What “server” means here
Beyond a cPanel account — when VPS is actually right
The word server is overloaded. On this page it means: you need more than a shared account — you are evaluating KVM VPS with root SSH, or scoping a custom engagement. If you are still hosting a brochure or early WooCommerce store, the correct server is often “none yet” — stay on web hosting or cloud until metrics justify the ops burden of a guest OS you maintain.
Full isolation
KVM hypervisor-level separation. Your vCPU and RAM are reserved — not shared with noisy neighbours.
Root SSH access
Install any stack — nginx, custom Python workers, PostgreSQL, or a full cPanel licence on your VM.
5 global regions
Netherlands, United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France. INR billing across all POPs from the same client store.
Due diligence
Features to demand before calling anything a VPS
Not all "VPS" products are equal. Before signing up, verify these points — HostStack publishes them openly.
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KVM full virtualisation
Not OpenVZ or container-based — a real hypervisor boundary for your workload.
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NVMe or quality SSD
Storage class matters for database IOPS. Check if the plan says NVMe or standard SSD.
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Published CPU / RAM contract
Guaranteed vCPU cores and RAM per VM, not burstable-only specs that hide oversubscription.
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Published AUP / network policy
Bandwidth limits and abuse handling must be explicit before you deploy anything public-facing.
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SKU parity with cart
Marketing specs should match the invoice. We link every plan page directly to the client area product.
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INR checkout & GST invoices
For India teams: no FX fees, proper GST invoices, and a support line you can call during IST hours.
Upgrade path
Shared → Cloud → VPS: choose the right tier
Not every team needs a VPS right away. The winning architecture is the one you can operate on Sunday night.
Tier 1
Shared / Web Hosting
Brochure sites, early WooCommerce, personal portfolios. Managed stack, no OS overhead, lowest cost.
- ✓ cPanel or DirectAdmin included
- ✓ Free SSL & email
- ✓ No ops burden on you
Tier 2
Cloud Hosting (cPanel)
Growing stores, agencies, multi-site setups. Dedicated resources but still managed cPanel — no root required.
- ✓ Dedicated CPU & RAM
- ✓ NVMe storage tiers
- ✓ cPanel managed for you
Tier 3
KVM VPS (Root)
APIs, custom databases, compliance isolation, and custom stacks. You own the OS — full power, full responsibility.
- ✓ Full root SSH
- ✓ KVM hypervisor isolation
- ✓ 5 global regions
Comparison
HostStack vs hyperscalers for India workloads
AWS and GCP are brilliant when you want managed services and a platform team. HostStack is built for the other India reality: you want retail hosting support rails, a single brand from web hosting to VPS, and pricing that lands cleanly in INR with a GST invoice.
| Factor | HostStack VPS | Hyperscaler (AWS/GCP) |
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| Billing currency | INR with GST invoices | USD (FX conversion at checkout) |
| Support channel | Ticket + WhatsApp, IST hours | Tiered support plans from USD/mo |
| Pricing model | Fixed monthly, same as cart | Per-second / resource metered |
| Managed services | cPanel, optional LiteSpeed | Deep ecosystem (RDS, Lambda, etc.) |
| Entry cost | From ₹674/mo | Variable — egress & add-ons stack up |
Add-ons & migrations
Server setup, migrations, and one-off work
Need a white-glove move from your current cPanel host? We scope migrations with tickets, not ad-hoc promises. Commercial expectations stay explicit from day one.
Server setup service
Standing up a LEMP/LAMP stack, configuring firewall, or deploying a panel after buying a VPS.
Contact sales →cPanel licence for VPS
Add a cPanel licence to any VPS plan. Pricing and alignment with your hosting tier explained.
Open support →Migration checklist
Step-by-step checklist for moving DNS, email, and sites to a new host without downtime.
Open checklist →Frequently asked questions
Is HostStack a dedicated server host?
Our primary off-the-shelf server line is KVM VPS, staged from India (Mumbai) and sized from the client store. If you need bespoke hardware or a custom scope, contact sales. One-off server setup may apply for migrations.
VPS vs cloud hosting on cPanel — what is faster to operate?
If you want cPanel and managed-style PHP/MySQL, cloud hosting is usually faster to operate. VPS wins when you need root, custom services, or compliance isolation — but you take on the ops overhead. Read our cloud vs VPS guide before you overbuy.
Do you have servers outside India for global users?
Our public catalogue is written around India (Mumbai) first. If other regions appear for a SKU, the exact facility label is always shown in the client store — confirm there before you pay. INR billing is used for the India market.
What is the minimum VPS spec available?
Entry KVM plans, specs, and India pricing are listed on our VPS hosting page and in the client store. NVMe tiers start slightly higher; checkout is authoritative.
Ready to get root access?
Browse KVM VPS plans by region, or talk to presales to scope a custom server or migration.