VPS vs shared hosting
Both host websites, but they suit very different needs. Here is how to tell which one is right for you, and when it is time to move up.
Shared hosting and a VPS both put your website online, but they work differently. On shared hosting, many sites live on one server and share its resources. It is simple, affordable, and managed for you. On a VPS, you get a dedicated slice of a server with guaranteed CPU and RAM and full root access, so you control the environment.
Side by side
| Shared hosting | VPS | |
|---|---|---|
| Resources | Shared pool | Dedicated CPU and RAM |
| Control | Managed for you | Full root access |
| Best for | Sites, blogs, email | Apps, custom software, growth |
| Skill needed | Minimal | Some server comfort |
| Starts at | $4.99/mo | $18.99/mo |
Stay on shared hosting if...
- You run a normal website, blog, or small business site.
- You want email on your domain without managing a server.
- Your traffic is steady and your current plan feels fine.
Move to a VPS when...
- Your site slows down during busy periods or you hit resource limits.
- You need to install your own software, a specific runtime, or Docker.
- You are running an app, an API, or a self-hosted tool, including open-source AI.
- You want root access and full control.
Moving up is painless
You do not have to switch providers to grow. If you outgrow shared hosting with us, move up to a VPS and we migrate your site for free, with no downtime. Your current site keeps running until the new one is verified and ready.
Not sure which fits?
Start on shared hosting from $4.99/mo, or go straight to a VPS from $18.99/mo. You can always move up.