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Full root access, SSH from day one, and no hosting panel in the way. Deploy your own toolchain, configure Nginx or Caddy, set up Docker Compose, and manage your stack exactly how your workflow demands.
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Linux VPS Plans & Pricing
Four cheap Linux VPS plans from $5.50/month. Every plan ships with full root access, NVMe storage, dedicated CPU on modern AMD and Intel hardware, and zero-touch setup - online in under 5 minutes. All plans include a private domain-ready environment with managed infrastructure.
20% Off
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Linux VPS
$
4
.40
/month
$
5
.50
/month
first 3 months / 20% discount
- 3 CPU-Kerne
- 6 GB RAM
- 50 GB NVMe Speicherplatz
- Unbegrenzte Bandbreite*
- 1 Snapshot
- 1 Backup-Slot
- IP V4 + V6
- Voller Root-Zugriff
BESTSELLER
20% Off
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Linux VPS
$
9
.12
/month
$
11
.40
/month
first 3 months / 20% discount
- 6 CPU-Kerne
- 16 GB RAM
- 100 GB NVMe Speicherplatz
- Unbegrenzte Bandbreite*
- 1 Snapshot
- 1 Backup-Slot
- IP V4 + V6
- Voller Root-Zugriff
20% Off
L
Linux VPS
$
15
.68
/month
$
19
.60
/month
first 3 months / 20% discount
- 8 CPU-Kerne
- 32 GB RAM
- 200 GB NVMe Speicherplatz
- Unbegrenzte Bandbreite*
- 2 Snapshots
- 2 Backup-Slots
- IP V4 + V6
- Voller Root-Zugriff
20% Off
XL
Linux VPS
$
28
.80
/month
$
36
.00
/month
first 3 months / 20% discount
- 12 CPU-Kerne
- 64 GB RAM
- 400 GB NVMe Speicherplatz
- Unbegrenzte Bandbreite*
- 2 Snapshots
- 2 Backup-Slots
- IP V4 + V6
- Voller Root-Zugriff
20% Off
XXL
Linux VPS
$
44
.48
/month
$
55
.60
/month
first 3 months / 20% discount
- 16 CPU-Kerne
- 128 GB RAM
- 600 GB NVMe Speicherplatz
- Unbegrenzte Bandbreite*
- 3 Snapshots
- 3 Backup-Slots
- IP V4 + V6
- Voller Root-Zugriff
What Can You Run on a Cheap Linux VPS?
From WordPress sites to Docker stacks, a cheap Linux VPS from Virtarix handles real production workloads with dedicated CPU, NVMe storage, and full root access - no shared-hosting ceilings, no surprise renewals. Every server runs in an isolated private environment with managed domain support.
SaaS Builders and App Teams
Cloud VPS gives SaaS products a dedicated, scalable runtime that won’t buckle under growing user load. Add CPU and RAM from the control panel as your user base grows - without migrating or renegotiating a contract.
Agencies and Freelancers
Host multiple client projects on one VPS, or provision separate servers per client for clean isolation. With instant deployment and transparent pricing, it’s easy to spin up new environments without overhead.
High-Traffic Websites and APIs
Dedicated CPU and NVMe storage mean your app handles traffic spikes without slowdowns caused by shared resources. Pair with a CDN or load balancer to build a production-grade stack from a single VPS starting point.
Remote Work and Internal Tools
Run internal tools, admin panels, VPN endpoints, or remote desktop environments on your own infrastructure. IPv4 and IPv6 are included on all plans - no extras needed to get a private, accessible server online.
Growing E-Commerce and Content Platforms
WooCommerce, Magento, or a custom storefront - Cloud VPS gives your platform the consistent I/O performance that shared hosting can’t guarantee. Upgrade your plan as order volume grows without touching your site configuration.
Why Choose Virtarix for Cheap Linux VPS Hosting?
Launch faster with cloud VPS hosting built for speed, flexibility, and reliability. Virtarix combines NVMe-powered performance, instant resource scaling, and dependable infrastructure to give developers, businesses, and growing projects the stable foundation they need without the limits of traditional hosting.
