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WordPress VPS Hosting - Unlimited Sites, NVMe, From $5.50/mo

WordPress VPS hosting with NVMe SSD, full root access, free SSL, and pre-installed cPanel option. Run unlimited WordPress sites. 99.99% uptime. From $5.50/mo.

from $4 .40 /month

20% off your first 3 months - normally $5.50/month
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Why Choose Virtarix for WordPress Hosting

Discover the possibilities of running WordPress on a VPS - faster, safer, and fully under your control.

Business Websites

Host a professional business site with dedicated CPU and RAM - no slowdowns when traffic spikes, no limits on plugins or themes. A WordPress VPS gives you the flexibility to run enterprise themes, custom configurations, and multiple domains from a single server.

Blogs & Personal Websites

Traffic spikes from viral posts can crash a shared host in seconds. A VPS for WordPress gives your blog dedicated resources so it stays online and loads fast even when a post goes viral - with no throttling, no overselling.

eCommerce Stores

Run WooCommerce on infrastructure that doesn't flinch at checkouts. Dedicated NVMe storage and a stable PHP 8.x environment ensure cart pages load in under 2 seconds and transactions complete without error, even during peak sales periods.

Portfolios & Creative Showcases

Serve high-resolution images, video reels, and media-rich galleries without hitting storage caps. A WordPress VPS with 50-600 GB NVMe storage ensures your creative work loads fast for every visitor, everywhere.

Online Learning Platforms

Deliver video lessons, quizzes, and downloadable content at scale. WordPress VPS hosting supports LMS plugins like LearnDash and LifterLMS with the CPU and RAM needed for concurrent student sessions without lag.

Community & Membership Sites

Run BuddyPress, bbPress, or membership plugins on a server you control. DDoS protection keeps your community always-on, while root access lets you fine-tune database performance as your member base grows.

What You Can Build on a Virtarix WordPress VPS

What You Can Build on a Virtarix WordPress VPS. List of what you can build: blogs, WooCommerce stores, agency client sites, WordPress Multisite networks, membership sites, learning platforms, private staging sites, and high-traffic content websites.

CPU

Minimum 2 vCPU cores. 4+ recommended for high-traffic sites.

RAM

Minimum 2 GB. 4-8 GB suggested for smooth performance under load.

Storage

Minimum 20 GB SSD/NVMe. 50-100 GB recommended for media-heavy sites.

Security

DDoS protection, SSL, and daily backups for worry-free uptime.

PHP

Version 7.4+; 8+ recommended for modern themes and plugins.

Database

MySQL 5.6+ or MariaDB 10.0+; latest stable versions suggested for reliability.

WordPress VPS vs Managed WordPress Hosting

Wondering if you should go with managed hosting or a WordPress VPS? Let's compare your options:

Feature Managed WordPress Hosting
WordPress VPS (Virtarix) WordPress VPS (Virtarix)
Performance

Shared or capped resources; may slow under high traffic

Dedicated CPU, RAM, and NVMe storage for fast, reliable WordPress performance

Control and Flexibility

Limited plugin/theme support; server configuration mostly fixed

Full root/SSH access; install any plugin or theme

Security

Provider handles security and backups automatically

You control backups, firewall, and DDoS protection

Scalability

Scaling is limited or controlled by provider

Scale CPU, RAM, storage, and bandwidth on demand

Cost

Higher cost for convenience; less control over performance

Pay only for the resources you need; cost-effective for growing sites

Ideal For

Beginners, small blogs, hands-off users

Agencies, developers, high-traffic blogs, and growing businesses

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How to Install WordPress on VPS

Here's a simple guide to installing WordPress on VPS so you can start building your site.

1

Choose Your VPS Hosting Plan

Pick the Virtarix WordPress VPS plan that fits your site's size and traffic needs.

2

Set Up Your Server

Deploy your VPS with the preferred operating system, such as Ubuntu, Debian, or CentOS.

3

Install a Web Server Stack

Add Apache or Nginx, along with PHP and MySQL or MariaDB, so your server can run WordPress.

