I want to make multiple websites. Do I need to buy multiple hosting accounts?

Nope! However, you will need the next-level hosting plan if you’re using HostGator – the Baby Plan, rather than the Hatchling Plan.

If you haven’t bought your hosting yet, simply change your package to Baby on the order form. If you’ve already paid for hosting, all you need to do is upgrade your plan: How Do I Upgrade My Account to a Better Plan?

Once you’re on the Baby Plan, you just need to create an Addon domain. Here’s how to do that: I already own a hosting package and want to add a 2nd domain.