NVMe-Powered Performance
Every cloud VPS runs on fast NVMe storage to improve load times, speed up databases, and handle high-I/O workloads more efficiently. databases, builds, and high-I/O workloads.
Scale Without Downtime
Upgrade CPU, RAM, and storage as your needs grow, with flexible cloud VPS resources that can scale without migration delays or long-term contract lock-ins.
Reliable Infrastructure
Built for consistent uptime and predictable performance, with snapshots, backups, and a stable platform you can rely on for production workloads.
Global Locations. Low-Latency Reach
Deploy closer to your users with infrastructure across multiple data centre locations. It’s a practical foundation for faster delivery, better regional coverage, and more consistent performance where it matters.
IPv4 + IPv6. Ready to Connect
Every plan includes IPv4 and IPv6 support, giving you the flexibility to run modern services with straightforward network access from day one. It’s a simple, production-ready setup without extra friction.
Dedicated Resources. Predictable Performance
Each VPS plan is built around clearly allocated CPU, RAM, and NVMe storage, so your server resources stay straightforward and dependable. That makes it easier to run live workloads with confidence as usage grows.
Cheap Linux VPS vs Shared Hosting: What Actually Changes
A direct comparison of what you get when you move from shared hosting to a Virtarix cheap Linux VPS.
| Feature | Shared Hosting | Virtarix Linux VPS |
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Server Resources
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CPU and RAM shared across dozens of tenants. Performance degrades during platform traffic spikes - unpredictably and without warning. |
Dedicated CPU cores and RAM allocated to your server only. Guaranteed allocation enforced at the hypervisor level. |
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Root Access
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No SSH or root access. Configuration locked to cPanel or a similar vendor panel with limited customisation. |
Full root access via SSH from the first boot. Configure your os, install any package, and manage services exactly as needed. |
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Software Control
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Restricted to pre-approved software, fixed runtime versions, and host-managed PHP or database configurations. |
Run any stack - Docker, Node.js, Python, Laravel, Go, Rust, custom daemons. Full control over runtimes, versions, and services. |
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Storage Performance
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Shared SATA or mixed SSD storage with variable I/O during peak hours. High-write workloads queue behind other tenants. |
Dedicated NVMe block storage with consistent read/write I/O. No shared I/O queue - your disk performance is yours alone. |
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Scalability
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Hit plan limits and you must migrate to a new host - reconfigure DNS, reinstall software, rebuild the environment. |
Upgrade CPU, RAM, and NVMe storage in-place from the control panel. No migration, no data transfer, no environment rebuild required. |
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Pricing Transparency
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Low headline prices that double or triple on renewal. Basics like backups, SSL, and staging often cost extra. |
Fixed pricing from $5.50/month with no long-term contract. Includes NVMe storage, DDoS protection, IPv4 + IPv6, and backups - no renewal surprises like Hostinger, Hetzner, or IONOS. |
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Security and Isolation
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Shared environment means shared attack surface. A compromised tenant can affect your site; no server-level firewall control. |
Full OS-level isolation with server-level firewall control and built-in DDoS mitigation active on all plans. |
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Why Our Cheap Linux VPS Beats Shared Hosting
Full Root Access
SSH in from day one with full sudo access. Install any package, configure any service, and manage your server exactly how you need - no cPanel restrictions, no permission walls.
NVMe SSD Storage on Every Plan
Every Cloud VPS runs on pure NVMe block storage - not SATA SSD, not HDD. Faster database queries, quicker builds, and lower latency for I/O-heavy workloads from the day you deploy.
Server Ready in Under 5 Minutes
Submit your order and your VPS is provisioned automatically - no waiting for a human to flip a switch. Most deployments complete in under 5 minutes, including OS installation and network assignment.
Guaranteed Resource Isolation
Your CPU and RAM are never shared with other tenants. Each VPS runs on a hypervisor that enforces hard limits, so other tenants' activity never touches your performance.
