A Virtual Private Server (VPS) is a virtual machine that runs its own copy of an operating system. It gives you dedicated CPU, RAM and storage resources on a shared physical server, offering dedicated server performance at a lower cost.

What is a domain name?

A domain name is the unique web address, such as yourbusiness.com, that people type into their browser to visit your website.

How much does a domain name cost?

Our prices start from £4.16 per year for .EU, with .COM available at £12.05 per year. All prices exclude VAT.

Can I register a domain for multiple years?

Yes, you can register your domain for one, two or more years during checkout.

What if my desired domain is taken?

If your first choice is unavailable, we can suggest alternative names or domain extensions. Contact us for assistance.

Do I need hosting as well?

A domain is your website address. You will also need hosting if you want to build and publish a website.

Can I transfer my existing domain to Octopus Telecom?

Yes, we can assist with transferring an existing domain. Contact our support team for guidance.

What is the difference between .COM and .CO.UK?

.COM is a globally recognised domain extension. .CO.UK is intended for the United Kingdom and is often preferred by local UK businesses.

Is VAT included in the price?

Prices are shown excluding VAT. VAT will be added during checkout when applicable.

What response times do you offer?

We offer standard response times and a 2-hour emergency SLA upon request for critical issues.

Do you support both Windows and Mac environments?

Yes, our engineers are experienced with Windows Server, Linux, macOS, and common business software.

What is included in the 2-hour response SLA?

We guarantee that a specialist will acknowledge and begin working on your critical issue within 2 hours of your report.

Is there a call-out fee for on-site visits?

For clients with an active support plan, travel costs are included. For pay-as-you-go clients, travel expenses may apply – please confirm when booking.

Can I switch from pay-as-you-go to a monthly plan?

Absolutely. Contact us to review your needs and we will recommend the most cost-effective plan.

Do you cover all of the UK?

Our remote support covers anywhere in the UK. On-site visits are available in most regions – please check with our team.

Are prices fixed for the duration of a contract?

Yes, we offer fixed pricing for the term of your agreement. Pay-as-you-go rates are subject to change with notice.

What if my issue is urgent?

We offer an emergency 2-hour response SLA for critical situations – just request this when you contact us.

Virtual server

24 months

12 months

6 months

Monthly

VPS 1

11.52

No long-term commitment, just a 30-day minimum.

2 core Xeon CPU

4 GBRAM

80GB SSD storage

Unlimited Traffic

Windows / Linux OS

Remote Desktop

Location London

IP personal static

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VPS 2

23.04

No long-term commitment, just a 30-day minimum.

4 core Xeon CPU

8 GB RAM

160GB SSD storage

Unlimited Traffic

Windows / Linux OS

Remote Desktop

Location London

IP personal static

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VPS 3

34.57

No long-term commitment, just a 30-day minimum.

8 core Xeon CPU

16 GB RAM

320GB SSD storage

Unlimited Traffic

Windows / Linux OS

Remote Desktop

Location London

IP personal static

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Custom VPS

5.55+

No long-term commitment, just a 30-day minimum.

Custom core Xeon CPU

Custom Ram RAM

Custom SSD storage

Unlimited Traffic

Windows / Linux OS

Remote Desktop

Location London

IP personal static

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Policy discounts for advance payment: 3M - 5%, 6M - 10%, 12M - 20%, 24M - 30%
* All prices are shown on a monthly basis excluding VAT.

Virtual dedicated servers combine the advantages of hosting and dedicated servers. Renting a VDS or VPS server with the necessary software package is the right choice for successful websites with high traffic and load.

Our hosting center offers an excellent cloud service with unlimited possibilities for adapting to your needs. With our control panel, improving the performance of virtual servers or installing the most popular Linux and Windows distributions takes only a few minutes.

UK VPS Hosting – Flexible, Powerful & Affordable

Octopus Telecom provides high-performance Virtual Private Servers (VPS) in our London data centre. A VPS gives you the power and control of a dedicated server at a fraction of the cost – perfect for websites, applications, and projects that need guaranteed resources, scalability, and full root access.

Our VPS Plans

Feature	VPS 1	VPS 2	VPS 3	Custom VPS
CPU (Xeon)	2 cores	4 cores	8 cores	Custom
Memory	4 GB	8 GB	16 GB	Custom
Storage (SSD)	80 GB SSD	160 GB SSD	320 GB SSD	Custom
Traffic	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited
Operating System	Windows / Linux	Windows / Linux	Windows / Linux	Windows / Linux
Remote Desktop	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Server Location	London, UK	London, UK	London, UK	London, UK
IP Address	Static (personal)	Static (personal)	Static (personal)	Static (personal)
Commitment	No (30 days)	No (30 days)	No (30 days)	No (30 days)
Price (Monthly)	£11.52	£23.04	£34.57	From £5.55

All prices exclude VAT. No long-term commitment – just a 30-day minimum.

Why Choose Octopus Telecom VPS?

Full Root Access: Complete control over your server. Install any software, configure security, and manage your environment.
Choose Your OS: Select Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian) or Windows – we support both.
SSD Storage: Fast read/write speeds for improved performance.
Unlimited Traffic: No bandwidth caps – handle high loads without extra charges.
Static IP Address: A personal, dedicated IP for stable connectivity.
London Data Centre: Low latency and UK data residency.
Remote Desktop Included: Easy access to your server from anywhere.
No Contract: Only a 30-day minimum – cancel or change anytime.
Custom Configurations: Build a VPS that fits your exact needs with our Custom VPS option.

Perfect For

High-Traffic Websites: Handle thousands of visitors without slowdowns.
Web Applications: Host and scale SaaS, APIs, and dynamic sites.
E-commerce Platforms: Secure, reliable hosting for online stores.
Game Servers: Low latency and dedicated resources for gaming.
Development & Testing: Isolated environments for coding and staging.
Mail & Collaboration Servers: Host your own email and team tools.
VPN & Proxy Servers: Secure, private connectivity.

Build Your Own VPS (Custom)

Need something unique? Our Custom VPS option lets you tailor resources to your exact requirements:

Choose your CPU cores (from 1 to 16+)
Select your RAM (from 1 GB to 64 GB+)
Pick your SSD storage (from 20 GB to 2 TB+)
Select Linux or Windows OS
Add optional management services
Price starting from £5.55/month

Build Your Custom VPS

Quick Deployment

With our cloud control panel, improving performance or installing popular Linux/Windows distributions takes just a few minutes. Your VPS is ready to use immediately after order completion.

How to Order VPS

1. Choose your plan – VPS 1, 2, 3, or Custom.

2. Select prepayment period – monthly, 3, 6, 12, or 24 months.

3. Complete your order – your VPS is deployed instantly.

4. Connect via Remote Desktop or SSH – start managing your server.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is a VPS?

A: A Virtual Private Server (VPS) is a virtual machine that runs its own copy of an operating system. It gives you dedicated resources (CPU, RAM, storage) on a shared physical server – offering dedicated server performance at a lower cost.

Q: What operating systems are available?

A: You can choose Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian, AlmaLinux) or Windows (Windows Server, Windows 10/11). We support both.

Q: What is the minimum contract term?

A: The minimum term is 30 days. There's no long-term commitment.

Q: Can I upgrade my VPS later?

A: Yes, you can scale your CPU, RAM, or storage at any time – often without downtime.

Q: What is included in the Custom VPS?

A: You choose your own CPU cores, RAM, and storage. Starting from £5.55/month.

Q: Is there a static IP address?

A: Yes, every VPS plan includes a personal static IP address.

Q: Where are the servers located?

A: Our VPS servers are in our secure data centre in London, United Kingdom.