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Professional, high-reliability, high-uptime VPS Hosting from experienced Server Management Teams, for business’ and clients in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia; with real reviews from real customers

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Provider	Nearest Location	Services	Price
SiteGround	Sydney, New South Wales, Australia	Dedicated Managed Reseller Shared VPS WordPress	From $2.99	More Info	Get started
A2 Hosting	Singapore	Dedicated Managed Reseller Shared VPS WordPress	From $11.99	More Info	Get started
Host Papa	Los Angeles, California, United States	Dedicated Managed Reseller Shared VPS WordPress	From $2.95	More Info	Get started
iPage	Waltham, Massachusetts, United States	Dedicated Managed Reseller Shared VPS WordPress	From $3.75	More Info	Get started
Domain.com	Boston, Massachusetts, United States	Dedicated Managed Reseller Shared VPS WordPress	From $3.75	More Info	Get started

What exactly is VPS Hosting?

When comparing VPS and shared hosting, VPS is the more secure and stable option, as shared hosting does not provide you with a dedicated server space. However, it is on a smaller scale and less expensive than renting an entire server.

VPS hosting is typically chosen by website owners whose traffic exceeds the limits of shared hosting plans but does not necessitate the resources of a dedicated server.

When should you use a Virtual Private Server?

Starting with a VPS plan from the beginning is a good idea. eCommerce websites, for example, that require secure payments in a fast and stable environment can greatly benefit from a virtual private server. In fact, if you store sensitive data or have to process online payments, a virtual private server (VPS) can help you reduce the risk of security breaches and identity theft.

A VPS hosting plan can also be beneficial if you anticipate traffic spikes on your site at specific times, such as in the case of an event planning or ticket-selling website. Game servers, such as CS:GO or Minecraft, and other resource-intensive websites perform much better on a virtual private server.

When is it time to upgrade to a VPS?

VPS hosting is typically regarded as the next step after your website has outgrown the resource constraints of shared hosting. If the most advanced shared hosting plan is no longer sufficient to keep your website running smoothly, you should consider upgrading to a VPS plan. In such cases, VPS hosting offers the best of both worlds: shared and dedicated hosting.

One of the most significant disadvantages of VPS hosting is having to manage your entire server environment on your own. You may face serious security risks and performance loss if your virtual server is not properly configured and maintained. Managed VPS hosting services have emerged as a viable solution to this issue. Consider it an improved version of VPS hosting that includes full technical support.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Virtual Private Servers

If you require a specific service, VPS hosting may be the best option for you. You can read about the benefits and drawbacks of running a virtual private server in the sections below.

Pro’s

It is more reliable and faster than a shared hosting server.
Because server resources like memory and processing power are guaranteed, there is little to no fluctuation in available resources.

Other server users’ problems and traffic surges have no effect on your site.

You are granted superuser (root) privileges on your server.

You have more privacy because your files and databases are not accessible to other server users.

It’s a simple service to scale. You can easily upgrade your server resources as your website grows (RAM, CPU, disc space, bandwidth, etc.).

Con’s

It costs more than shared hosting.

Setting up your VPS requires more technical knowledge, though there are numerous tutorials available online.

Server administration is more technically challenging than shared or cloud plans.

Improperly configured servers can lead to security flaws.

When you need more juice than Shared Hosting

A great choice for medium to high traffic, resource-intensive, and eCommerce websites, or businesses that expect rapid growth

Is VPS suitable for hosting?

VPS hosting is an excellent choice if you require a hosting service that can keep up with your rapidly expanding website. You have complete control over your server resources and, in most cases, a higher overall uptime because your server is not sharing its resources with other websites.

Why Do I Require VPS Hosting?

VPS hosting is essential for high-traffic websites and online stores. VPS hosting, as opposed to traditional web hosting, allows you to allocate server resources, making it easier to manage corporate websites and online stores, for example.

VPS over Shared

Because the hosting server’s resources are shared with other websites in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, a shared hosting plan is ideal for small personal websites. You get the server resources you need for a larger project in the Hobart region, with VPS hosting and can allocate them as you see fit.

What are my options?

SiteGround

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Helpful Team - Wonderful Service!
Tiffany C
I recently switched our site to Site Ground for our hosting. I know enough about our site to get by, but if something really breaks, I don't always know where to start to fix it. We have been doing some major updates, and the team at Site Ground has been AMAZING! They have a large catalog of ways to fix things. If that doesn't find a fruitful solution, the team is more than happy to help. Not only can they help find the problem, but they also fix it / tell me how to fix it, and then they stay on the chat until the problem is resolved. I have used this service now three times, and every single time the team has been kind, helpful, and has resolved my problems. I couldn't recommend SiteGround more!
Excellent support, fast hosting, great website tools.
Justin J
Excellent support, fast hosting, great website tools. I've worked with at least 10 other hosting companies and SiteGround has been the best.

A2 Hosting

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Prompt and expert reaction
Darko B
Prompt reaction, extra, though it was my fault :-). As always, excellent support.
A2Hosting is the best hosting service
Team S
A2Hosting is the best hosting service, bar none!

Host Papa

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I cannot say how very pleased I was in…
Stanley S
I cannot say how very pleased I was in the excellent service and pleasant civility of HostPapa when I changed over from a provider I had been with for 20 years, but which had lost its commitment to service as well as lost weeks of email messages. The changeover was seamless. Thank you HostPapa.
Reliable service, top class support.
Barry P
Customer support is top class. Quick to answer and knowledgeable. Good to know if you have any issues.

iPage

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They have an amazing customer service…
ITAcosta
They have an amazing customer service and support team. Every time I run into issues they seem to figure out the problem and take care of it. They are patient and treat you with respect. I have had to host with them a couple of times and each time I realize why I keep coming back to them. Not only their prices are amazing and performance is good for the price but tech support is reachable any time of the day 24/7. The wait is not even longer and the result of the issue gets resolved pretty quickly. Thank You!
Excellent customer service
Illegii D
Sivashankari was Excel and helped resolve the issues with my website, in next to no time.Will definitely request for him, specifically anytime I need help. He does know his onions.

Domain.com

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The associate that helped me was…AMAZING!!!
BP
The associate that helped me was AMAZING!! She was knowledgeable, efficient, and courteous. She solved my problem and saved me so much time. YOU ROCK!!! :)
I wanted to set up a new domain name…
Patricia R
I wanted to set up a new domain name with my name, then my firstlastname.com and it was confusing because the setup involved my previous email Anishri really helped me to get set up, to reset password, to look through what I said was happening, and then direct me to really simple resolutions. I appreciate Anishri's patience, and expertise, and keeping me from being frustrated and just walking me through. Thank you Anishri, great job!

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