FAQs About VPS Hosting Services
Answers to common questions about Velocity VPS Hosting, operating systems, upgrades, backups, security, and management.
Is there any difference between VPS hosting and shared hosting?
When it comes to shared hosting, several websites will live on one server and will share the CPU, memory, and storage with each other. This means that if a website is receiving lots of visitors, then there will be a lag in the other websites' performance. However, when it comes to VPS hosting, you will have exclusive access to a fixed allocation of resources.
What is a burstable vCPU?
A burstable vCPU is a CPU that offers a standard baseline performance. It also bursts extra processing power when required. In case of increased traffic, such as promotions or going viral, the extra CPU resources ensure smooth performance.
Is it possible to make an upgrade without any downtime?
Yes, you can upgrade the RAM, hard drive capacity, or even your plan itself without shutting down your VPS. The majority of upgrades are performed while your VPS is still active. However, some CPU upgrades may need a brief reboot.
Which operating systems can I use?
There are 10 operating systems that you can use, including Ubuntu, Debian, Rocky Linux, AlmaLinux, Arch Linux, CloudLinux, Fedora, FreeBSD, OpenSUSE, and Windows Server. You can change or reinstall the Operating System at any time through the control panel.
Can I have root permissions?
Yes, you'll have root permissions on Linux and administrator permissions on Windows Server. Thus, you'll have complete control over the server.
Which backup solutions are available?
Backups are provided each day by all VPS packages. Depending on the package, extra storage for backup is offered, up to 700 GB for premium plans. Backup restoration is possible using one click. To provide an extra safety net, manual snapshots are also available.
What kind of security is included?
All VPS hosts come with many security measures, including DDoS protection, firewall settings, malware detection, SSL certificates, and security patches. There is also constant monitoring of servers around the clock for any threats.
What is the speed of VPS configuration?
The necessary time to configure your VPS depends on whether it is pre-installed or custom-configured. The process usually takes 5 to 15 minutes, and the system sets up the operating system, control panel, and security parameters.
Do you provide managed VPS services?
Yes, basic management services are offered. It includes security patches, setting up firewalls, and preventing attacks. If you need extra help, advanced managed services are available for optimisation, applications, database administration, etc.
Are there any contracts?
No, you can pay monthly without any commitment, and you may even cancel at any time. In case you go for a yearly payment plan, you will get 30% discount on your bill.