4

Download WordPress

Get the latest version from WordPress.org and upload it to your VPS.

5

Create a Database

Set up a MySQL or MariaDB database and user with secure credentials.

6

Run the WordPress Installer

Open your domain in a browser and follow the setup wizard to connect your database and configure your site.

7

Secure and Optimize

Enable SSL, configure firewalls, and add caching or a CDN to improve security and performance.

Works With Every WordPress Stack

Virtarix WordPress VPS is fully compatible with the tools and frameworks your site depends on.

WordPress WordPress
WooCommerce WooCommerce
Ubuntu Ubuntu
Debian Debian
Nginx Nginx
Apache Apache
PHP 8.x PHP 8.x
MySQL MySQL
MariaDB MariaDB
LiteSpeed LiteSpeed
Cloudflare Cloudflare
Let's Encrypt Let's Encrypt
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Global network

Our global network of data centres ensures your website is always close to your audience, providing fast load times and a reliable online presence.

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The Full WordPress Stack: Pre-Configured or Custom

With a Virtarix VPS, your WordPress site stays fast, secure, and always online - no matter how big your audience gets.

The Full WordPress Stack: Pre-Configured or Custom. (Control Panels, Caching, ...) cPanel options, SSL, caching layers, PHP, database services, backups, staging, DNS, and security controls can be configured for your WordPress VPS.

Launch Your WordPress VPS in Minutes

From checkout to a live WordPress site in under 15 minutes.

1

Choose Your Plan

Select the Virtarix WordPress VPS that matches your site's size. Plans start at $5.50/month with instant provisioning.

2

Deploy & Install WordPress

Your server is ready in under 5 minutes. Install WordPress via a one-click panel installer (cPanel, HestiaCP, or CyberPanel) or directly from WordPress.org via SSH.

3

Go Live

Point your domain, enable free SSL via Let's Encrypt, and publish. Your WordPress site is live on NVMe-powered infrastructure with DDoS protection active by default.

WordPress VPS - Market Price Comparison

See how Virtarix WordPress VPS pricing compares to the market. Same specs, lower price.

Virtarix

$5.50
3 vCPU, 6 GB RAM, 50 GB NVMe, unlimited bandwidth, DDoS protection

UltaHost

$7.99
1 vCPU, ~4 GB RAM, similar entry specs

Hetzner

$9.49
2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 80 GB SSD

Hostinger

$11.99
1 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 50 GB NVMe, 4 TB bandwidth

DigitalOcean

$12.00
1 vCPU, 2 GB RAM, 50 GB SSD, 2 TB bandwidth

RackNerd

$20.59
3 vCPU, 2 GB RAM, 75 GB SSD, 2 TB bandwidth

Virtarix

$11.40
6 vCPU, 16 GB RAM, 100 GB NVMe, unlimited bandwidth

Hostinger

$14.99
2 vCPU, 8 GB RAM, 100 GB NVMe, 8 TB bandwidth

Hetzner

$15.99
4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM, 160 GB SSD

UltaHost

$17.99
4 vCPU, 6 GB RAM, 100 GB NVMe

RackNerd

$24.59
4 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 130 GB SSD, 3 TB bandwidth

DigitalOcean

$48.00
4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM, 160 GB SSD, 5 TB bandwidth

