Using VPS Instead of a Shared or Reseller Package

Moving from a Reseller to a VPS is only recommended if you need more control of the server. For example, if you need additional software or make modifications that are not allowed on a shared server.

Otherwise, Reseller hosting is preferred for 99% of resellers because you get all the reseller tools (including WHMCS for free), and you have managed hosting for your clients.

Here are some specific needs that will require a VPS or Dedicated server.

• Office emails - If you have multiple email users working from the same office (same connection IP address), you will want a VPS. The reason is that shared and reseller plans limit POP and IMAP connections to 30 per hour per connecting IP.
• Mass emailing - If you advertise through email or have a large contact mailing list, you will want a VPS. The reason is that Shared and Reseller plans limit each domain name to sending 500 emails per hour.
• Custom installations - If you want to develop a custom hosting environment or install something that is not compatible with our shared servers, you will want a VPS. The reason is that Shared and Reseller plans do not allow you to change the included server hardware and software; we must provide a stable and consistent environment for everyone on a shared server, and allowing changes will inevitably affect the other users.