Linux VPS
Explore OVHcloud Linux VPS servers
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High performance
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Scalable to suit your needs
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A range of distributions for the Linux VPS
Total scalability
Our Linux VPS solutions are designed to suit all your needs, and scale up as your business grows. There’s no need to overprovision from the start. You can upgrade to a more powerful configuration at any time via the OVHcloud Control Panel, depending on your actual needs. This also helps you manage your budget.
Increased performance
Our Linux VPS solutions are expertly optimised by our teams to deliver the very best performance for your websites and applications. Powered by Intel’s next-generation architecture, NVMe SSD storage, and a highly resilient cloud infrastructure, our virtual private servers ensure fast and reliable performance. This ensures a smooth experience for all users, whether you’re hosting business applications or high-traffic websites.
A dedicated environment
The hardware resources for your VPS are completely allocated to you. You also get full access as an administrator to host production environments and deploy business applications with ease. Whether you’re hosting multiple websites, running software, or testing new services, you can adapt these private environments to fit your usage. Adjust your server resources based on your specific needs, and optimise for more power.
Simplicity and independence
With a virtual private server or cloud VPS, you don’t have to worry about hardware constraints, components scalability or technical failures — you still get more performance and control. With just a few clicks, you can automatically install Linux, or choose from various operating systems. Prefer a managed or an unmanaged solution? Our Linux VPS plans offer the best options for all types of users.
Unlimited traffic
With OVHcloud Linux VPS hosting, you get unlimited traffic*, and up to 3 Gbps bandwidth, depending on the model you choose. It’s ideal for hosting websites, applications, and services that demand high bandwidth and optimal performance. This way, your customers can enjoy comfort and better user experience.
*Excludes datacentres in the Asia-Pacific region.
Backup options
Your data is protected with a range of backup solutions. The Standard Automated Backup is included with every VPS, creating a daily system copy retained for 24 hours. For extended coverage, you can upgrade to the Premium Automated Backup, which offers 7-day retention and flexible scheduling. You can also use external storage and manual snapshots to create and restore server images at any time via the OVHcloud Control Panel. Your websites, applications, and critical data stay securely backed up at all times.
Availability
Our Linux VPS is built on a robust cloud infrastructure that ensures high availability for production environments and business applications. With low latency and SLA-backed hardware availability SLA 99,9%, you’re guaranteed fast, stable service for your website, applications, and services. Users can count on this setup for reliable and long-term performance.
Advantages of OVHcloud Linux VPS
Find out why OVHcloud Linux VPS hosting stands out from the competition with these key advantages:
Scalability
Our Linux VPS hosting solutions are fully scalable. As your business grows, you can move to a higher configuration without downtime. You can take care of everything yourself from the OVHcloud Control Panel — you get full control over your server and the best value for your money.
High performance and reliability
Boasting Intel’s latest architecture, ultra-fast NVMe SSDs, and a resilient cloud infrastructure, OVHcloud’s Linux VPS servers deliver superior performance capabilities. No matter what you’re running — websites, business apps, or resource-intensive services — we’ve got you covered with fast and reliable service, with minimal downtime.
Flexibility and customisation
OVHcloud Linux VPS plans give you complete control over your server environment. You can install custom software, manage backups, and fine-tune operating systems (Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS) to tailor your server to fit your needs.
Enhanced security and support
Need help? Our support team is available around the clock to assist you with any issues. Our backup solutions keeps your data protected at all times.
Competitive and transparent pricing
Competitively priced and featuring a transparent pricing structure, OVHcloud Linux VPS hosting plans offer the best value for businesses of all sizes. You can opt for the VPS 1, VPS 2, VPS 3 or VPS 4 plan to access top-tier resources and services at a reasonable monthly rate.
Your questions answered
Why choose an OVHcloud VPS?
With an OVHcloud VPS, you get a complete and scalable solution tailored to your needs. You're free to choose your operating system, such as Ubuntu, CentOS or Debian, and install management tools like Plesk or cPanel. If your needs change, you can upgrade to a more powerful configuration in just one click, with no downtime.
OVHcloud VPS also includes advanced features for security, backup and management, making it suitable for even the most demanding projects.
What is a Linux VPS?
A VPS, short for ‘virtual private server’, is a virtual machine with hardware resources dedicated to you. One of the key advantages of this solution is its cost, as it has a much more affordable price tag than a standard dedicated server.
A Linux VPS is a server specially designed to work with Linux distributions. However, you can still install an operating system of your choice — so you can get a Windows VPS, for example.
What are the differences between a VPS hosting and shared hosting?
Shared hosting is ideal for simple needs like brochure websites, blogs or small projects. Resources are predefined and shared between multiple users.
With a VPS, you have full control over your own environment. You can install the OS and software you prefer, configure access as needed, and scale your server as your activity grows. It's the best choice when you need more performance, flexibility and control.
What is a Linux VPS hosting
Hosting on a Linux VPS means your website runs on a virtual private server powered by the Linux operating system. This setup gives users access to exclusive server resources, including RAM, CPU, and storage capacity. If you want better control and performance than shared hosting, but don’t want to pay a fortune for dedicated servers, Linus VPS hosting is a great option. This makes it the top choice for hosting websites, business applications, and other services requiring flexible, scalable resources.
Which Linux OS is best for VPS?
Popular Linux distributions for VPS hosting include Ubuntu, CentOS, and Debian. Ubuntu is known for its ease of use, CentOS for its stability, and Debian for its security. The best option depends on what you need and how well you know each operating system.
What do you get with a Linux VPS?
OVHcloud Linux VPS offers dedicated server resources including RAM, CPU, and storage. You can install any OS or software you want with full root access. This makes it perfect for hosting websites, managing business applications, and running custom services.
How to set up a Linux VPS?
Setting up an OVHcloud Linux VPS is straightforward. Choose your plan, install your preferred operating system via the OVHcloud Control Panel, and gain full root access to configure your server. You can also install additional software and manage backups for added data protection.
What are the common use cases of Linux VPS hosting?
Linux VPS hosting is a popular option for hosting websites, e-commerce, business apps, development environments, and high-traffic web services. It is also ideal for users who need secure data storage and high bandwidth for resource-intensive projects.
Linux VPS or Windows VPS — which is the better option?
When choosing between Linux VPS and Windows VPS, it all comes down to what you need. Linux VPS is cheaper, more flexible, and better suited for open-source software and web hosting. A Windows VPS is great if you prefer Microsoft apps or need a user-friendly graphical interface. You can however count on both options in terms of power and reliability.