DDoS Protection Included
Network-layer DDoS mitigation is active on all plans at no extra cost. Traffic scrubbing handles common volumetric attack patterns so your application stays reachable under fire.
Upgrade Without Migrating
Add CPU cores, increase RAM, or expand NVMe storage from your control panel - no server migration, no data transfer, no scheduled maintenance window required.
Zero Setup Fees, Month-to-Month Billing
A cheap Linux VPS from Virtarix is online in under 5 minutes with no setup charges and no lock-in. Pay month to month on modern AMD and Intel hardware - cancel anytime.
Run Any Linux Stack
CentOS Web panel
cPanel
Docker
Drupal
GitLab
Jitsi
Joomla
LAMP
Magento
Laravel
Pritunl
Wordpress
Node.js
Python
MySQL
PostgreSQL
Nginx
KVM
Supported Linux Distributions
Need a custom OS image? Compatible custom ISO deployments can be arranged on request for specialised builds and supported environments.
Custom ISO Support
Custom ISO deployments are supported on request.
Instance snapshots
Take snapshots of running instances and deploy copies in any of our datacenters.
Instance Backup
Deploy a new server from an existing backup in just seconds.
Choose Your Linux Distribution
Every cheap Linux VPS from Virtarix ships with your choice of distribution - installed automatically during provisioning, ready for SSH in under 5 minutes. Full root access on every image, on modern AMD and Intel hardware with KVM virtualization. Zero-touch setup, month-to-month billing, online in minutes on modern hardware.
Ubuntu LTS
The most popular Linux distro for servers. Huge package ecosystem via apt, long-term support releases, and first-class Docker and Kubernetes support. Best default for new Linux VPS users.
Debian
Rock-solid stability and minimal bloat. Ideal for web servers, mail servers, and any production Linux VPS workload where you want long update cycles and predictable behaviour.
AlmaLinux
Binary-compatible with RHEL, maintained by a nonprofit. The best cheap Linux VPS choice for teams used to CentOS, dnf, and SELinux. Full root access, long release support.
Rocky Linux
Another community-driven RHEL-compatible distribution. Identical tooling to AlmaLinux with the same enterprise workflows. Ideal when you need a cheap Linux VPS for CentOS-style stacks without licence costs.
Fedora
Cutting-edge kernel, modern systemd, and the latest container tooling. Best for developers who want the newest Linux features on a cheap Linux VPS without paying enterprise prices.
Custom ISO
Need a specialised Linux build or a distro outside our pre-built images? Custom ISO deployments are supported on request for compatible environments - talk to support before checkout.
Linux Power Without the Bloat.
We’re one of the best Linux VPS providers for a reason. Virtarix gives you cloud VPS hosting that’s fast, flexible, and easy to manage - whether you’re deploying a LAMP stack, running Docker, or spinning up a Linux VPS with GUI for remote desktop access.
3 VPS Hosting Locations Available Now
Deploy your VPS in trusted hubs across the USA, Europe and Africa, with Dubai and Singapore coming soon.
Shared Hosting Holding Your Linux Projects Back?
Time to move to a cheap Linux VPS that actually respects your workload. Full root access, NVMe storage, and unlimited bandwidth - from $5.50/mo.
With Virtarix cheap Linux VPS hosting, you skip the cPanel bottleneck, the noisy-neighbour CPU contention, and the slow support queues. Deploy Ubuntu, Debian, or AlmaLinux in minutes, install any package, and keep predictable costs as you scale. Every cheap Linux VPS runs on enterprise-grade hardware with NVMe storage, kept online with proactive monitoring and monthly hardware audits.
Get StartedYour Cheap Linux VPS, Online in Under 5 Minutes
No lengthy setup process. Pick your plan, choose your Linux distribution, and your cheap Linux VPS is provisioned automatically - root credentials delivered to your inbox in under 5 minutes.
