VPS hosting

A virtual private server (VPS) is a type of hosting that provides an isolated environment with its own software, configuration, data, and resources, including CPU, RAM, storage, and bandwidth.

Unlike a dedicated server, a VPS operates as a virtual machine running on top of a physical host using virtualization technology. It works like traditional web hosting but with full root access and a significantly higher level of isolation, which provides better flexibility and reliability.

Combining the best of both worlds, a VPS is ideal for web professionals who want a high-performance hosting solution without the hassle of managing a physical server. It also caters to a vast range of user needs, such as, but not limited to:

• Website hosting. Host different types of websites, including large online stores built on platforms like PrestaShop, Magento, or WordPress.
• Software application hosting. Use a control panel, containerization software, or a framework to deploy various applications, such as databases, analytics platforms, customer relationship management apps, and more.
• Game server. Launch a private multiplayer server for online games like Minecraft or Counter-Strike.
• Workflow automation. Deploy n8n to connect various applications and create a custom workflow for automatic data processing, all on a centralized dashboard
• Personal large language models or AI agents. Run and tune personal large language models with Ollama, or host custom ChatGPT to assist you with specific tasks.

For more information, check out our complete guide on virtual private servers.

Kernel-based virtual machine (KVM) is a full virtualization solution that divides a physical server into completely independent and isolated virtual environments. We at Hostinger use this technology on all of our VPS plans.

Unlike other virtualization technologies, KVM gives you a higher level of isolation, reliability, and customizability – ideal if your development projects demand plenty of power and flexibility.

With KVM VPS hosting services, you’ll be in complete control – freely customize the OS, control panel, and software to suit your needs. While you’ll be responsible for your virtual private servers, we’ll take care of the speed, uptime, and stability of our physical servers.

With our KVM hosting, you’ll get cutting-edge HPE and Dell hardware, lightning-fast NVMe SSD storage, and the robust power of AMD EPYC processors. This winning combination ensures exceptional performance and responsiveness for your website or application.

Virtual private servers are ideal for building complex projects like resource-intensive websites, web apps, online gaming servers, and WordPress multisite. You can install your own operating system and set up a perfect server environment tailored to your needs.

Unlike traditional web hosting, you will get dedicated resources, such as CPU power, RAM, or disk space.

Consider upgrading to VPS solutions once your managed web hosting no longer meets your requirements and you know how to manage a virtual server. If it's your first time upgrading to a VPS platform, check out our tutorial on how to host a website on VPS to understand all the basics.

If you want to upgrade your current VPS plan, go to your Hostinger account and click the Upgrade button.

Yes. Our VPS web hosting is securely partitioned to ensure top-notch protection. We also use advanced DDoS counter-measures and an AI-powered firewall with an integrated server defense to safeguard our infrastructure.

Furthermore, every KVM VPS client gets a dedicated IP address. This lets you implement stronger security measures, such as setting firewall rules specific to your IP address.

Finally, you will get a malware scanner that can automatically detect and remove any malicious files.

Yes. With full root access, you have the freedom to configure your VPS for many purposes, including hosting resource-intensive applications, deploying local AI models, setting up centralized automation workflows, and more. The power of the VPS solution lies in its unparalleled control – you can customize the server and allocate its resources in any way you want.

We also provide the best-in-business control panels like cPanel, CyberPanel, Plesk, DirectAdmin, and more. Equipped with features like server monitoring and resource usage statistics, these panels make managing your own virtual server easier.

Whether you’re setting up a website, app, or custom project, our Linux-based operating system templates help you get started fast. Preconfigured with a selection of software and control panels, they install with a single click – giving you a ready-to-use hosting environment right away.

Our KVM VPS hosting plans range from US$ 4.99–US$ 19.99/month:

• KVM 1 – US$ 4.99/month
• KVM 2 – US$ 6.99/month
• KVM 4 – US$ 9.99/month
• KVM 8 – US$ 19.99/month

When choosing a package, consider your needs first. For instance, the KVM 2 plan comes with two virtual CPU cores, 8 GB of RAM, and 100 GB of NVMe SSD storage – enough power to host medium-scale applications, like the n8n automation tool.

There’s no need to worry about picking the wrong VPS hosting plan. You can always start small and upgrade to higher-tier plans whenever you need more resources.

Visit our article on the parameters and limits for hosting plans to learn what resources our hosting solutions provide. This detailed article offers comprehensive information on the specific limits associated with each hosting plan we offer, helping you make an informed choice based on your online project's requirements.

To help you get started with VPS hosting, we've created a comprehensive onboarding process – you can simply choose a pre-installed operating system and software for a smoother start.

For more detailed instructions, follow our tutorials on getting started with VPS hosting and what to do after buying a VPS.

Our VPS hosting platform offers a wide range of operating systems to suit different needs and preferences.

For more information, check out our article on the available operating systems for VPS hosting.

As our VPS solutions are self-managed, you will get full freedom to configure and manage the virtual server. To make server management and configuration easier, we provide:

• User-friendly dashboard with pre-made templates.
• Hostinger Tutorials for in-depth guides on virtual private servers.
• Quick step-by-step guides.
• Hostinger Academy videos.
• Kodee, an AI assistant that guides you through VPS-related tasks or directly manages various aspects of your server.

For any general questions you might have about our VPS hosting plans, such as billing methods, feel free to contact our Customer Success agents via live chat 24/7.

Both our VPS hosting and cloud hosting plans are suitable for resource-intensive websites that require high availability, top speed, and security.

The main difference lies in their management. As we offer managed cloud hosting services, we take care of your server security. Besides 24/7 Customer Success support, our cloud hosting comes with various features, such as automatic WordPress updates. That said, you won’t be able to play with server settings.

On the other hand, you will get full control over your virtual private server. This means you can install any operating system and additional software as well as configure the settings. However, you need to have some IT knowledge to manage the server.

You’ll need some IT knowledge to manage your server. That said, our AI assistant, Kodee, can handle many server management tasks for you.

Yes, Hostinger VPS provides a public API that lets you interact with your server effortlessly via code. Through a comprehensive set of endpoints, you can easily manage various aspects of your server without needing to access its interface.

Want to go further? Set up the Hostinger MCP server to connect AI tools like Claude or Cursor with your VPS using our public API. This integration offers a streamlined, vibe coding-style approach to system administration, allowing you to manage your server like never before.

Here are the key benefits of Hostinger’s VPS API:

• Seamless integration – expand your VPS capability with any platform you wish, whether a custom control panel or deployment tools, to build the ideal hosting infrastructure for your needs.
• Effortless automation – set up an automation workflow for repetitive tasks like backing up, and our API will handle the rest.
• Real-time insights – maintain optimal service uptime with instant access to vital VPS resource data, such as CPU, RAM, storage, and network usage.

Hostinger’s Public API is available with all VPS hosting plans and easily configurable via hPanel. Visit our dedicated developer page to learn more about how to use it.