The TCG Community is rather tight-knit and many kind domain owners offer free TCG and trade post hosting to the community. These hosts are ideal for those looking to get started playing TCGs as well as veteran players who wish to get out of Livejournal, Dreamwidth or free website builders that are bogged down with ads.
We have a reference list for anyone that is looking for a host. Notes about each host are sometimes included. If you are a host and would like your domain to be listed here, feel free to just edit the page and add your URL.
All information on this list is taken from hosting applications and feedback from hosts/hostees.
Finding the Right Host
Probably one of the most important things to note is the "new user-friendly" note for each host. This is there to notify if it is an optimal domain for users with no knowledge of coding, scripts, or running websites.
If you are a more experienced user with good website knowledge and don't need your hand to be held as much, it might be a good idea to consider some hosts that are looking specifically for experienced hostees. The opposite applies for those whom are inexperienced and need more help.
It's important to consider these factors and thoroughly read through a host's page before submitting an application.
Host List
The host list is in alphabetical order. Do keep in mind that some hosts offer the option to pick from multiple domain names.
I will list all current hosts that host TCG projects, even if they are currently closed for hosting. This page won't be the most up-to-date, I imagine, so those hosts could end up opening hosting again in the future—it doesn't hurt to check.
Asterous.com
- URL: http://asterous.com
- Host Name: Luvi
- Website Types: Any
- Scripts Offered: WordPress, Joomla, etc.
- Hosting Package: Unlimited space/bandwidth, Cpanel
- Server Info: Very reliable server with 99% uptime.
- Server Volume: FULL
- New User Friendly?: Unknown, but the cpanel makes this host ideal for experienced users
- Other Domains: Choco-Mint.org, CrashTheMode.net, NuttyNappo.com, Painted-Wings.net
- Notes: Positive feedback from hostees, very helpful host.
Butterfly-Rain.net
- URL: http://butterfly-rain.net
- Host Name: Junnie
- Website Types: Any
- Scripts Offered: unknown
- Emails: Typically responds to emails within 1-2 weeks.
- Hosting Package: unknown
- Server Info: unknown
- Server Volume: available
- New User Friendly?: Yes
- Notes: Relatively new host.
CarbonBeauty.net
- URL: http://www.carbonbeauty.net
- Host Name: Jams
- Website Types: Any
- Scripts Offered: MyTCG, eTCG FM, Marfisa's Trade Post Manager, all Softalicious scripts
- Emails: Typically responds to emails within 1-2 weeks.
- Hosting Package: Unlimited space/bandwidth
- Server Info: Moderately reliable, in the process of a move to a new server
- Server Volume: FULL
- New User Friendly?: Yes
- Notes: Will install scripts, give advice, tutorials and general support for any coding problems. Typically uploads sample pages for any eTCG installs.
Eternal-Summer.net
- URL: http://eternal-summer.net/domain/hosting
- Host Name: Cami
- Website Types: TCGs, trade posts, fanlistings, shrines, blogs, etc.
- Hosting Package: Unlimited disk space/bandwidth
- Server Volume: OPEN
- New User Friendly: Somewhat but a handle on the basics is preferred
- Other Domains: Starish.org, SleepingPrincess.net
Fairy-Fountain.net
- URL: http://fairy-fountain.net
- Host Name: Mousey
- Website Types: Any
- Scripts Offered: easyTCG, Marfisa's TCG Manager, myTCG, and assorted one-click installations of forums, blogging platforms, etc.