Choose Your Plan and OS
Select a cheap Linux VPS plan that fits your CPU, RAM, and NVMe storage needs. Pick Ubuntu, Debian, AlmaLinux, Rocky Linux, Fedora, or Arch Linux. Takes under a minute.
Deploy Automatically
After checkout, your VPS is provisioned on our infrastructure without any manual steps. OS is installed, IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are assigned, and login credentials are delivered - all in under 5 minutes. Setup completes automatically on our hardware - your Linux VPS is online the moment provisioning finishes.
SSH In and Build
Connect via SSH with root access from the first boot. Install your stack, configure your firewall, and start deploying - no cPanel, no waiting for a support ticket, no restrictions. Keep your server online month after month with automated backups and hardware-level monitoring.
Security
Fortified cloud security
Our robust security infrastructure ensures the highest level of protection, combining cutting-edge technology with vigilant monitoring for a secure hosting environment.
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Industry-leading encryption protocols secure your data during transit.
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Our dedicated team monitors for potential threats around the clock, providing rapid response to any suspicious activity.
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Enhance account security with an additional layer of protection through MFA, fortifying access controls and thwarting unauthorized logins.
How Does Virtarix Compare to Other Cheap Linux VPS Providers?
Closest verified Linux VPS plan matches as of March 2026 from Hostinger, Hetzner, OVH Cloud, UltaHost, Vultr, DigitalOcean, RackNerd, and others. Renewal/standard rates used - promo prices excluded.
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Hetzner
Hostinger
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Hetzner
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RackNerd
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Start Your Cheap Linux VPS Today - 20% Off First 3 Months
Plans from $5.50/month: 3 CPU cores, 6 GB RAM, 50 GB NVMe storage, unlimited bandwidth, full root access on Ubuntu, Debian, AlmaLinux, and more. Zero setup fees, modern AMD and Intel hardware, online in under 5 minutes. Apply code WELCOME20 at checkout - offer ends this month.
Cheap Linux VPS Hosting: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest Linux VPS hosting available?
Virtarix cheap Linux VPS hosting starts at $5.50/month (billed quarterly) for 3 CPU cores, 6 GB RAM, 50 GB NVMe storage, and unlimited bandwidth. That price includes DDoS protection, IPv4 + IPv6, full root access, and your choice of Ubuntu, Debian, or AlmaLinux - no add-ons, no renewal price hikes.
What Linux distributions does Virtarix support?
Virtarix supports Ubuntu, Debian, AlmaLinux, Rocky Linux, Fedora, CentOS, and Arch Linux as pre-built images, plus custom ISO deployments on request. Every distribution ships with full root access and is ready for SSH in under 5 minutes.
Is Virtarix Linux VPS hosting reliable?
Yes. Every cheap Linux VPS runs with a 99.99% uptime SLA, dedicated (not shared) CPU and RAM enforced at the KVM hypervisor level, NVMe block storage, and active DDoS mitigation at the network edge. The infrastructure is production-grade - it runs live customer workloads across data centres in the USA, Europe, and Africa. Hardware is replaced on a strict refresh cycle, servers are monitored online 24/7, and uptime is measured month over month.
What is the difference between Linux VPS and shared hosting?
A Linux VPS gives you dedicated CPU, RAM, and NVMe storage on a virtual machine with full root access, so your server is isolated from other users at the hypervisor level. Shared hosting puts hundreds of sites on one server with no root access, no SSH, and unpredictable performance. A cheap Linux VPS costs only slightly more and removes every one of those limits.
Can I upgrade my Linux VPS plan as I grow?
Yes. CPU, RAM, and NVMe storage can be upgraded in-place from the control panel. Most resource upgrades apply without a full server restart - a brief network reconnection typically completes in under 30 seconds. No data migration, no re-install, no rebuilding your Linux environment. Month-to-month billing means you can upsize for a single month and downsize again next cycle without penalty.
How quickly can I deploy a Linux VPS server?
