Configure your own powerful cloud servers
Spin up a cloud server in 55 seconds
Scale resources on demand
Use a range of powerful features
Choose your cloud server package
Cloud Server Flex package – configure your own individual cloud server
Cloud Server FLEX
1 - 24 vCores CPU
Intel® Xeon® Processors
1 - 128 GB RAM
20 - 500 GB SSD
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When a server is deleted, the package price will be calculated to the minute. Billing is monthly, at the end of the billing period.
CloseBy-the-minute billing
By-the-minute billing
Cancel anytime
Cancel anytime
UK, US
UK, US
99,99%
99,99%
Full billing transparency: access and predict your costs as an aggregate or per-minute amount, based on your use.
CloseAdd additional servers as needed in your cloud panel.
CloseIncrease the capacity of your server/project without shutting it down.
CloseExpandable during operation
Expandable during operation
Distribute data/request rates across multiple servers to ensure short access times for visitors to your websites.
CloseAll virtual machines are installed on storage networks. SAN keeps your data available, even if a storage node fails.
CloseExpand the storage capacity of your cloud servers. IONOS Block Storage is based on state-of-the-art SSD SAN systems.
Close100 GB for £7.20/month (billed per minute)
100 GB for £7.20/month (billed per minute)
Set up shared memory to let your servers exchange information via NFS or CIFS protocals.
Close100 GB for £7.20/month (billed per minute)
100 GB for £7.20/month (billed per minute)
External connection per server up to 400 Mbit/s.
10 Gbit/s internal network connection
External connection per server up to 400 Mbit/s.
10 Gbit/s internal network connection
The Wildcard SSL certificate enables the encrypted exchange of customer data based on the latest security standards.
CloseISO 27001 certified
ISO 27001 certified
Network security system for configuration-based control of data traffic. Firewall rules are configured in the cloud panel and can be applied to single or multiple servers.
CloseIPS and IDS are the first line of defence in our security network to prevent unauthorised access.
CloseOur SIEM software constantly monitors and analyses security alerts, guaranteeing users high availability and secure products.
CloseReliable backup solution from Acronis for the protection of your data.
CloseFrom £0.65p per GB/month
From £0.65p per GB/month
Create momentary snapshots to record the state of a virtual machine. You can restore the system to a previous state when necessary.
CloseCreate manual or automatic server clones and use them to set up new servers later on.
Close100 GB for £7.20/month (billed per minute)
100 GB for £7.20/month (billed per minute)
Detailed information on all actions performed in the cloud panel.
CloseCreate and manage your SSH keys or add your own keys for secure access to your Linux server.
CloseSet up a private network (VLAN), which gives you an additional private interface that you manage yourself.
CloseEstablish a secure SSL connection between a local PC and your cloud server network.
CloseUse the KVM console to always have direct access to your server.
CloseUbuntu, CentOS, Debian, CoreOS, Open Suse
Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian, CoreOS, Open Suse
Windows Server® 2012 R2 – £10/vCore/month
Windows Server® 2016 – £10/vCore/month
Windows Server® 2019 – £10/vCore/month
Windows Server® 2012 R2 – £10/vCore/month
Windows Server® 2016 – £10/vCore/month
Windows Server® 2019 – £10/vCore/month
Central administration program for easy management of all server functions.
CloseUse the APIs and SDKs provided in our community for software-controlled management of all your resources in the cloud panel.
CloseComplete control over your systems, services, and network.
ClosePlesk Onyx is included on request (unlimited users, reseller support, and unlimited domains).
CloseAccess to your customer data with convenient configuration and contract management.
CloseStay up to date with server performance and set up warnings when self-defined threshold values are reached.
CloseCreate additional users and grant different access for additional security checks.
CloseEncrypt access to your servers. With SSH for Linux. RDP for Windows.
CloseImport your images and ISOs to the cloud panel.
Close100 GB for £7.20/month (billed per minute)
100 GB for £7.20/month (billed per minute)
Manage your different SSH keys in the cloud panel and install them automatically when creating new servers.
Close1-click installation provides you with apps from various categories (CMS, eCommerce, e-learning, etc.)
CloseWordPress, Drupal™, Magento, PrestaShop, Shopware, and lots more
WordPress, Drupal™, Magento, PrestaShop, Shopware, and lots more
e.g. MS SQL, MariaDB, My SQL, and more
e.g. MS SQL, MariaDB, My SQL, and more
Software for database administration included on request. Only with Windows.