Virtarix

$19.60
8 vCPU, 32 GB RAM, 200 GB NVMe, unlimited bandwidth

Hostinger

$28.99
4 vCPU, 16 GB RAM, 200 GB NVMe, 16 TB bandwidth

Hetzner

$29.99
8 vCPU, 16 GB RAM, 320 GB SSD

RackNerd

$36.59
6 vCPU, 8 GB RAM, 220 GB SSD, 5 TB bandwidth

DigitalOcean

$84.00
4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM, 50 GB SSD

Virtarix

$36.00
12 vCPU, 64 GB RAM, 400 GB NVMe, unlimited bandwidth

OVH Cloud

$36.11
12 vCores, 48 GB RAM, 300 GB NVMe, unlimited

Hetzner

$42.99
12 vCPU, 24 GB RAM, 480 GB SSD

Hostinger

$49.99
8 vCPU, 32 GB RAM, 400 GB NVMe, 32 TB bandwidth

RackNerd

$55.99
7 vCPU, 12 GB RAM, 300 GB SSD, 6 TB bandwidth

DigitalOcean

$252.00
8 vCPU, 32 GB RAM, 100 GB SSD

Virtarix

$55.60
16 vCPU, 128 GB RAM, 600 GB NVMe, unlimited bandwidth

Hetzner

$59.49
16 vCPU, 32 GB RAM, 640 GB SSD

DigitalOcean

$504.00
16 vCPU, 64 GB RAM, 200 GB SSD

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Frequently asked questions

What is WordPress VPS hosting?

WordPress VPS hosting runs WordPress on a virtual private server instead of a shared-hosting account. You get root or SSH-level control, dedicated server resources, and the freedom to choose your stack, caching, PHP versions, security tools, and backup approach.

How many WordPress sites can I host on one Virtarix VPS?

You can host multiple WordPress sites on one Virtarix VPS if the plan has enough CPU, RAM, and storage for the combined traffic, plugins, and database load. Small brochure sites need fewer resources than WooCommerce, membership, or high-traffic publishing sites.

Is this managed or unmanaged WordPress hosting?

Virtarix WordPress VPS is self-managed VPS infrastructure. Virtarix provides the server platform, while you manage WordPress installation, updates, caching, security hardening, plugin choices, and application-level troubleshooting.

Which control panel should I use for WordPress?

You can run WordPress from the command line or install a control panel such as CyberPanel, CloudPanel, aaPanel, or another stack you prefer. The best choice depends on whether you prioritize simplicity, performance, multi-site management, or manual server control.

Does Virtarix include backups with WordPress VPS plans?

Plan tables show the included snapshot and backup allocation for each VPS tier. For production WordPress sites, keep an additional WordPress-aware backup routine for files, database exports, off-server storage, and restore testing.

How much does WordPress VPS hosting cost?

Virtarix WordPress VPS pricing depends on the selected VPS plan, billing term, currency, taxes, and checkout eligibility. Use the plan table to match CPU, RAM, and storage to your WordPress traffic and plugin workload.

Can I run WooCommerce on a Virtarix WordPress VPS?

Yes. WooCommerce can run on a Virtarix WordPress VPS when the plan is sized for product count, checkout traffic, plugins, background jobs, and database activity. Stores usually benefit from more RAM, caching, and a tested backup plan.

Can I install WordPress Multisite?

Yes. You can install WordPress Multisite on a self-managed VPS if you configure the web server, DNS, SSL, database, and WordPress network settings correctly. Choose enough CPU, RAM, and storage for all sites in the network.

Do you help with migrating my existing WordPress site?

Virtarix provides the VPS infrastructure for hosting your WordPress site. Migration work remains the customer’s responsibility unless a separate migration service is explicitly arranged; always test backups and DNS changes before switching production traffic.

Where are your data centers, and which one is best for WordPress?

Virtarix lists active VPS locations in Dallas, Frankfurt, and Johannesburg. For WordPress, choose the available location closest to your main visitors, payment systems, or business region to reduce latency.

Customer Reviews

Danie de Klerk Dec 4, 2025

Fast and Quality support and VPS

First of all, I had a few questions before subscribing. Within a few minutes I received feedback. I subscribed because of quality support and then was further surprised by the VPS speed. I highly recommend Virtarix. No more worries! Everything just works great!!

Jacques Marais Mar 23, 2026

Cheap, easy, quick.

Virtarix is exceptionally cheap, easy-to-use, and quick to get started with. Would highly recommend!

Claude Jun 2, 2025

My kind of VPS provider

Quick setup of VPS. Respect of privacy. Good communication for invoicing. Affordable pricing.