Managed VPS Hosting. Provisioned in 60 seconds.
A fully-managed Linux VPS we run for you — with CI/CD, zero-downtime deploys, and one-click rollbacks built in. One workflow, one bill, no separate hosting account to manage.
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dhq launch
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detected Rails app · repo reachable
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Provisioning Managed VPS · ubuntu 24.04
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Active · 94s · 203.0.113.10
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Live · build → SSH transfer
Why Managed VPS Hosting
You get the control of a real Linux server without the workflow split. Provisioning, CI/CD, and billing all live in DeployHQ — instead of a hosting account, a deployment tool, and two separate invoices.
One Workflow, One Bill
Provision a VPS, attach a pipeline, deploy, and pay for it all from your DeployHQ account. No separate hosting provider, no API juggling, no second invoice.
Real Linux, Full SSH Access
Unlike PaaS platforms that lock you into proprietary runtimes, Managed VPS gives you a real Ubuntu box you can SSH into, install packages on, and grow into.
CI/CD Built In
Every Managed VPS comes with the full DeployHQ pipeline attached: build steps, environment variables, atomic deploys, and one-click rollbacks — no setup required.
Explore build pipelines →Zero-Downtime Deploys
Atomic deployments prepare your new code in a separate directory and switch it live instantly. No dropped requests, no restart windows.
Learn more →One-Click Rollback
Bad deploy? Roll back to any previous release in one click — same as on a server you own. No SSH session, no panic.
Learn more →Server Management Built In
Run ad-hoc commands, schedule cron jobs, and open an in-browser console on your Managed VPS — no separate SSH client or VPN tunnel required.
Learn more →Choose Your Size
Three sizes to start. Resize live without rebuilding — your project, pipeline, and SSH keys stay attached.
Starter
1 vCPU · 1 GB RAM
Personal sites, small SaaS projects, side-of-desk apps.
Standard
2 vCPU · 2 GB RAM
Production sites, busier apps, Rails/Node/PHP workloads with a database.
Plus
2 vCPU · 4 GB RAM
Memory-hungry workloads, build steps that need headroom, larger Rails apps.
Add-on to any DeployHQ plan. Billed monthly per server. Free during beta for early customers — contact us to get started.
How It Works
Pick a Size
Choose Starter, Standard, or Plus from inside any project. We provision the VPS on DigitalOcean infrastructure in under a minute.
Connect Your Repo
Link GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket. The build pipeline is pre-configured for the VPS — environment variables, build steps, and SSH access are already wired up.
Push and Deploy
Push to your branch. DeployHQ builds, transfers only changed files, and deploys with zero downtime. Roll back anytime in one click.
Managed VPS or Bring Your Own?
Both work. The difference is where the server lives and who keeps the lights on.
Managed VPS Hosting
We provision the server inside DeployHQ on DigitalOcean infrastructure, and bill it alongside your subscription. One account, one workflow, one invoice. Best for teams who want hosting and deployment to be a single product.
Bring Your Own Server
Already running a VPS, dedicated server, or cloud instance somewhere? DeployHQ deploys to it over SSH, SFTP, FTP, or S3. Best for teams with existing infrastructure or specific provider requirements.
Mix Both Inside One Project
Deploy your production site to a Managed VPS and your staging environment to a server you already own — or any other combination. The deployment workflow is identical regardless of where the target lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Managed VPS Hosting really fully managed?
Yes. We provision the server, attach the CI/CD pipeline, handle the underlying infrastructure, and bill it alongside your subscription. You manage your application — we manage everything else.
What infrastructure does Managed VPS run on?
DigitalOcean. We use DigitalOcean Droplets as the underlying compute layer, then layer the DeployHQ control plane on top so provisioning, deployment, and billing all live in one account.
Can I SSH into my Managed VPS?
Yes. It's a real Ubuntu Linux box. You can SSH in, install system packages, configure cron jobs, and tail logs — exactly like a VPS you bought from anywhere else.
What happens when the beta ends?
Beta servers stay free until the beta closes. When pricing is published, you'll get a window to either convert to a paid plan or migrate off — we'll communicate timelines well in advance.
Can I still use my own servers?
Yes. Managed VPS is an add-on, not a replacement. Existing customers keep deploying to their own VPSes, shared hosting, and cloud accounts exactly as before. You can also mix Managed VPS with your own servers inside the same project.
Hosting and deployment, in one product.
Get a fully-managed Linux VPS with the entire DeployHQ pipeline attached — free during beta.
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