{"id":27646,"date":"2021-02-26T06:44:06","date_gmt":"2021-02-26T12:44:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/?p=27646"},"modified":"2021-09-29T17:10:02","modified_gmt":"2021-09-29T22:10:02","slug":"how-does-vps-hosting-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/how-does-vps-hosting-work\/","title":{"rendered":"How Does VPS Hosting Work?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019re looking into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/how-to-build-a-website\/\">building a website<\/a>, the first thing on your 'to do'\u009d list will be to find a reliable web hosting company (ahem&#8230;.HostGator).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As soon as you check out the web hosting company, you\u2019ll notice you have several web hosting options, including WordPress hosting, shared hosting, dedicated hosting, and VPS hosting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/what-type-web-hosting-need\/\">type of web hosting<\/a> you need will depend on your website goals, how much RAM and CPU you\u2019ll need, and whether or not you plan to extend your website activity beyond hosting your own website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this post, we\u2019ll cover everything you need to know about how <strong>VPS hosting<\/strong> works. You\u2019ll learn:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>What VPS hosting is<\/li><li>How VPS works<\/li><li>The benefits of VPS hosting<\/li><li>When you should upgrade to VPS hosting<\/li><li>Which VPS plan is right for you<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"hgrp\"><h4>You might like&#8230;<\/h4><ul><li><span class=\"prod-icon\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/dedicated-server\" data-element-location=\"body.post_content.related_prod_block\" data-element-type=\"button\" data-element-label=\"dedicated_servers\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/dedicated-hosting-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/dedicated-hosting-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/dedicated-hosting-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/dedicated-hosting.png 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/dedicated-server\" class=\"hgrp-link\" data-element-location=\"body.post_content.related_prod_block\" data-element-type=\"link\" data-element-label=\"dedicated_servers\">Dedicated Servers<\/a><\/li><li><span class=\"prod-icon\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/web-hosting\" data-element-location=\"body.post_content.related_prod_block\" data-element-type=\"button\" data-element-label=\"shared_hosting\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/shared-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/shared-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/shared-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/shared.png 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/web-hosting\" class=\"hgrp-link\" data-element-location=\"body.post_content.related_prod_block\" data-element-type=\"link\" data-element-label=\"shared_hosting\">Shared Hosting<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-vps-hosting\">What is VPS hosting?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To understand what VPS hosting is, it\u2019s helpful to understand the basics of the three main types of web hosting: shared hosting, dedicated, and VPS hosting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-shared-hosting\">1. Shared hosting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/web-hosting\">Shared hosting<\/a> is the most basic type of web hosting and the most recommended plan for small website owners. With shared hosting, you share CPU, RAM, and hard drive space with several other website owners that use the same server to power their websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While shared hosting is a great place to start and is probably sufficient for most small website owners, it can have drawbacks when your site starts to grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if your site (or another website) starts to see huge spikes in traffic, it can bog down the server and cause your site (and other sites that share the same server) to load slower.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you start to experience boosts in traffic, need more RAM, or require additional CPU, then you\u2019ll need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/move-from-shared-hosting-to-vps\/\">upgrade to a VPS hosting plan<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-dedicated-hosting\">2. Dedicated hosting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/dedicated-server\">Dedicated hosting<\/a> is the exact opposite of shared hosting. Instead of using the same server as many other website owners, the whole entire server exists to support only your website.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dedicated servers are large and powerful and can power websites that require their own operating system, handle thousands of transactions daily, or receive large amounts of simultaneous traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The drawback of dedicated servers, though, is they are expensive. If you need more RAM and CPU than you\u2019re getting from a shared server, but don\u2019t need the full power of a dedicated server, you\u2019ll end up paying way too much for space you don\u2019t need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where a VPS comes in handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-vps-hosting\">3. VPS hosting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>VPS stands for virtual private server. A VPS uses virtualization technology to divide a big server into several private servers. In other words, a virtual private server is a partitioned piece of a physical server that acts like its own server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you opt for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/vps-hosting\">VPS hosting<\/a> plan, your site will technically use the same server as other websites, but it\u2019s also completely private and 100% reserved for you. This means you don\u2019t share RAM, CPU, disc space, or anything else with other website owners.