Hosting is a service for groups or individuals who own their own domain name. We provide the technology needed for the website or webpage to be stored (hosted) on a server that is shared with other websites being hosted. VPS hosting, also referred to as a virtual private server (VPS) or virtual dedicated server, provides dedicated resources and an isolated hosting environment (meaning there are no other sites sharing your resources) with dedicated CPU, RAM and storage.

With a VPS, you get root access to install any software and change system configurations to your exact needs. In short, you can do just about anything on the server, like:

• Host a website, specifically sites that run resource-intensive applications, sell products online or use a lot of bandwidth.
• Create multiple hosting accounts within a single VPS for clients to easily create and manage websites.
• Create a test environment for application development.
• Run syncing software to create your own private storage.
• Setup a VPN.
• Setup an email server.
• Run business analytics applications.

First, consider the resources you’ll need (e.g., control panel and types of support) to manage your VPS. If you’re moving over an existing site, think about the reasons you’re switching to a VPS (site is running slow, visitors are receiving 404 errors during heavy traffic times, low on storage, etc.). Also, look your existing site’s data usage to determine what resources (CPU, RAM and storage) you’ll need to get it running at top speed. Another advantage to a VPS is if you need more resources later, most hosts make it easy to upgrade. Next, look for plans that include backups and restore capabilities as well as server monitoring tools. No matter where you host your site, server issues pop up from time-to-time. So tools that alert you to issues and create backup copies.

Finally, if you’re new to VPS or don’t have the time to manage and maintain your server, consider Fully Managed VPS. This service includes a dedicated team of experts available to setup, monitor and remediate server issues and maintain and optimize your server — as well as helping you with all your questions.0

WEB ions VPS Hosting (with the exception of the Basic plan) includes up to three free dedicated IP addresses to use for custom applications, staging sites, email and other administration tasks.

• Custom software and applications: If you’re running any custom software on your server then you might require a dedicated IP address. Some types of server software will require a dedicated IP in order to function properly.
• Control Panel Management: Separate your sites and your control panel onto 2 different IP addresses for security and to isolate services.
• Email deliverability: A dedicated IP protects your reputation and ensures your emails get delivered to their intended recipients. If you’re using domain-based email (i.e., [email protected]) you may potentially run into email delivery issues. (Please note: If you use a shared IP address with your email — with other users on the same shared IP address — you run a greater risk of your IP getting blocklisted or blocked.) 

WEB ions servers are located around the globe. Choose your server location during setup in North America, Europe or Asia-Pacific.

Although the average time for us to provision your account will likely be mere minutes, it may take up to 24 hours or more. But, if you need your hosting right away, please call us and we’ll do our best to speed things up.