For free hosting, I’ve tested InfinityFree and 000WebHost. Both offer PHP, MySQL, and FTP support with no ads, which is great for smaller projects or just learning the ropes. However, as I’ve gotten more hands-on with hosting, I wanted something more reliable for my growing needs. I’ve been using Cloudways for about a week now and it’s been working well. I managed to grab 40% off for 4 months during Black Friday, so I’m not planning to switch for at least that long. So far, everything’s been smooth, and the price seems pretty reasonable for what it offers.