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You get your virtual compartment all to yourself with your own operating system, root access, dedicated storage, CPU, RAM, and unmetered bandwidth. And, you get it at the fraction of the cost of a dedicated server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-does-vps-hosting-work\">How does VPS hosting work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you have a better idea of what VPS is, you may be wondering how a VPS works.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With VPS hosting, your web hosting provider installs a virtual layer on top of the operating system. The web hosting company does this by using a virtualization technology that divides one server into different compartments with virtual walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of these virtual walls exists as a separate compartment, allowing you full private access within that server where you can store your files, install your own operating system, and install software.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the virtualization technology, it\u2019s possible to have a fully private and secure server with powerful CPU, lots of RAM, unmetered bandwidth, and the freedom and flexibility to run your compartment how you want to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-benefits-of-vps-hosting\">What are the benefits of VPS hosting?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>VPS hosting is great for website owners that want full control of their server experience, but don\u2019t need the robust power of a dedicated server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the top benefits of VPS hosting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Reliable. <\/strong>When you have full control, excellent storage capacity, and your own allocated bandwidth that you don\u2019t have to share with other websites, you don\u2019t have to worry about lags that may be caused by surges in traffic from other websites.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Secure. <\/strong>VPS hosting is completely secure, since it&#8217;s isolated from other environments on the server and protected by the virtualization technology. With VPS, you never run the risk of your site being affected by other websites\u2019 vulnerabilities.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Speed.<\/strong> You don\u2019t have to worry about your site lagging because of another site on a shared server. VPS hosting comes with enough power to keep your site up and running quickly and effectively.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Scalable.<\/strong> VPS hosting is the perfect option if you plan to scale your website. With HostGator\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/vps-hosting\">VPS hosting plans<\/a>, you have three different plan options that accommodate growth.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Cost effective.<\/strong> VPS hosting is an affordable choice for website owners who want more control and power, but don\u2019t have the need to invest in a dedicated server. It\u2019s the perfect way to get more bang for your buck.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Control<\/strong>. VPS hosting gives you much more control than shared hosting since you have SSH and root access to your environment. You can also install your own software.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Customizable. <\/strong>VPS hosting allows you to choose your operating system, software, and nearly every other feature. This allows you to create a unique experience by installing whatever you want, not just what your shared hosting plan allows.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Protection.<\/strong> VPS plans come with enhanced data protection and makes it easy to perform server back ups.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to experience an excellent VPS hosting plan, check out one of the three hosting plans from HostGator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-should-you-upgrade-to-a-vps-hosting-plan\">When should you upgrade to a VPS hosting plan?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You now know what a VPS is, how VPS works, and the main benefits of VPS, but do you really need a VPS hosting plan? How do you know when it\u2019s time to upgrade to a VPS hosting plan and whether or not VPS is right for you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have specific questions, anyone on our team would love to help you find the right hosting plan for you. However, here are some tell-tale signs you\u2019re ready to upgrade to VPS:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>You want more security.<\/strong> If you\u2019re looking for a completely private compartment, better security features, and more back up space, then look into a VPS.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\"><li><strong>You want root access.<\/strong> Are you tech-savvy and you want root access to your server so you can make server changes and add applications? Then, VPS is for you.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\"><li><strong>You want more for less.<\/strong> If your website has outgrown what shared hosting has to offer, but you don\u2019t want to pay for a dedicated hosting plan, check out the scalable VPS plans.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\"><li><strong>You are seeing significant traffic surges.<\/strong> Maybe your website started out small, but you\u2019re now getting loads of concurrent traffic. The minute you upgrade to a VPS, you\u2019ll see improvements in your site speed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"5\"><li><strong>You need more than one environment. <\/strong>If you need to create several isolated environments <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/host-multiple-websites-one-server\/\">on the same server<\/a>, then VPS is the answer.