- Server Volume: OPEN
- New User Friendly?: Yes
- Notes: Positive feedback from former hostees. :)
LetsTrade.cards
- URL: http://letstrade.cards/
- Host Name: Caitlin
- Website Types: Unspecified
- Scripts Offered: Optional eTCG installation
- Server Volume: OPEN
- New User Friendly?: Yes
Lunar-Oasis.net
- URL: http://www.lunar-oasis.net
- Host Name: Ladydinobug
- Website Types: Shrines, TCG-related sites, personal blog/site
- Server Volume: OPEN
- New User Friendly?: No, experienced users only
- Other Domains: Kinky-Prince.com, Rokuro.nu, Vegetashima.com, Kuririn-San.com, Merry-Milkshake.com, Flesh-Dimension.com
Magical-Me.net
- URL: http://hostees.magical-me.net
- Host Name: Nina
- Website Types: Blogs, Fanlisting, TCGs, Trade Posts
- Scripts Offered: Wordpress, Joomla, MyTCG, eTCG
- Hosting Package: Unlimited space/bandwidth
- Server Volume: OPEN
- New User Friendly?: Yes. Willing to help! Does prefer some html and php knowledge.
- Other Domains: riddikulustcg.net, absolute-chaos.net
Mutated-Butterfly.com
- URL: http://mutated-butterfly.com
- Host Name: Beatrix
- Website Types: TCGs, Trade Posts, almost anything
- Server Volume: OPEN
- New User Friendly?: No, basic coding and design skills preferred but willing to help
Mystic-Angel.org
- URL: http://mystic-angel.org
- Host Name: Mystic
- Website Types: Any
- Hosting Package: 250-500 MB space, Unlimited Bandwidth
- Server Volume: OPEN
- New User Friendly?: Somewhat, okay with newbies but prefers hostees who are able to build a decent website and keep it up to date.
- Other Domains: zombie-bunnies.net, torn-sky.com, and midnight-dreary.net
- Notes: A reliable host that has been around for a long time.
NeedTakeHave.com
- URL: http://www.needtakehave.com
- Host Name: needtakehave
- Website Types: Any
- Scripts Offered: eTCG FM
- Hosting Package: Unlimited space/bandwidth
- Server Volume: OPEN
- New User Friendly?: Yes
- Notes: Is a good host that is knowledgeable with scripts and eTCG, will help set up an eTCG trade post. Host is very sweet and will always help.
Ninja-Song.net
- URL: http://ninja-song.net
- Host Name: Joey
- Website Types: TCGs, Trade Posts
- Hosting Package: 100 MB Space, Unlimited Bandwidth
- Server Volume: OPEN
- New User Friendly?: Unknown
Pirefly.com
- URL: http://www.pirefly.com
- Host Name: Michelle
- Website Types: Any
- Hosting Package: 100-500 MB Space, Unlimited Bandwidth
- Server Info: Very reliable, almost no downtime.
- Server Volume: OPEN
- New User Friendly: Yes, able to help and install a few things to the subdomain.
- Other Domain: silver-bubbles.net
- Notes: And of course for some reason my email on pirefly is acting weird. Please email theladyannabelle@gmail.com for any questions =)
restless-dreams.net
- URL: http://www.restless-dreams.net/
- Host Name: Rinoa
- Website Types: Any
- Scripts Offered: MyTCG, eTCGFM, assorted scripts related to other interests
- Hosting Package: Unlimited space/bandwidth
- Server Info: Very reliable, downtime is rare and quickly dealt with.
- Server Volume: OPEN
- New User Friendly?: Yes, offers pre-installation for supported scripts.
- Other Domains: psychocyan.net
- Notes: Feel free to e-mail at rinoa[at]restless-dreams.net with any questions!
SilverBlood.net
- URL: http://hosting.silverblood.net
- Host Name: Saya
- Website Types: Trade Posts
- Server Volume: OPEN?
- New User Friendly: Yes
- Other Domains: DarkestSoul.net
TCG-Publicity.com
- URL: http://tcg-publicity.com
- Host Name: Christina
- Website Types: TCGs, Trade Posts
- Scripts Offered: MyTCG, eTCG FM
- Server Volume: OPEN
- New User Friendly?: Unknown
- Other Domains: Satellite-Heart.com
- Notes: A reliable host that has been around for a long time