Docker VPS
Explore OVHcloud Docker VPS servers
OVHcloud Docker cloud VPS solutions provide a streamlined and efficient environment for deploying and managing containerised applications.
With Docker pre-install, you can skip the need for manual setup and jump right into developing, testing, and deploying your server. Our VPS server infrastructure is designed for a high availability and optimal software performance need, ensuring your server with Docker containers runs smoothly and reliably.

- Pre-installed Docker: This is a ready-to-use server, so there is no need to install anything.
- Dedicated resources: Your cloud VPS server comes with an install of dedicated CPU, RAM, and storage, providing isolated and consistent performance.
- Flexible scalability: Easily upgrade your server resources as your Docker image and application demands grow.
- Full root access: Maintain complete control over your VPS environment and configurations.
- High-speed network: Enjoy fast server install and data transfer speeds for optimal Docker image performance.
Why deploy Docker on an OVHcloud VPS?
Unleash the power of containerisation
A Docker image install empowers you to package your software applications and dependencies into isolated containers, making them portable, scalable, and easy to manage. By combining a Docker image with an OVHcloud VPS, you gain the flexibility and control to deploy your projects seamlessly while enjoying the following benefits:
High availability, low latency
Experience exceptional cloud image install performance for your containerised applications. Our robust infrastructure minimises latency and ensures high availability, backed by a Service Level Agreement (SLA). Your Docker software containers will run smoothly, even under demanding workloads.
Robust security
OVHcloud's server VPS infrastructure is designed with image security in mind, featuring an installation of anti-DDoS protection to safeguard your application install from malicious attacks. Docker's container isolation adds an extra layer of protection by preventing unauthorised access and resource conflicts between different containers.
Affordable performance
Leverage the cloud software power of Docker image server virtualisation without the need to break the bank. Our cloud VPS solutions provide dedicated resources for your Docker containers at a fraction of the cost of traditional dedicated servers. Enjoy optimal performance without compromising your budget.
Effortless management
Streamline your software server install workflow with Docker's simple and intuitive container image tools. With just a sudo command, you can easily deploy, update, and scale your containers. Focus on building your applications, not managing complex infrastructure.
Automated backup
Protect your valuable cloud data with automated backups. Schedule regular snapshots of your cloud VPS to ensure you can quickly recover from any unexpected events. Maintain peace of mind knowing your data is safe and secure.
How to install Docker on VPS
Installing Docker on a Virtual Private Server (VPS) can often be a complex and time-consuming process, but with OVHcloud's Docker VPS, this task becomes remarkably straightforward. In fact, the Docker image server installation is pre-configured, meaning Docker is already installed and fully operational the moment your VPS is provisioned. This eliminates the need to go through the tedious manual setup processes that typically involve installing dependencies, configuring the Docker engine, and testing compatibility.
By choosing OVHcloud, you effectively bypass the intricacies of manual Docker installation, which can often require knowledge of system packages, Linux commands, and proper configurations to ensure everything runs smoothly. The pre-installed Docker environment saves you valuable time, allowing you to focus more on what truly matters—developing, deploying, and scaling your applications with ease. Whether you're working with simple microservices or orchestrating more complex containerized applications, the ready-to-use Docker setup on your VPS ensures that you can get started immediately.
Once your VPS is provisioned, you're free to start creating and managing containers without delay. Containers allow you to bundle your application and its dependencies in isolated environments, making them ideal for development, testing, and production use cases. With Docker, you have a powerful tool for automating the deployment of applications, enabling consistency across various environments, from development to production.
This streamlined setup makes Docker an essential part of your infrastructure, simplifying application deployment, management, and scaling. Whether you're deploying one container or managing hundreds, the Docker-ready VPS from OVHcloud ensures that your workflow remains efficient, reliable, and hassle-free.
Which other VPS solutions does OVHcloud offer?
OVHcloud offers a broad range of cloud VPS services for all types of needs and requirements. This includes a lot of VPS distributions:
- Cheap VPS: Perfect for budget-conscious software projects or testing environments, our Cheap VPS delivers essential features and reliable performance without compromising on quality.
- VPS for Gaming: Host your game servers with confidence on our high-performance VPS, built to handle demanding gameplay and provide a seamless experience for your gaming community.
- VPS Prestashop: Optimize your online store's cloud server performance and security with our specialised VPS hosting, tailored specifically for PrestaShop-powered e-commerce websites.
- VPS Linux: Unleash the power of Linux on a scalable and high-performance VPS, offering complete control and customisation for your web projects.
- VPS cPanel: Simplify website management with our cloud VPS hosting featuring the intuitive cPanel control panel, providing a user-friendly interface for effortless administration.
- VPS Ubuntu: Embrace the versatility and cloud user-friendliness of the Ubuntu server on a secure and affordable cloud VPS platform, ideal for both beginners and experienced users.
- VPS WordPress: Supercharge your WordPress website with dedicated resources and scalable performance, ensuring optimal speed and responsiveness even during traffic spikes.
- VPS Windows: Deploy and manage your cloud Windows-based software and services on a flexible VPS platform, offering full control and customisation within a dedicated environment.
- VPS Debian: Build a stable and secure foundation for your server projects with our VPS hosting powered by the Debian Linux distribution, renowned for its reliability and extensive software ecosystem.
FAQ
Why choose an OVHcloud VPS?
OVHcloud VPS is the preferred choice for businesses and individuals for running high-performance, flexible, and cost-effective software image hosting solutions. Our VPS infrastructure is designed to deliver exceptional speed and reliability, ensuring your applications run smoothly even under demanding workloads.
The ability to easily scale your server resources up or down as your needs change, without any downtime, provides unparalleled flexibility. Additionally, OVHcloud cloud VPS offers dedicated resources at a fraction of the cost of traditional dedicated servers, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious Docker image users.
What is Docker VPS?
Docker container VPS is a specialised type of virtual private cloud server that comes with Docker pre-installed and configured. Docker is a powerful containerisation platform that enables you to package your applications and their dependencies into isolated, portable units called containers.
These software image containers can be easily deployed with a sudo command and managed across various server environments, ensuring consistency and reproducibility. By choosing a Docker cloud VPS, you eliminate the complexities of manual Docker container installation and configuration, allowing you to focus on developing and deploying your cloud applications right from the start. This streamlined approach accelerates your development workflow and enhances your overall productivity.
Why deploy Docker on an OVHcloud VPS?
Deploying a Docker software container image with a sudo command on an OVHcloud VPS unlocks a host of container advantages that can significantly benefit your development and deployment processes. Containerisation, made possible by Docker, streamlines application deployment, making it faster, more efficient, and less error-prone.
Containers encapsulate running cloud server applications and their dependencies, ensuring consistent behaviour across different running environments, thus enhancing portability. Scaling your applications with a sudo command becomes effortless with a Docker container, as you can create and manage multiple containers to handle varying workloads.