VPS-1
Virtual Dedicated Server
€9.99
/ month
- 2 GB DDR4 reg ECC RAM
- 1x AMD EPYC™ Core
- 30 GB Datacenter-NVMe-SSD (RAID-1 / RAID-10)
VPS, Dedicated Servers & Hosting with Always-On DDoS Protection from Frankfurt
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KERNELHOST
Strong Performance and Outstanding Service
Strong Server Performance
Strong performance is essential. We exclusively use high-performance server hardware including Datacenter NVMe SSD, DDR4 reg ECC RAM and AMD EPYC 7763 processors, regularly upgraded.
Learn moreDDoS Permanent Protection
High-quality DDoS protection is essential today. Our 3.2 Tbps DDoS protection is always on and included at no extra cost. In our own network in Frankfurt, Arbor real-time filtering handles it without null-routing. For heavily attacked projects, protection of up to 17 Tbps is available: Advanced DDoS Protection for servers in our Frankfurt network and Remote DDoS Protection for servers at any provider.
Learn moreKVM VPS / VDS
Our root servers use KVM virtualization and deliver outstanding performance, ideal for medium to very large projects. You never share resources. Our redundant infrastructure ensures maximum uptime.
Learn moreGame Servers
Affordable game servers with optimal performance for every project size. Includes a user-friendly web interface and is ready to use in seconds.
Learn moreOur Infrastructure
Our servers are housed in the maincubes data center in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, which is TÜV TIER3+ certified and meets the highest physical and virtual security standards.
Learn moreSimple Management
Your servers are provisioned in seconds. Our intuitive web interface gives you full control at a glance. All products run on a prepaid basis with DDoS protection, no contracts required.
Learn moreAFFORDABLE PRICES
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about KernelHost
What is KernelHost?
KernelHost is an Austrian server hosting provider (GmbH based in Vienna) offering PrePaid KVM VPS, VDS, Dedicated Servers, Minecraft game servers, and web hosting. The company is a RIPE member and operates its main servers in the TÜV TIER3+ certified maincubes datacenter in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, powered by 100% renewable energy. KernelHost additionally offers virtual server locations worldwide, including in the USA and Asia.
Are there contract terms or minimum durations at KernelHost?
No. All KernelHost products run on a 100% PrePaid basis with zero contract commitment. You pay upfront for the period you actually need (from one month up to twelve months, with discounts on longer terms) and can cancel at any time without notice or remaining payments. There are no setup fees, no hidden costs and no automatic renewal. Any unused credit stays on your account and can be applied to future orders or renewals. This model is ideal for projects with uncertain timelines, A/B testing new applications, seasonal traffic peaks, or short-term workloads where traditional 12-month contracts would lock you into unnecessary spend.
How does DDoS protection work at KernelHost?
Every KVM, Edge, dedicated, game and VPN server at KernelHost includes 3.2 Tbps DDoS protection, and so does our web hosting. It is always on, needs no booking or setup and filters common floods such as UDP, SYN and amplification attacks. In our own network in Frankfurt am Main, this is handled by Arbor real-time filtering. For heavily attacked projects, protection of up to 17 Tbps is available: Advanced DDoS Protection for servers in our Frankfurt network and Remote DDoS Protection for servers at any provider.
Where are KernelHost servers located?
All KVM VPS/VDS, Minecraft and game servers, the Basic and Gaming VPN plans and all web hosting plans run in the maincubes Premium Datacenter in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, one of the largest Internet exchange points in Europe (DE-CIX). The facility is TÜV TIER3+ certified, runs on 100% renewable energy and provides redundant network connectivity via professional Juniper switches with BGP anycast. Frankfurt means low latency across Europe (typically 5-15 ms within DACH, 20-35 ms to Scandinavia, Italy and the UK). Its central location is also perfect for gaming and voice services where low ping matters. Dedicated servers can additionally be hosted in Nuremberg, Germany on request. The Dedicated Unlimited Traffic VPN is also available at up to 25 locations worldwide.
How quickly is a server provisioned after ordering?