MS SQL Express 2016/2017 – free
MS SQL 2016/2017 – web licence for £40/month per 4 CPUs
MS SQL 2016/2017 – standard licence for £300/month per 4 CPUs
Software for database administration included on request. Only with Windows.
MS SQL Express 2016/2017 – free
MS SQL 2016/2017 – web licence for £40/month per 4 CPUs
MS SQL 2016/2017 – standard licence for £300/month per 4 CPUs
You can create an unlimited number of email addresses in the 1&1 IONOS mail system.
CloseConvenient access to email using any browser.
CloseAutomatic server-level spam filter.
CloseProtection against fake websites.
CloseOptional as an add-on
Optional as an add-on
Add additional public IPv4 addresses to your servers.
Close£5 per IPv4 address
£5 per IPv4 address
Add up to 10,000 subdomains via our DNS server, unlimited via Plesk.
CloseIntegration of external domains from other providers.
CloseIndividual configuration of the DNS records (e.g. for external domains or you own mail and DNS server systems).
CloseIntuitive cloud control panel and full API
Choice of operating system
Plesk ONYX
Secure cloud servers
Certified UK data centres
Two-factor authentication
Firewall, SIEM & IDS/IPS
Total cost control
Billing by the minute
Interactive invoice
Start or stop at any time
Helpful extra features
Secure backups
Unlimited email accounts
2 GB online storage
Tailored advice. Tips for online success. Technical support. Available via a direct phone number, chat and email. Free of charge for all 1&1 IONOS customers.
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Dedicated Servers
FAQ – Cloud servers
In contrast to VPS (virtual private servers), where you can only use the server resources to a precisely defined extent, cloud servers are characterised by their scalability. If your requirements change, you can adapt the allocated server resources at any time and in real time. Payment is based on the resources you use: you only pay for what you actually use. There is no predetermined monthly price.
As a cloud server provider, 1&1 IONOS also offers you numerous additional features that are essential in high-performance cloud environments. Features such as load balancing and full root access (access to your server's configuration files) as well as shared storage, add-on block storage, and much more are all included. Take a look at the services we offer and build your virtual data centre today!
Another option is a dedicated server. In this "top tier" of server hosting, all server resources are available exclusively to you, so you don't have to share them with anyone. However, this variant is more expensive. It is best to check in advance exactly which scope of services you really need. Our skilled support team will be happy to answer your questions.
You can set up your cloud server in just a few, easy steps - even without prior administrator knowledge. Select the United Kingdom as the server location. Rest assured, as your data is always subject to strict data protection. This also applies if you choose one of our European or US data centres. In addition, all areas we work in are GDPR-compliant, i.e. in accordance with the basic data protection regulation of the European Union, which regulates the processing of personal data by private companies and public authorities throughout the EU.
Using network protocols such as SSH (Secure Shell), you can establish encrypted network connections with remote devices. Via SSL VPN - i.e. via web-based, virtual private networks - you can set up secure access to certain services of your network if required. This means that authorised users can, for example, access company applications and shared resources in an SSL-encrypted and location-independent manner. SSL VPN partners don't even need to connect to the corporate network.
Are you setting up a startup and still unsure of the daily requirements on the IT infrastructure? With our cloud servers, you can flexibly balance the necessary resources at any time and only pay for what you use.
Does your business change its demands on the IT infrastructure seasonally, on a daily basis, or when campaigns and promotions are running? With our scalable cloud servers, it's easy to change in real time to suit your business.
Do you work on larger projects where you use servers for different purposes? For example, as a front-end server with a load balancer in connection with database servers that you control from third-party software via API? Great! Because our cloud server solutions can easily reproduce scenarios like these. You'll also benefit from unlimited traffic and high availability.
- First, determine the desired server size.
- Then choose an operating system for your cloud server (Windows or Linux).
- Select the location of the data centre.
- Then start server creation.
The deployment time for a Linux image is about 55 seconds. Your cloud server is then available to use.
For larger organisations that need even more performance and server resources, we recommend the Enterprise Cloud.
However, a cloud server is much more than "just" traditional cloud storage, because it encompasses more than the rentable storage space in the cloud. If you rent a cloud server, you also have a complete server infrastructure with scalable computing power and can not only store your data, but also process it extensively.
Perhaps you don't actually need these server features, but just want to create a secure and practical online backup for your data? We can offer you this service in the form of our Cloud Backup package.
We'd be happy to help you choose the right product or provide support for existing customers.
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