Full Linux, full control
Install what you like and run what you like. Root access means the server is yours to set up and yours to look after.
GLWS · KVM VPS
Your next project.
Your own KVM VPS.
A Linux VPS with root access for websites, apps and development, or anything that has outgrown shared hosting. KVM virtualisation, NVMe storage and VPS plans from £0.99 a month.
KVM virtualisationRoot accessNVMe storageLinux images
PLANS
Choose a GLWS VPS plan.
Prices in GBP. Pay annually and save 20% against twelve monthly payments. Pick a plan to continue.
| Configuration | Compute | Memory | Storage | Network | IPv4 | Monthly GBP | Configure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VPS 1 | 1 shared vCPU | 1 GB | 25 GB NVMe | 1 TB1Gbps port | 1 IPv4 | £0.99 | Configure |
| VPS 2 | 2 shared vCPU | 2 GB | 50 GB NVMe | 2 TB1Gbps port | 1 IPv4 | £1.70 | Configure |
| VPS 4 | 3 shared vCPU | 4 GB | 80 GB NVMe | 3 TB1Gbps port | 1 IPv4 | £2.99 | Configure |
| VPS 8 | 4 shared vCPU | 8 GB | 160 GB NVMe | 5 TB1Gbps port | 1 IPv4 | £4.99 | Configure |
GOOD TO KNOW
What to know about GLWS KVM VPS.
The decisions that matter before you pick a size.
Size it for what you run
Pick memory for your running services and storage for your data, and leave space for logs, updates and temporary files.
A good first server
Start with a small website or a development box. Our Linux guides walk you through connecting, updating and securing it.
Choose your operating system
Pick one your software supports, with security updates. Windows images come with separate licence terms.
Keep your own backups
Keep a copy off the server. Snapshots and redundant storage are not a substitute for an independent, tested backup.
Know what is exposed
Write down your open ports, public services and who can log in. Keep only the access you need.
MANAGEMENT
Manage your GLWS VPS from your browser.
Power, reinstall and console controls in one panel.
Server controls
GLWS Manager puts power, reinstall and console controls in one panel. Explore it, no login needed.
- Know who owns the account and who has access
- Keep recovery copies off the server
- Test changes on a copy first
$ prepare deployment
[1] Select operating system
[2] Configure access and updates
[3] Verify backups and recovery
root@glws:~#
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Choose an operating system for your GLWS VPS.
15 Linux and BSD images are available, including these favourites.
Ubuntu LTS
A popular choice for web services and development tools.
Debian
A stable base with a very large package library.
AlmaLinux & Rocky Linux
Free, enterprise-style Linux for software that supports it.
LOCATIONS
Host your GLWS VPS close to your users.
A few of our 35 locations.
United States / LAX
Los Angeles
Users on the US west coast and around the Pacific.
North America
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United Kingdom / LON
London
UK users and apps built around a British audience.
Europe
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Singapore / SIN
Singapore
South-east Asian users and an Asia Pacific presence.
Asia
See this location →FAQ
GLWS KVM VPS questions.
Quick answers before you choose a plan.
Is this a managed service?
No. KVM plans are self-managed: you look after the operating system, updates, application setup and backups.
Are the CPUs dedicated?
No. KVM plans use shared virtual CPUs. You get a share of the physical processor, not exclusive cores.
What is a VPS?
A virtual private server (VPS) is a virtual machine on a shared physical host. You get your own operating system, root access, memory, storage and IP address, at a fraction of the cost of a whole server.
How much does a GLWS VPS cost?
GLWS VPS plans start at £0.99 a month. The VPS pricing page lists every plan, monthly and annual.
VPS or dedicated server?
A VPS shares a physical host and suits most websites, applications and development. A dedicated server is a whole machine for heavy or steady workloads. See GLWS dedicated servers.
Which operating systems can I run on a VPS?
Choose from Linux and BSD images, or Windows Server on the Windows VPS plans. See the VPS operating systems page.
How should I choose a size?
List the application, database and background processes you will run. Estimate memory and storage together, then leave headroom for updates, logs and busy periods.
How do I configure a plan?
Pick a plan to open the configurator, then choose your operating system, location and billing period and continue to the review step. You can change any choice before you continue.
Where can I learn the basics?
Visit the Linux knowledge base for practical guides on SSH, updates, firewalls, services and backups.
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