When should I consider a managed VPS?
When shared webhosting might not be enough and how a managed VPS with a control panel can help.
Shared webhosting is great for many sites, but sometimes you need more. A managed VPS with a control panel gives you dedicated resources, full root access, and the same ease of use—with installation and maintenance handled for you.
When shared hosting may fall short
- Resource limits — You hit CloudLinux limits (CPU, memory, I/O). Pages slow down or errors appear even after optimization.
- Traffic growth — Your site outgrows shared hosting. You need more disk, bandwidth, or connections.
- Custom software — You need specific PHP versions, extensions, or server software not available on shared hosting.
- Multiple sites — You run many domains or client sites and want them fully isolated.
- Root access — You need to install services, change system config, or run custom daemons.
- Performance — Database-heavy apps, background jobs, or high-traffic sites need dedicated resources.
What a managed VPS offers
A managed VPS gives you:
- Dedicated CPU, RAM, and disk — No sharing with other accounts
- Control panel included — DirectAdmin, Plesk, or another panel, pre-installed
- Root access — Full control over the server
- Managed setup — Panel installation, updates, and basic maintenance handled for you
- Scalability — Easier to add resources as your needs grow
You keep the familiar control panel workflow while gaining the flexibility of a VPS.
Next steps
If you think a managed VPS fits your needs, visit our VPS hosting page or contact us to discuss options and control panel choices.