Virtual Private Server (VPS) hosting is a type of web hosting that provides you with a virtualized portion of a physical server. Unlike shared hosting, where multiple websites share the same server resources, VPS hosting uses virtualization technology to create isolated environments for each user. This means you get dedicated resources like CPU, RAM, and storage, along with full root access to customize your server setup.
VPS hosting is the logical step when shared hosting no longer meets your needs.
- Your website or application is experiencing slow loading times or frequent slowdowns due to high traffic
- You are outgrowing shared hosting and hitting resource limits (CPU, RAM, or I/O restrictions)
- You need to install custom software, specific server configurations, or unsupported applications
- You run resource-intensive tasks such as video encoding, large databases, machine learning models, or game servers
- You want consistent performance without being affected by other websites.
- You require stronger security isolation and the ability to implement advanced firewall rules or custom security software
- You operate an e-commerce store, membership site, or any platform handling sensitive customer data
- You are a developer who needs full control for testing, staging environments, or running multiple projects