Fully Managed Windows VPS

Hostwinds Windows VPSs can come with Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2016, or Microsoft Windows Server 2019, installed and are ready for use within minutes after placing your order. Hostwinds Windows VPSs are optimized for our environment and deployed to any of our data center locations.

Windows Servers come with Remote Desktop (RDP) access and Virtual Network Computing (VNC) access to your server. You have full Administrator access to any Windows VPS, which allows you to manage and configure it. You can also choose to install a web hosting management control panel such a Plesk or SolidCP to make managing your server easier.

Google Chrome comes installed with any Windows VPS. You can use your Windows VPS in the same way you would use your computer to browse the internet and visit sites like Youtube and Google. You may also install other applications if needed, as you fully control your server and configurations.

Hostwinds does not offer Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) licenses at this time. These can be obtained directly through Microsoft if needed, and our technicians can assist in the installation.

Windows VPS licenses are provided by Hostwinds when you order your Windows VPS. Your server will be deployed and licensed automatically. The first time you sign in, you will see that your VPS is licensed and active.

Microsoft Windows Servers may be upgraded at any time through your Cloud Control if you need any additional resources. Be sure your server is cloud-ready and able to meet the demands of your personal or business use, with enough resources such as CPU Cores, RAM, and Disk Space.

Hostwinds gives you the option to add backups when you create your server or after it is in use. It is essential to ensure you always have a backup ready. Hostwinds helps you with automating incremental backups for your server. The backup services Hostwinds offers are only $1 a month + $0.03 per GB.

It is critical to ensure you have a working backup. This helps protect you against unforeseen circumstances that could lead to data loss.

Hostwinds has a custom-built Cloud Control so that you can conveniently manage your server.

You can manage and control all aspects of your server from our cloud portal. This makes it easy to do things like reset your password or add additional volume storage.

Our tiers of support include 24/7/365 support via Live Chat and support tickets. We are here to help you with ongoing server maintenance and setup of automated tasks upon request.

We can also help with: operating system updates, virus scans, mitigation of load problems or sluggishness, troubleshooting for network-related issues, assistance if a server fails to boot, help with hardware failures, package installations, and much more!

Check out our Tiers of Support in the Hostwinds Product Documentation for a complete list.

You have full control over your server and configurations. While Windows updates are not required and may be disabled if needed, we highly recommend you keep them enabled.

Updating your Windows VPS's Operating System is a critical part of preventing your server from being compromised.