Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, PayPal, and Checks
Bluehost accepts multiple payment methods for account sign-ups and renewals, including credit cards, PayPal, and wire transfers. This article provides a detailed overview of all accepted Bluehost payment options, along with country-specific guidelines.
Please take note of the following updates:
- New sign-ups: We no longer accept checks, money orders, purchase orders, or wires as forms of payment for new sign-ups. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
- Renewals: We accept wires as a payment method for renewals. Please ensure that the wire payment is for the renewal of your subscribed services.
Accepted Payment Methods
You can purchase a new account or renew an existing account using the payment types listed below.
Credit Card Payments
Accepted Cards
- American Express
- Discover
- Master Card
- Visa
How to Use for New Sign-Ups
During the sign-up process, you will be prompted to provide your Contact Information and Billing Information. Select the Credit Card option and provide your billing details.
Note: The credit card used to purchase the account will be the default payment method on file. It can be updated at any time in your account profile.
How to Update for Renewals
Once the account has been set up, renewals are processed through the Renewal Center, where you can use your existing card or use a new credit card or PayPal.
Note: For instructions on renewing our services or products, see our step-by-step guide on how to use the renewal center.
PayPal
Payments can be made online using a credit card or PayPal account. At this time, we can only accept instant payments, which means you must have a bank account or credit card directly linked to your PayPal account for the payment to process successfully.
By using your PayPal account with Bluehost, you agree to set PayPal as your default payment method for all future auto-renewals. This can be updated at any time within your PayPal account. If you choose to add a credit card to the account, it will be set as the default payment method for all auto-renewals, and your PayPal account will be used as a secondary payment method if the primary method fails.
Using PayPal for New Accounts
To sign up for a new account using PayPal, select the PayPal option and provide your billing details. Lastly, log in to your PayPal account and follow the instructions to complete the payment.
Using PayPal for Renewals
If you are already logged in to your Account Manager and would want to use PayPal as your payment method, please follow the steps below:
- Click the profile icon in the top-right corner of your Account Manager and select My Payment Methods.
- You can either do the following:
- To edit your current payment method, hover your mouse over the current payment method and click the EDIT button.
- To add a new payment method, click the + ADD PAYMENT METHOD link.
- Choose PayPal, then click CONTINUE.
- Log in to your PayPal account and follow the instructions to complete the payment.
Checks and Money Orders
We accept checks for renewal payments. If you prefer to pay using a check, we've provided instructions below.
Our prices are subject to change at any time and without warning. However, the rate quoted on the invoice will continue to be honored as long as the payment is received by the due date or within 30 days of the date it was issued.
Services renewing on a monthly basis require an active credit or PayPal account on file for automated renewals.
- Ensure the check is payable to Bluehost.com and is in US funds drawn from a US bank.
- Complete the form by filling in the required details.
- Please allow fifteen (15) business days (about two weeks) for processing and application of check or money order payments to your account.
- Include on a separate piece of paper along with your check the following pieces of information and mail it along with your payment to:
- Regular Mail
Bluehost.com
PO Box 947079
Atlanta, GA 30394-7079
- Overnight/Express Payments
Bluehost.com
Lockbox Services - #865079
3585 Atlanta Ave.
Hapeville, GA 30354
- Required Information
- Name
- Date
- Check number
- Bluehost account number
- Domain(s)/Service(s) to be renewed
- Term to renew services on
- Total amount: (USD)
- Originating bank (where the check was sent from)
- If available, a copy of the check.
- Regular Mail
Important:
- PAYMENT SUBMISSIONS THAT DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED ITEMS WILL BE RETURNED TO YOU.
- The above addresses are for payment remittance only. Do not send any requests for technical assistance, customer service, reports of abuse, or legal correspondence to the contact listed above, as you will not receive a response.
- Bluehost cannot credit or apply a payment to your account until the payment is received, deposited, and cleared. Payments by check or money order sent via postal mail may, therefore, require more time to process.
- Check or Money Order payments are non-refundable. If we are unable to successfully apply the payment to your account, the payment will be mailed back to you.
India-Specific Payment Options to Payment Types
For customers whose country is set to India and whose currency is ₹ INR, the payment gateway used is PayU and the accepted payment methods are the following:
- Credit/Debit Cards
- UPI (for transactions where cart value is ≤ ₹1,00,000 INR)
- Net Banking
PayPal and Checks are not available for Indian customers. At this time, customers cannot store Indian payment methods on file or set up auto-renewals in India.
Due to regulatory restrictions, the maximum limit on the cart value is currently limited to Rs 2,50,000. Please contact sales if you require a higher-value order.
Summary
Bluehost offers flexible and secure payment options for new account sign-ups and renewals. Whether you prefer using a credit card, PayPal, wire transfer, or check, our accepted payment methods ensure convenience. Indian customers can also use UPI, debit/credit cards, and net banking through PayU. For assistance with billing or to change your default payment method, visit the Bluehost Account Manager or contact Support.
If you need further assistance, feel free to contact us via Chat or Phone:
- Chat Support - While on our website, you should see a CHAT bubble in the bottom right-hand corner of the page. Click anywhere on the bubble to begin a chat session.
- Phone Support -
- US: 888-401-4678
- International: +1 801-765-9400
You may also refer to our Knowledge Base articles to help answer common questions and guide you through various setup, configuration, and troubleshooting steps.