Leave room for the desktop
Windows uses a good share of memory for itself. Choose a plan with room left over for your applications.
GLWS · Windows VPS
Windows VPS.
Your workspace.
Windows VPS plans running Windows Server, for remote administration and applications that need Windows. Connect with Remote Desktop and manage your VPS from GLWS Manager.
Windows Server optionsRemote accessKVM virtualisationFlexible memory
PLANS
Choose a GLWS VPS plan.
Prices in GBP. Pay annually and save 20% against twelve monthly payments. Pick a plan to continue.
GOOD TO KNOW
What to know about GLWS Windows VPS.
The decisions that matter before you pick a size.
Lock down remote access
Allow remote access only from sources you trust, use strong credentials and keep Windows updated.
Check your licensing
Windows editions and your applications each have their own licence terms. Confirm what you are entitled to before running production workloads.
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.
Windows Server images, with your own licences.
Windows Server 2025
For current Windows workloads. Licences are your responsibility, so confirm yours first.
Windows Server 2022
Check that your applications support it before you deploy.
Remote administration
Allow access only from trusted sources and keep a separate recovery plan.
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 Windows VPS questions.
Quick answers before you choose a plan.
Are Windows licences included?
Licence keys and activation rights are not issued with the plan, so check your entitlements separately.
Can I run Linux containers unchanged?
Not necessarily. Windows behaves differently from a Linux host, so check your container tooling and application requirements first.
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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