STRATO
Hostcomplex score
4.5/10STRATO is a Germany-based hosting provider that sells domains, email, website and server services, as well as online storage and digital tools.
STRATO plans compared
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Online storage
16 plans · from $1.13/mo
STRATO HiDrive 100 GB · STRATO HiDrive 500 GB · STRATO Cyber Protect Basic 50 GB · STRATO HiDrive 1 TB · …
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E-mailhosting
1 plan · from $3.94/mo
- STRATO Mail Basic $3.94/mo
Prices per month excl. VAT where the provider states so. The average cost includes the renewal price after the intro period. Prices checked 5 November 2026, 15:00.
All specifications
| Plan | STRATO Mail Basic |
|---|---|
| VAT | Incl. btw |
| GDPR | Yes |
| Backup/restore | No |
| Ad-free | Yes |
| Aliases | 250 |
| Billing | Maandelijks, Jaarlijks |
| Filters/rules | Yes |
| Storage | 2 GB |
| Support | Telefoon, E-mail |
| Webmail | Yes |
| Catch-all | Yes |
| IMAP/POP3/SMTP | Yes |
| Mailboxes | 25 |
| Migration tool (import) | Yes |
| Spam and virus filter | Yes |
| Cloud file storage | No |
| Office apps | No |
| Autoresponder | Yes |
| Pricing model | Abonnement |
| Own domains | 1 |
| Max. attachment size | 75 MB |
| Calendar and contacts | Yes |
| Exchange/ActiveSync | No |
About STRATO
STRATO GmbH says it was founded in Berlin in 1997 and grew into a European hosting provider. Its headquarters are in Berlin, Germany, and it is part of IONOS Group SE. STRATO is known for web hosting, domains and HiDrive, its cloud-storage service.
What STRATO sells
Domains and DNS
Register and manage domain names, with DNS services for directing domains to online services.
Email hosting
Mail Basic, Mail Plus and Mail Business provide webmail and access through email clients. The plans vary in their included features and capacity.
Web hosting
Shared hosting packages include webspace, databases and website-management features. They are aimed at hosting websites without managing a server yourself.
Website builder and webshops
Website-building tools help users create and manage a site. Hosted ecommerce packages combine shop-building tools with hosting for online stores.
Server hosting
STRATO offers virtual, cloud and dedicated server products for customers who need server resources for websites, applications or other workloads.
HiDrive online storage
HiDrive plans cover personal, family and business cloud storage, with access through web, desktop and mobile tools. The available connection protocols depend on the plan or an optional protocol package; STRATO says HiDrive Business includes the protocols.
HiDrive Object Storage
This S3-compatible storage service is designed for business workloads such as backups and applications.
Cyber Protect and other tools
Cyber Protect provides backup and security tools for computers, servers and other devices. STRATO also sells online marketing tools, including rankingCoach, and website-security add-ons such as SiteLock scanning and repair.
Data centres and support
STRATO says it operates two data centres in Germany, identified in its FAQ as Berlin and Karlsruhe, and that they are ISO 27001-certified. It describes HiDrive storage as hosted in the EU; the physical location for every product and plan is not confirmed.
STRATO’s Dutch contact information lists phone support, a web contact form and a help centre. Listed phone hours are weekdays and weekends, but support channels and hours may vary by product and market.
Who STRATO suits
STRATO may suit individuals and businesses looking to buy domains, hosting, email or storage from one provider, or customers who specifically want HiDrive or S3-compatible object storage. Look elsewhere if you need a clearly confirmed physical storage location for a particular plan, or a product feature that is not included in its package terms.
For an assessment of the service, Read our full STRATO review. Compare its email hosting and online storage with other options.
Frequently asked questions
Where is STRATO based?
STRATO GmbH is headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The company says it was founded there in 1997.
What does STRATO sell?
Its services include domains and DNS, email and web hosting, website builders, hosted webshops, virtual, cloud and dedicated servers, HiDrive storage, object storage, Cyber Protect and online marketing and website-security tools.
Does STRATO offer email hosting and cloud storage?
Yes. Its email range includes Mail Basic, Mail Plus and Mail Business. HiDrive offers personal, family and business storage plans, alongside HiDrive Object Storage for S3-compatible workloads.
How do STRATO contract renewals and cancellations work?
STRATO’s terms generally provide for automatic renewal unless a contract is cancelled at least one month before the applicable term ends. The renewal period and cancellation details can depend on the initial term and offer, so check the terms shown for the specific order.