KVM VPS/VDS, Minecraft servers and web hosting plans are provisioned fully automatically within 30 seconds of payment confirmation, with no manual setup needed. You receive credentials by e-mail and can connect immediately via SSH, VNC, the KVM web console or our Plesk panel (web hosting). Payment via PayPal, credit card or crypto provisions almost instantly; SEPA direct debit may take 1-3 business days depending on your bank. Dedicated servers are physically configured (RAM, drives, RAID setup) and are usually online within 1-24 hours depending on availability, with standard configurations often completing in under 2 hours. Need an urgent setup? Reach out via our 24/7 ticket system.
What hardware does KernelHost use?
KernelHost runs exclusively on current enterprise-grade hardware: latest-generation AMD EPYC™ and Intel Xeon processors (Genoa, Bergamo, Sapphire Rapids), DDR4/DDR5 registered ECC RAM for memory error correction, and Datacenter-grade NVMe SSDs in RAID-1 or RAID-10 arrays delivering multi-GB/s read speeds with full failover. Every server has redundant network uplinks (minimum 2× 1 Gbit/s, optionally up to 10 Gbit/s on dedicated tiers) through professional Juniper switches with BGP anycast. Hardware is continuously refreshed, and we don't resell end-of-life equipment at discount prices. You get current systems with full vendor warranty, not 8-year-old hand-me-downs.
Which payment methods does KernelHost accept?
KernelHost accepts a comprehensive range of payment methods so no customer is left out: PayPal, credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), Klarna (Sofort & invoice), Apple Pay, Google Pay, SEPA direct debit, Bitcoin and 30+ other cryptocurrencies (Ethereum, Litecoin, Monero and more), WeChat Pay, Alipay, and paysafecard for top-ups without a bank account. All payments are processed securely through our billing portal with a PCI-DSS compliant payment provider. You can also load credit onto your account in advance and use it for future orders or renewals, ideal for recurring needs or planning your accounting upfront.
Does KernelHost support Windows Server and Linux?
Yes. On every KVM VPS/VDS you can install, with one click from our web interface, all common Linux distributions (Debian, Ubuntu, Rocky Linux, AlmaLinux, OracleLinux, CentOS Stream, Fedora, openSUSE, Arch and many more) or the current Windows Server releases (2019, 2022, 2025). For Windows you need a valid licence, which you can obtain from a certified Microsoft Partner or directly from Microsoft. Web interface, KVM console, rescue system and automatic backup slots are included free of charge. Dedicated servers additionally provide full root access to the physical hardware.
Our global server network
Click a location to deploy your server there. Germany is our core datacenter, every other point offers KVM VPS, VPN or Edge VPS with unlimited traffic.
Europe 11
- Frankfurt am Main Germany Core ServicesEdge VPS
- London United Kingdom KVM VPSVPNEdge VPS
- Chester United Kingdom Edge VPS
- Strasbourg France KVM VPSVPN
- Paris France Edge VPS
- Warsaw Poland KVM VPSVPNEdge VPS
- Helsinki Finland KVM VPSVPNEdge VPS
- Amsterdam Netherlands VPNEdge VPS
- Luxembourg Luxembourg VPNEdge VPS
- Sines Portugal VPNEdge VPS
- Istanbul Turkey VPNEdge VPS
Middle East and Africa 2
On request 4
What the categories mean
- Core Services
- Our core datacenter in Frankfurt am Main with our own infrastructure and our own network. This is where we run KVM root servers, Professional VDS, dedicated servers, game servers, web hosting, VPN and Advanced DDoS Protection.
- KVM VPS
- The classic range of our VPS with unlimited traffic: more performance per euro, and you choose the location when you order.
- VPN
- Your own Dedicated Unlimited Traffic VPN with a dedicated IPv4 address and unlimited traffic at up to 25 locations, most of them with a surcharge. The shop shows which locations can be ordered right now. The High Speed VPN with 2 Gbit/s is available in Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Poland and Canada, and with the Europe option also in Italy, depending on availability.
- Edge VPS
- Edge Unlimited Traffic VPS come in slightly smaller configurations than our classic unlimited traffic servers, but are available at many locations worldwide. Every plan includes a connection of up to 1 Gbps and unlimited traffic without throttling, ideal for proxies, streaming services and VPN.
- On request
- At these locations we provide servers on request. Just send us a ticket.
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