Most cheap Linux VPS deployments complete in under 5 minutes from checkout. After payment, our automation selects a node, installs your chosen Linux distribution, assigns IPv4 and IPv6 addresses, and emails your root credentials - no manual setup or support tickets needed. No hardware setup, no ticket queue - the VPS is online and reachable over SSH the moment provisioning completes.
Can I install custom software on a Linux VPS?
Yes. Every cheap Linux VPS gives you full root access from the first boot. Install any package via apt or dnf, compile from source, run custom daemons, configure your own firewall, and deploy Docker, Kubernetes, LAMP, Nginx, Node.js, Python, or any other stack. There are no cPanel restrictions and no pre-approved software list. You control the full setup - kernel modules, system services, and any package your Linux distribution supports.
Do you use KVM virtualization for Linux VPS?
Yes. Every Virtarix cheap Linux VPS runs on KVM virtualization on modern AMD and Intel hardware. KVM enforces hard CPU and RAM limits at the kernel level, so your server resources are truly dedicated - noisy neighbours cannot steal your CPU or slow your NVMe disk I/O. The underlying hardware runs the latest AMD EPYC and Intel Xeon CPUs, kept online with N+1 redundancy across every cheap Linux VPS node.
What is included in Virtarix Linux VPS bandwidth?
Starter Linux VPS plans include at least 1 TB of monthly outbound bandwidth, and higher tiers advertise unlimited bandwidth. Inbound traffic is unmetered on every plan. If you exceed your included outbound, you can top up rather than face service suspension.
Does the cheap Linux VPS include DDoS protection?
Yes. Network-layer DDoS protection is active on every cheap Linux VPS plan at no extra cost. Traffic scrubbing handles common volumetric attack patterns so your application stays reachable under fire, without you configuring anything.
Where are Virtarix Linux VPS servers located?
Virtarix operates data centres in the USA, Europe (Germany), and Africa (Johannesburg), with Dubai and Singapore coming soon. During checkout you pick the region closest to your users to reduce network latency and improve performance.
Is a cheap Linux VPS suitable for production workloads?
Yes. Every plan - even the $5.50/month starter - uses dedicated CPU and RAM, NVMe block storage, and DDoS mitigation. The platform is engineered for live production workloads with a 99.99% uptime SLA. The only real difference between the cheap Linux VPS tier and higher tiers is the quantity of resources, not the quality.
Customer Reviews
Danie de Klerk
4. Dez. 2025
Schneller und hochwertiger Support und VPS
Zunächst hatte ich ein paar Fragen, bevor ich mich angemeldet habe. Innerhalb weniger Minuten erhielt ich eine Rückmeldung. Ich habe mich wegen des hochwertigen Supports angemeldet und war dann zusätzlich von der VPS-Geschwindigkeit überrascht. Ich empfehle Virtarix sehr. Keine Sorgen mehr! Alles funktioniert einfach großartigsource /Volumes/Byron\ Beats/savedpixel.co/sabal-gor/.venv/bin/activate && python -m src.etl.run --source saps_newsroom --start-date 2015-06-04
Jacques Marais
23. Mär. 2026
Günstig, einfach, schnell.
Virtarix ist außergewöhnlich günstig, benutzerfreundlich und schnell einzurichten. Sehr zu empfehlen!
Claude
2. Jun. 2025
Genau mein VPS-Anbieter
Schnelle VPS-Einrichtung. Respekt vor der Privatsphäre. Gute Kommunikation bei der Rechnungsstellung. Erschwingliche Preise.
Mabe Studios
23. Jan. 2026
Die Kosten sind das Aufregendste
Die Kosten sind das Aufregendste. Tolles Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis. Die Zuverlässigkeit war phänomenal. Die einfache Wartung und Bedienfreundlichkeit machen das Gesamtpaket perfekt.
Collin Too
2. Jun. 2025
Nutze Virtarix seit 3 Monaten und bin…
Nutze Virtarix seit 3 Monaten und bin begeistert, hatte nie Probleme mit meinem VPS. Tolle Arbeit vom Team!
