What is a virtual dedicated server?

A virtual dedicated server (VDS) gives you a large block of dedicated CPU cores, RAM, and NVMe storage reserved just for you. You get the power and consistency of a dedicated server without having to buy or look after physical hardware.

What is the difference between a VDS and a VPS?

Both give you your own virtual server. A VDS is built for heavier workloads, starting at 20 dedicated CPU cores and 64GB of RAM, so it suits large online stores, busy applications, and agencies that host many client websites on one server.

What is the difference between a VDS and a bare metal server?

A VDS gives you dedicated resources on our infrastructure, with a managed option and the same day-to-day tools as our other plans. A bare metal server gives you an entire physical machine, unmanaged, with hardware-level control and RAID options.

What is the difference between managed and unmanaged VDS?

With managed VDS, we look after the server for you, and it comes ready with cPanel, LiteSpeed, Imunify360, and daily backups. With unmanaged VDS, you get full root access and manage the operating system, software, security, and backups yourself, at a lower price.

What does managed support cover?

Managed support covers server updates, security patches, 24/7 monitoring, help with setup, and troubleshooting whenever you run into an issue.

Can I see how my server is performing?

Yes. On both managed and unmanaged plans, your dashboard shows real-time CPU, RAM, storage, and bandwidth usage, and your client area shows clear reports on your usage and spending. Our Monitoring & FinOps Suite is included with every plan, starting with the free Basic tier, and the tier for each plan is shown in its feature list.

Can I host my clients' websites on a managed VDS?

Yes. Every managed plan includes a cPanel Solo license, and licensing scales automatically as you create more cPanel accounts. Additional accounts are invoiced based on the number of accounts you create.

Which operating systems can I use, and can I add cPanel?

On an unmanaged VDS, you can choose Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, Debian 12, or AlmaLinux 9. cPanel is available as an optional add-on, with yearly licenses for 1 account ($323.88), 5 accounts ($395.88), 30 accounts ($563.88), or 100 accounts ($791.88), plus $6 per license above 100. If you plan to add cPanel, choose AlmaLinux 9.

Are backups included?

Managed VDS plans include daily backups. On unmanaged VDS plans, backups are self-managed, so you set up and control them yourself.

Do you offer free migration?

Yes. We offer free migration when you move to KonectHosting, so you can switch without the hassle.

Can I upgrade my plan later?

Yes. You can move up to a bigger plan from your client area whenever you need more CPU cores, RAM, or storage.

Is there a discount for longer billing terms?

Yes. Paying for 3 months or longer saves about 7.5% on the monthly price. For example, Dedicated 20 is $649.99 per month on monthly billing, or $601.24 per month on longer terms.

Where are your servers located?

Our virtual dedicated servers are located in Washington, D.C., with more locations coming soon. If you need servers in other regions today, Elastic Compute and our bare metal servers are available in data centers around the globe.

What kind of support do I get?

You get 24/7 support by email, support tickets, live chat, and phone. Emailing our team automatically opens a ticket, so every request is tracked until it's resolved. For quick answers anytime, ask Konex, our AI support assistant.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes. Every virtual dedicated server plan comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not happy within the first 30 days, you can request a full refund.

Do prices include tax?

No. All listed prices exclude taxes. Any applicable tax or VAT is added at checkout.

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What is a virtual dedicated server?
A virtual dedicated server (VDS) gives you a large block of dedicated CPU cores, RAM, and NVMe storage reserved just for you. You get the power and consistency of a dedicated server without having to buy or look after physical hardware.
What is the difference between a VDS and a VPS?
Both give you your own virtual server. A VDS is built for heavier workloads, starting at 20 dedicated CPU cores and 64GB of RAM, so it suits large online stores, busy applications, and agencies that host many client websites on one server.
What is the difference between a VDS and a bare metal server?
A VDS gives you dedicated resources on our infrastructure, with a managed option and the same day-to-day tools as our other plans. A bare metal server gives you an entire physical machine, unmanaged, with hardware-level control and RAID options.
What is the difference between managed and unmanaged VDS?
With managed VDS, we look after the server for you, and it comes ready with cPanel, LiteSpeed, Imunify360, and daily backups. With unmanaged VDS, you get full root access and manage the operating system, software, security, and backups yourself, at a lower price.
What does managed support cover?
Managed support covers server updates, security patches, 24/7 monitoring, help with setup, and troubleshooting whenever you run into an issue.
Can I see how my server is performing?
Yes. On both managed and unmanaged plans, your dashboard shows real-time CPU, RAM, storage, and bandwidth usage, and your client area shows clear reports on your usage and spending. Our Monitoring & FinOps Suite is included with every plan, starting with the free Basic tier, and the tier for each plan is shown in its feature list.
Can I host my clients' websites on a managed VDS?
Yes. Every managed plan includes a cPanel Solo license, and licensing scales automatically as you create more cPanel accounts. Additional accounts are invoiced based on the number of accounts you create.
Which operating systems can I use, and can I add cPanel?
On an unmanaged VDS, you can choose Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, Debian 12, or AlmaLinux 9. cPanel is available as an optional add-on, with yearly licenses for 1 account ($323.88), 5 accounts ($395.88), 30 accounts ($563.88), or 100 accounts ($791.88), plus $6 per license above 100. If you plan to add cPanel, choose AlmaLinux 9.
Are backups included?
Managed VDS plans include daily backups. On unmanaged VDS plans, backups are self-managed, so you set up and control them yourself.
Do you offer free migration?
Yes. We offer free migration when you move to KonectHosting, so you can switch without the hassle.
Can I upgrade my plan later?
Yes. You can move up to a bigger plan from your client area whenever you need more CPU cores, RAM, or storage.
Is there a discount for longer billing terms?
Yes. Paying for 3 months or longer saves about 7.5% on the monthly price. For example, Dedicated 20 is $649.99 per month on monthly billing, or $601.24 per month on longer terms.
Where are your servers located?
Our virtual dedicated servers are located in Washington, D.C., with more locations coming soon. If you need servers in other regions today, Elastic Compute and our bare metal servers are available in data centers around the globe.
What kind of support do I get?
You get 24/7 support by email, support tickets, live chat, and phone. Emailing our team automatically opens a ticket, so every request is tracked until it's resolved. For quick answers anytime, ask Konex, our AI support assistant.
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes. Every virtual dedicated server plan comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not happy within the first 30 days, you can request a full refund.
Do prices include tax?
No. All listed prices exclude taxes. Any applicable tax or VAT is added at checkout.

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