Windows Virtual Private Servers

VPS stands for Virtual Private Server.

Wondering what a VPS is? Virtual private servers offer server resources shared over multiple virtual machines (VMs), providing the power and performance of a dedicated server but at a cheaper price point. This is made possible by server virtualisation, which breaks a physical server up into sections so that it can run as multiple separate virtual servers, each with its own OS and dedicated resources. Although you won’t have the same amount of power as you would get with an entire dedicated server to yourself, a VPS ensures you get an isolated server environment for better data security, performance and control – all at a fantastic price.

Because our VPS Hosting spreads resources over multiple VMs, this means that you don’t experience the same traffic and bandwidth limitations as you would with a shared hosting plan, where your resources are hosted in just one shared server environment. This means great reliability and super-fast speeds!

Yes of course. Whether you've outgrown your project, are experiencing traffic spikes or simply want insurance for future growth, you can easily scale to a higher VPS tier.

This can be done easily within your control panel. The only limitations to upgrading your VPS are that you must be upgrading to a server of a higher price with additional storage.

Server virtualisation is the technique used to split a physical server into separate VMs or virtual private servers. Server virtualisation can also mask server resources, making sure that users don’t have access to sensitive information – like how many processors there are, the different operating systems being used, or even the number of physical servers.

Server virtualisation is achieved by using a type of software called a hypervisor. The hypervisor sits between the server and the new virtual machines it creates, and it supports multiple VMs by virtually sharing their resources. Each virtual machine or VPS can then be allocated to customers.

Windows VPS hosting gives your projects server resources that are shared over multiple virtual machines, providing the power and performance of a dedicated server but for a cheaper price. When you choose a Windows VPS from Fasthosts, this means your virtual private server comes with a pre-installed Windows operating system – perfect for those who prefer working with Microsoft technologies and the user-friendly Windows GUI.

With full root access, you have total control over how you configure your Virtual Private Server and can use it for whatever you want, including as a test environment, gaming server, ecommerce hosting and web and email servers.

The cost of a VPS is varied because your resources are scalable, including server storage, RAM, CPU and more. Here at Fasthosts, our cheap Windows VPS plans start at just £15 per month for the first 6 months. Low cost Windows VPS hosting is ideal for smaller projects, such as hosting a personal blog, as they offer less storage space, RAM and other computing resources. However, if you want the best Windows VPS for a fast-growing ecommerce website, you’ll likely need a more powerful VPS for Windows.

Surely a free Windows VPS is better than cheap Windows VPS hosting? Not necessarily. Free VPS hosting providers don’t offer the same performance, uptime and security guarantees. This means that your website or application will be more likely to experience downtime, poor loading speeds and potentially a higher risk of cyber attacks, all of which will contribute to a worse user experience for your customers. Plus, some free Windows VPS providers will place adverts on websites hosted on their servers, which may make your site look unprofessional.

To maximise your chances of securing better search engine rankings, conversion rates and brand reputation, you need a reliable, trustworthy and high-quality Windows VPS host – like us! We offer a 99.99% uptime guarantee, lightning-fast speeds, full root access, scalable storage and much more with the best Windows VPS hosting services, helping you host your project with ease.

You can choose your favourite Windows operating system between Windows 2016, Windows 2019, Windows 2022 and Windows 2025.

We won't break down the differences in functionality and usability between Windows VPS and Linux VPS here – we do that in our Linux vs Windows blog post. Choosing the best one for you depends on the type of system you like to work with – Windows is commercialised and limited in its customisation options, but it's all there for you. On the other hand, Linux is free and open-source, and also gives you full access.

A Fasthosts Windows VPS can be provisioned and ready to go in minutes. NVMe storage provides a noticeable difference in speed. Larger servers may take a little longer to install.

Yes, after you're all set up, you'll have access to our central administration panel, or Cloud Panel. This will let you manage your server's settings and features.

With root access to your server included, you'll have total control over your systems, services and network.

With our Windows Virtual Private Server hosting, you have total control to customise your server however you like. You can configure your VPS with whatever operating system, scripting language or database of your choosing without having to worry about managing a server yourself.

If you're an individual or business looking for dedicated resources and control over your hosting environment, a VPS with Windows is perfect for you. You might be a startup, small business, or enterprise – our Windows VPS gives you the power and flexibility needed to host websites, applications, or online services with tailored performance. Plus, you’ll get access to Microsoft technologies and a user-friendly GUI, which is perfect for those who are familiar with Microsoft/Windows products.

We offer a minimum 12 month contract period on our VPS product. You can also opt to pay up front if you'd like a bigger discount.