is built with non-technical users in mind, so trying to change the default tech stack may not work as well.
8. Can I connect databases to my web app?
Yes. Hostinger Horizons supports database integrations, but you may need to specify how you want the database to be set up.
9. What databases does Hostinger Horizons support?
Hostinger Horizons is compatible with cloud-based databases like Supabase and Firebase. With the correct connection details, you can seamlessly integrate these databases into your project. Local databases may work, but they’re not the best choice as data saving can become unreliable over time.
10. Does Hostinger Horizons provide templates?
Hostinger Horizons does not currently offer pre-made templates. It generates a web app based on your prompts.
11. Can I integrate payments into my web app?
Yes, but payment integration (such as Stripe or PayPal) currently requires manual setup. A simpler solution for payments will be introduced in future updates.
12. Can I integrate the generated web app into an existing website?
Yes, you can embed your Hostinger Horizons web app into another website using an iFrame. For example, to add your web app to an existing site, use the following code snippet:
<iframe src="https://your-horizons-app-link.tld" width="100%" height="600px" style="border:none; overflow:auto;"></iframe>
If you’re using Hostinger Website Builder, check our step-by-step guide on how to add custom code to your website.
13. Can I download or edit the code Hostinger Horizons generates?
Currently, you can’t directly download or edit the code of your web app.
14. Does Hostinger Horizons support API integrations?
Hostinger Horizons doesn’t currently support custom API integrations, but we appreciate feedback and suggestions for future updates.
Deploying and managing your web app
15. How long does it take to publish a web app?
With Hostinger Horizons, you can publish your web app instantly with a single click. Just hit Deploy once it’s ready to go.
You can ask Hostinger Horizons to immediately connect a custom domain to the app, eliminating the time needed to manually collect code or find a separate hosting provider.
16. Can I edit my web app after deployment?
Yes, you can continue to edit your web app after deployment. As long as you have message credits, you can use Hostinger Horizons to make changes and generate new versions of your app.
17. Can I have multiple web apps with one account?
Yes, you can create up to 50 web apps with a Hostinger Horizons plan.
18. Can I connect a custom domain to my Hostinger Horizons web app?
Yes! Every Hostinger Horizons plan includes a custom domain name for your web app. The domain connection button will appear after deployment. Alternatively, you can connect a custom domain anytime via hPanel → Websites list → Change domain.
Hosting and export options
19. Does Hostinger Horizons support self-hosting?
Creating a web app with Hostinger Horizons requires a Hostinger hosting plan.
That said, an Export feature is coming soon, allowing you to build and host your Hostinger Horizons-generated app on a VPS.
We are also working on the Download code functionality, so once you get the code, you can host the web app anywhere. This will be available sometime in March 2025.
20. Can I migrate my web app to another hosting provider?
Currently, Hostinger Horizons apps are hosted on Hostinger. While exporting the app isn’t officially supported, you can embed it on other websites.
Troubleshooting and support
21. What do I do if I get an error while running a prompt?
If you encounter an error while using Hostinger Horizons, there are a few troubleshooting steps you can take to avoid mistakes while using Hostinger Horizons for web app creation:
- Screenshot and report – take a screenshot of the error and send it to the Hostinger Horizons chat. This allows the AI to analyze the issue and potentially provide a fix.
- Refine your prompt – try rewriting it using an AI language model like ChatGPT. Sometimes, Hostinger Horizons understands AI-generated prompts better. Copy and paste the refined prompt back into Hostinger Horizons.
- Revert to a previous version – if you were previously working with a successful version of your app, use the Revert to this message option to go back to the point before the error occurred.
- Use the built-in error fix – when Hostinger Horizons detects an error it can fix, a pop-up will appear. Click Ask Horizons to attempt an automatic fix. Keep in mind that this counts as a message usage.
For more detailed guidance and solutions to common errors, please refer to our troubleshooting guide.
22. Is Hostinger Horizons down? I can’t access it.
Go to the Hostinger status page to check for possible outages. If everything looks fine, but you’re still having trouble accessing Hostinger Horizons, contact our Customer Success team for help.
Plans, pricing, and upgrades
23. How does a plan upgrade work?
You can upgrade your hosting and Hostinger Horizons plans separately. Right now, the only difference between Hostinger Horizons plans is the number of messages you get per month. Since the price per message stays the same across all plans, you’ll only need to upgrade if you hit your message limit.
24. Is there a message limit on Hostinger Horizons?
Yes, there are message limits. Hostinger hosting plan users receive 5 free messages per day. If you need more messages, Hostinger Horizons plans offer higher message limits.
The starting plan costs RM86.99/month with 100 messages. The higher the plan, the more messages you will get.
Comparison, limitations, and future updates
25. How is Hostinger Horizons different from Hostinger Website Builder?
Hostinger Website Builder is designed to create websites with a drag-and-drop editor – perfect for blogs, portfolios, and business sites. Meanwhile, Hostinger Horizons is for building web applications, allowing users to create more complex online projects without coding.
26. How is Hostinger Horizons different from competitors like Bolt.new and Lovable?
Unlike many AI-powered coding tools that require external services for hosting and domain, Hostinger Horizons lets you build, refine, and deploy web apps in one place. No additional setup or third-party service is needed.
27. Can I generate a mobile app with Hostinger Horizons?
Hostinger Horizons can create web apps that work seamlessly on mobile devices. However, it doesn’t currently support creating native mobile apps for the App Store or Google Play.
28. Are there any limitations or restrictions on Hostinger Horizons?
While Hostinger Horizons is a powerful tool, there are some limitations:
- Message limits – free plan users only get 5 messages/day, while paid plans offer more.
- No full code access – apps are generated and managed through Hostinger Horizons, not manually coded.
- Limited API support – external APIs require manual setup via prompts.
- No native mobile app support – Hostinger Horizons creates web apps but not mobile apps for the App Store or Google Play.
Conclusions
Hostinger Horizons makes it easy to create custom web apps without coding. Whether you’re building a business tool, productivity assistant, or interactive platform, this AI-powered tool helps you bring your ideas to life.
Need more help? Visit our knowledge base or contact our Customer Success team for assistance.
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