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"6\"><li><strong>You\u2019re experiencing server errors. <\/strong>If you\u2019re currently on a shared hosting plan, but you keep seeing errors like 'Service Unavailable'\u009d errors, 50X errors, or the 'Internal Server Error,'\u009d then you know it\u2019s time to upgrade to VPS.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"7\"><li><strong>You take payments online. <\/strong>Do you have a booming eCommerce store and do you handle payments online? VPS hosting provides a dedicated, isolated, and fully-protected environment, making it easy to pass a PCI compliance test and ensure transaction security.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"8\"><li><strong>You want to host others\u2019 websites.<\/strong> If you want to host other people\u2019s websites, then you\u2019ll want to make sure you have the bandwidth to support your hosting goals.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"9\"><li><strong>You want a more cost-effective option. <\/strong>If you\u2019re on a dedicated server and you don\u2019t need that much power, then a VPS is a much more cost-effective option.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While a VPS is a more powerful way to scale a website, it\u2019s not always the right answer for every business. Here are some instances where VPS might <em>not<\/em> be the best answer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>You have a limited budget and low traffic.<\/strong> If you\u2019re a new website owner that doesn\u2019t have a big budget and isn\u2019t seeing large amounts of traffic, then shared hosting is perfect for you. Shared hosting is cheap and still promises 99% up-time, advanced security, and unmetered bandwidth.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\"><li><strong>You need a dedicated server.<\/strong> If you\u2019re a large enterprise that has a huge website, then a dedicated server is probably a better fit. If you have questions about server needs, please give us a call and we\u2019ll help you find the best web hosting fit for your business.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\"><li><strong>You don\u2019t have technical skills<\/strong>. One of the big benefits of VPS is root access to the server where you can install your own OS and software. If you\u2019re not ready for this and shared hosting is sufficient for your traffic needs, then wait on an upgrade, or hire someone to help.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-vps-hosting-plan-is-the-best\">Which VPS hosting plan is the best?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best things about signing up for a VPS hosting plan with HostGator is that you have options that fit your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main difference in the three different hosting plans is how much RAM, CPU, and disc space you get. We never want you to have to pay for RAM or CPU you might not need, and that\u2019s why we offer different plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"542\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/image-1-1024x542.png\" alt=\"hostgator vps hosting plans\" class=\"wp-image-27647\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/image-1-1024x542.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/image-1-300x159.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/image-1-768x406.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/image-1-1536x813.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/image-1-2048x1084.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a quick look into the different VPS hosting plans at HostGator, what each plan comes with, and how much the plans cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-snappy-2000-vps-hosting-plan\">1. Snappy 2000 VPS Hosting Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The<strong> <\/strong>Snappy 2000 plan is perfect for people who are new to VPS. It comes with 2GB of RAM, 2 cores CPU, 120 GB of disc space, unmetered bandwidth, and 2 dedicated IPs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need more storage than a shared web hosting plan offers or want root access, the Snappy 2000 plan is a great place to start. Prices for this plan start at $19.95 per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-snappy-4000-vps-hosting-plan\">2. Snappy 4000 VPS Hosting Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Snappy 4000 plan is the plan we recommend the most. It\u2019s a great choice for websites that are seeing traffic surges and want more control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This plan comes with 4 GB of RAM, 2 cores CPU, 165 GB of disc space, unmetered bandwidth, and 2 dedicated IPs. This plan starts at $29.95 per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-snappy-8000-vps-hosting-plan\">3. Snappy 8000 VPS Hosting Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you looking to build and host several websites for clients? Perhaps you want to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostgator.com\/blog\/benefits-create-gaming-server-vps\/\">start a gaming server<\/a>? Maybe you are growing an e-commerce website and plan on getting a lot of traffic and accepting payments. If this describes you, then the Snappy 8000 is right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Snappy 8000 plan comes with 8 GB of RAM, 4 cores CPU, 240 GB of disc space, unmetered bandwidth, and 2 dedicated IPs. Prices for this plan start at $39.95 per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-get-vps-hosting-with-hostgator-today\">Get VPS hosting with HostGator today!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re either starting a new, quickly growing business or you\u2019ve outgrown your shared hosting account, HostGator is here for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have three different VPS hosting plans that offer power, security, and the ability to scale. 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