VDS Hosting: Your Dedicated Computing Power

VDS, or Virtual Dedicated Server, is a physical machine, partitioned into multiple isolated environments using a hypervisor. 

Each VDS runs its own operating system and comes with root access, giving you complete control. It also implies dedicated resources, which means your performance won't be impacted by the traffic of other users. This setup provides you with a reliable and personal environment to work in.

Virtual Dedicated Server (VDS) hosting is a powerful hosting solution that combines the benefits of both Shared Hosting and Dedicated Servers. 

This means:

• Full control: You get root access and the ability to install custom applications and configurations.
• Isolation: You get complete isolation of resources from others, ensuring higher performance and security.
• Scalability: You get the ability to easily upgrade or modify VDS as your needs grow.
• Cost-Effectiveness: And finally, you get the perfect balance between the performance of a fully Dedicated Server and the cost of Shared Hosting.

A Virtual Dedicated Server (VDS) is a great choice when you need more resources than shared hosting can provide. 

E-commerce sites with high traffic and transaction demands benefit from its reliability. 

SaaS platforms require consistent performance, making a VDS a suitable option. 

It's also perfect for medium-sized businesses that have outgrown shared hosting but aren't ready for a dedicated server's full cost, as it offers a balanced solution for their growth.

There are several operating systems supported by Hostman, including well-known Linux variants like Ubuntu, CentOS, and Debian. Compatibility with practically every software or application is ensured by this extensive range.

We would say that, in general, they use identical technology. However, for some unknown reason, some people have decided that VPS are servers that use exclusively OpenVZ (and similar software), while VDS are those that use KVM, XEN, VMWare, and other similar technologies.

With Hostman, you don't need to get confused about the terminology—our VDS servers give you the perfect balance between the manageability and security of dedicated servers and the price and simplicity of shared hosting.

We have examined different types of hosting in detail in this article.

Yes, because you get dedicated resources and flexible configurations! VDS is an excellent choice for developers managing several projects simultaneously.

VDS hosting typically starts at $4 per month with Hostman. Pricing depends on CPU, RAM, and storage, and you can scale resources up or down as needed.

A variety of payment methods, such as PayPal and credit cards, are accepted by Hostman. A simple and safe transaction process is guaranteed.

You should consider moving to a VDS when:

Your website or application is growing. If your current server is having difficulty handling increased traffic or resource demands, a Virtual Dedicated Server can provide you with more power and dedicated resources.

You require full control. When you need complete customization of your server environment, including the ability to install custom software and manage security settings, a VDS is the right choice.

You need improved performance. VDS offers better reliability, performance, and stability compared to shared hosting.

You want isolation. If you need to isolate your workloads and ensure resources aren’t shared with other users, a VDS is the perfect solution.

Modern features like NVMe storage for blazing-fast performance, unfettered data flow with 200 Mbps bandwidth, and dedicated processing resources for stability are all included in Hostman's VDS Hosting.

Free around-the-clock technical assistance included!

We host our servers in secure, ISO/IEC 27001, PCI-DSS, and GDPR-compliant Tier III data centers in Europe and the US. Strong physical and network protections back the security of your VDS. 

Each server comes with OpenSSH—connect via SSH for encrypted data transfer. You can also set up SSH keys and restrict password-based SSH access to enhance your security.

Now, the important thing: the security of your apps and sensitive data within your VDS is in your own hands. We strongly recommend that you establish your own firewall and access rules and always keep your software up to date.

Yes! With our VDS Hosting, you have complete root access. This means you can install any software or applications for your projects. Or choose from over 25 pre-configured packages available in the server creation menu. You can check them out in our Marketplace.

Managing a complex web app? Handling Databases? Running specialized tools? With Hostman, you have the flexibility to customize your server to meet your needs.

Ubuntu 18.04, 20.04, 22.04, and 24.04, Debian 11 and 12, and CentOS 9. Or you can easily upload your own image.

Of course. To ensure that your VDS runs at its best, Hostman provides free, 24-hour technical support for setup and troubleshooting.

Sure! Hostman will provide you free migration assistance. 

In order to reduce downtime and guarantee a smooth transition, our knowledgeable staff will help you with the relocation process.

Yes. We have a Terraform provider that allows management of our Cloud Services using IaC practices. You can access our provider on the Terraform registry.

For a quick start, check our Terraform Getting Started Guide.