Beele saeed
10. Sep. 2024
Hervorragender Service und Support!
Hervorragender Service und Support! Ich hatte von Anfang bis Ende eine herausragende Erfahrung mit diesem Unternehmen. Das Team, insbesondere Peter, war unglaublich hilfsbereit bei der Einrichtung mehrerer Server. Sie haben schnell auf alle meine Anfragen reagiert, einen reibungslosen Übergang beim Standortwechsel ermöglicht und das Setup sogar perfekt an meine Bedürfnisse angepasst. Die Preise waren fair und der Service erstklassig. Alles wurde problemlos aktiviert, und ich könnte mit der Leistung der Server nicht zufriedener sein. Ich empfehle sie jedem, der zuverlässiges und effizientes Server-Hosting sucht. Werde definitiv weiter mit ihnen arbeiten!
fforty group
2. Mai 2025
Professioneller Hosting-Anbieter
Virtarix ist ein professioneller Hosting-Anbieter mit dem besten Support, den ich je erlebt habe. Die Preise sind äußerst wettbewerbsfähig. Unsere Ansprechpartner im Support sind sehr reaktionsschnell und komplexe Anfragen werden schnell und sehr zufriedenstellend bearbeitet. Die Zuverlässigkeit des Dienstes ist ausgezeichnet, unsere erste Wahl für unser Hosting und kommende Geschäftsprojekte!
Byron Jacobs
25. Mär. 2026
Wirklich beeindruckt von der Storage VPS Leistung
Ich habe mich für Virtarix’ günstigsten Storage VPS angemeldet, um die großen E-Commerce-Seiten eines Familienmitglieds zu sichern, und bin von der Leistung wirklich beeindruckt. Es ist schnell, und einen Server in Johannesburg, Südafrika zu haben, ist ein großer Vorteil. Die Preise sind auch deutlich günstiger als andere lokale Speicheroptionen. Ich bin sehr zufrieden und würde Virtarix gerne weiterempfehlen.
Explore Other Virtarix VPS Options
Start with the plan that fits what you actually need today, then scale when your workload grows.
20% Off
S
Linux VPS
$
4
.40
/month
$
5
.50
/month
first 3 months / 20% discount
- 3 CPU-Kerne
- 6 GB RAM
- 50 GB NVMe Speicherplatz
- Unbegrenzte Bandbreite*
- 1 Snapshot
- 1 Backup-Slot
- IP V4 + V6
- Voller Root-Zugriff
BESTSELLER
20% Off
M
Linux VPS
$
9
.12
/month
$
11
.40
/month
first 3 months / 20% discount
- 6 CPU-Kerne
- 16 GB RAM
- 100 GB NVMe Speicherplatz
- Unbegrenzte Bandbreite*
- 1 Snapshot
- 1 Backup-Slot
- IP V4 + V6
- Voller Root-Zugriff
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Linux VPS
$
15
.68
/month
$
19
.60
/month
first 3 months / 20% discount
- 8 CPU-Kerne
- 32 GB RAM
- 200 GB NVMe Speicherplatz
- Unbegrenzte Bandbreite*
- 2 Snapshots
- 2 Backup-Slots
- IP V4 + V6
- Voller Root-Zugriff
20% Off
XL
Linux VPS
$
28
.80
/month
$
36
.00
/month
first 3 months / 20% discount
- 12 CPU-Kerne
- 64 GB RAM
- 400 GB NVMe Speicherplatz
- Unbegrenzte Bandbreite*
- 2 Snapshots
- 2 Backup-Slots
- IP V4 + V6
- Voller Root-Zugriff
20% Off
XXL
Linux VPS
$
44
.48
/month
$
55
.60
/month
first 3 months / 20% discount
- 16 CPU-Kerne
- 128 GB RAM
- 600 GB NVMe Speicherplatz
- Unbegrenzte Bandbreite*
- 3 Snapshots
- 3 Backup-Slots
- IP V4 + V6
- Voller Root-Zugriff
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