Unmanaged VPS Hosting
Manage your own virtual server with full root or administrator access. An unmanaged VPS gives you control over software installation, security settings, and ongoing maintenance, while 1Gbits provides the underlying hosting infrastructure.
Choose a plan based on your workload, operating system, and preferred server location.
Key Benefits
- Full Root or Administrator Access
- Allocated vCPU, RAM & Storage
- Linux & Windows Options
- Global Data Center Locations
- Unmetered Traffic on Supported Plans
- Infrastructure-Level Support
Unmanaged VPS Plans & Pricing
Compare available unmanaged VPS plans by vCPU, RAM, storage, bandwidth, and billing term. Choose a configuration that supports your applications and leaves enough resources for the operating system and background services.
VPS Hosting 1
Save 40 %$14.99/mo
Billed for 36 months
Normally $24.99
- CPU2 Core
- RAM4 GB DDR5
- Storage100 GB
- BandwidthUnlimited Europe & USA
- IP V41 Free
- IP V61 Free
VPS Hosting 2
Save 40 %$23.99/mo
Billed for 36 months
Normally $39.99
- CPU4 Core
- RAM8 GB DDR5
- Storage160 GB
- BandwidthUnlimited Europe & USA
- IP V41 Free
- IP V61 Free
VPS Hosting 3
Save 40 %$38.39/mo
Billed for 36 months
Normally $63.99
- CPU8 Core
- RAM12 GB DDR5
- Storage280 GB
- BandwidthUnlimited Europe & USA
- IP V41 Free
- IP V61 Free
VPS Hosting 4
Save 40 %$49.79/mo
Billed for 36 months
Normally $82.99
- CPU8 Core
- RAM16 GB DDR5
- Storage350 GB
- BandwidthUnlimited Europe & USA
- IP V41 Free
- IP V61 Free
Global VPS Locations
Choose an unmanaged VPS location based on where your users or applications are located. Geographic proximity can help reduce network latency, although actual performance also depends on routing and connectivity.
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What's Included with an Unmanaged VPS?
An unmanaged VPS provides the virtual server resources and administrative access you need to configure your own environment. Operating system maintenance, application management, security configuration, and backups remain your responsibility unless separately included in your plan.
Allocated Server Resources
Each plan specifies its vCPU, RAM, and storage allocation. CPU performance may depend on the underlying virtualized infrastructure.
Network & IP Connectivity
Use the public IPv4 address included with your plan and review its available bandwidth, port speed, and IPv6 options.
Administrative Access
Use root access on Linux or administrator access on Windows to manage your operating system and installed software.
Infrastructure Support
Contact 1Gbits support for network, virtualization platform, or underlying infrastructure issues. Routine operating system and application administration is not part of unmanaged service.
Storage Allocation
Receive the storage capacity specified in your selected plan. Check the available storage technology and capacity before ordering.
Managed vs Unmanaged VPS: Which Should You Choose?
The main difference is who handles server administration. An unmanaged VPS is suited to users who can maintain their own systems, while a managed VPS provides additional provider assistance according to the service agreement. Compare the responsibilities before choosing a plan.
Unmanaged VPS Features
An unmanaged VPS allows you to configure and maintain your own server environment. These capabilities are most useful when your project requires specific software, administrative access, or control over deployment settings.
Custom Software Environments
Install compatible runtimes, database engines, web servers, and other application dependencies without relying on a predefined hosting stack.
Deployment & Automation
Use scripts, version-control workflows, and compatible deployment tools to maintain applications across development or production environments.
Resource Plan Options
Choose between available CPU, RAM, and storage configurations. If your requirements change, review the available upgrade or migration options.
Operating System Configuration
Manage system services, users, scheduled tasks, networking settings, and supported operating system configurations.
Network Configuration
Configure supported firewall rules, application ports, and access controls to match your workload and security requirements.
Remote Server Administration
Connect through SSH on Linux or supported remote administration tools on Windows to maintain your environment independently.
Who Should Choose an Unmanaged VPS?
An unmanaged VPS is best suited to individuals and teams with the technical ability to install, secure, and maintain their own operating systems and applications.
Developers & System Administrators
Build development, staging, and production environments with control over dependencies, services, and deployment configurations.
Teams with In-House IT Support
Host applications and business systems when your team can handle updates, access management, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance.
Website & Application Operators
Run websites, APIs, and compatible databases when you need server-level configuration and can manage the software environment yourself.
DevOps & Self-Hosting Teams
Use compatible automation tools, containers, monitoring services, and private applications while maintaining responsibility for the underlying software stack.
How to Choose the Right Unmanaged VPS Plan
Before ordering, match the server configuration to your software requirements, expected usage, and the administration tasks your team can manage.
CPU & RAM Requirements
Estimate the resources required by your operating system, applications, databases, and background processes. Include enough capacity for expected usage peaks rather than selecting a plan based on CPU core count alone.
Storage Capacity & Performance
Consider your operating system, application files, databases, logs, and future storage needs. If storage performance is a key requirement, compare the available SSD VPS configurations before choosing a plan.
Operating System Compatibility
Confirm that your applications support the operating system offered with your selected configuration. Linux and Windows environments have different software, licensing, and administration requirements.
Network & Bandwidth
Check the available network port speed, traffic policy, and expected transfer volume. For workloads with substantial ongoing traffic, compare unmetered VPS hosting options and review their fair usage conditions.
Upgrade & Migration Options
Check whether CPU, RAM, and storage can be changed after purchase. Some adjustments may require downtime, a plan change, or migration to another server.
Total Cost of Ownership
Consider the billing term, operating system licensing, optional control panels, backup requirements, and the time your team will spend managing the server.
FAQs about Unmanaged VPS Hosting
Here are the most common questions about unmanaged VPS hosting we get from our customers, Hence we elaborated our FAQ to ensure you find answers as quickly as possible.
An unmanaged VPS is a virtual private server where you are responsible for operating system administration, software installation, security configuration, updates, and routine maintenance. The hosting provider maintains the underlying infrastructure and provides support within the service's defined scope.
With unmanaged VPS hosting, you maintain your own operating system and applications. Managed VPS hosting includes additional administration assistance according to the service package. If you prefer help with routine server management, review our managed VPS hosting options and their support scope.
You should be comfortable managing Linux or Windows servers, installing software, configuring network access, applying security updates, and troubleshooting system issues. Familiarity with SSH, Remote Desktop, firewalls, and backup procedures is useful depending on your operating system.
Operating system availability depends on the selected configuration. Linux is commonly used for web servers, development environments, and open-source software, while Windows is suitable for applications requiring a Windows environment. You can compare our Linux VPS and Windows VPS options for OS-specific configurations and requirements.
1Gbits provides infrastructure-level support for issues involving the hosting platform, network, and underlying server infrastructure. Operating system maintenance, software installation, application troubleshooting, and security management remain your responsibility unless additional services are explicitly included.
Do not assume that automatic backups or snapshots are included with an unmanaged VPS. Availability depends on the selected plan and any optional services. Before ordering, check the backup options, recovery process, retention period, and any additional charges. You remain responsible for maintaining appropriate backups of your data.
Resource changes depend on the available VPS configurations and the hosting platform. Some upgrades may require a restart, migration, or a change of plan. If you expect your workload to grow, review the upgrade options and any associated downtime before placing an order.
You can install software compatible with your operating system, available resources, virtualization environment, and service terms. Docker and hosting control panels may be suitable for supported configurations, but some tools require additional system features, licenses, or resources. Confirm compatibility before ordering.
Unmetered traffic is available on supported configurations and is subject to the applicable fair usage policy. Unmetered does not mean unlimited network speed or unrestricted resource consumption. Check the selected plan's network port speed, traffic conditions, and location availability before ordering.
DDoS protection availability and coverage may vary by plan and data center. Before ordering, confirm whether protection is included, which attack types are covered, and whether additional application-level protection is required for your workload. If attack mitigation is a primary requirement, compare our DDoS-protected VPS options.
An unmanaged VPS can host compatible websites, APIs, databases, and other applications within its resource limits. Game server compatibility depends on the game, operating system, CPU performance, RAM, networking requirements, and virtualization restrictions. Check the requirements of your intended software before ordering.
You are responsible for correcting operating system and application configuration issues. Depending on the available server management tools, reinstalling the operating system may be an option, but it can result in data loss. Maintain independent backups and confirm the available recovery options before making major changes.
Customer Reviews
Read feedback from customers about their experience using 1Gbits hosting services, including server access, setup, and day-to-day infrastructure management.
Sofia M.I needed a VPS where I could manage the server myself and install the tools I use for development. Having root access made the initial setup straightforward, and I’ve been able to maintain the environment without relying on support for routine changes.
Alex R.We use our unmanaged VPS to host several client websites. It gives our team control over server settings, software updates, and security configurations. It works well for us because we already handle server maintenance in-house.