UpCloud Ltd

Finnish Cloud with 100% Uptime

🌍 Finland 📅 Founded 2011 🏢 9 Data Centers

UpCloud, founded in 2011 in Finland, delivers exceptional VPS performance with MaxIOPS storage technology and industry-leading 100% uptime SLA. Combines Nordic reliability with cutting-edge infrastructure across Europe, Americas, and Asia.

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Locations
100%
Uptime SLA

Why Choose UpCloud Ltd?

MaxIOPS Storage

Proprietary storage technology delivering up to 100,000 IOPS performance

100% Uptime SLA

Industry-leading reliability with actual 100% uptime track record

Advanced Features

Private networking, automated backups, and infrastructure-as-code support

Flexible Billing

Pay-as-you-go hourly billing or discounted monthly plans

Pros & Cons

👍 Advantages

  • ✓ 100% uptime SLA backed by impressive reliability track record
  • ✓ MaxIOPS storage delivering exceptional I/O performance
  • ✓ Strategic data center locations across 3 continents
  • ✓ User-friendly control panel with powerful API
  • ✓ Free automated backups with point-in-time recovery
  • ✓ Transparent pricing with no hidden fees or bandwidth charges

👎 Disadvantages

  • ✗ Higher base pricing than budget providers
  • ✗ Smaller data center network compared to major clouds
  • ✗ Limited managed services and pre-configured applications
  • ✗ Support primarily via ticket system, no 24/7 phone support

🎯 Best For

Mission-critical applications requiring maximum uptime Database-heavy workloads needing high IOPS performance Businesses scaling from shared to dedicated infrastructure DevOps teams using infrastructure automation tools

Features & Specifications

📍 Locations

HeadquartersHelsinki, Finland
Data Centers9 regions

🛟 Support

LevelStandard
Response24h

⚙️ Features

API Access✓
Custom ISO✓
Private Network✓

💳 Billing

CurrencyEUR, USD
Cycleshourly, monthly

📋 SLA

Uptime100%
Credit Policy✓

💻 OS Support

Linux5 distros
Windows2 versions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is UpCloud's MaxIOPS storage?
MaxIOPS is UpCloud's proprietary storage technology using a distributed architecture with SSD caching. It delivers up to 100,000 IOPS, making it ideal for databases and I/O-intensive applications.
Does UpCloud really offer 100% uptime?
UpCloud provides a 100% uptime SLA with service credits for any downtime. Many customers report achieving 100% uptime over years of service thanks to their redundant infrastructure and proactive monitoring.
Can I upgrade UpCloud servers without downtime?
Yes, UpCloud allows vertical scaling of CPU and RAM without rebooting in most cases. Storage can also be expanded on-the-fly, though some changes may require a brief restart.
What backup options does UpCloud provide?
UpCloud includes automated daily backups with retention policies you define. Backups are stored geographically separate from your server and support point-in-time recovery and instant restore capabilities.

UpCloud Ltd Plans (39)

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Plan CPU RAM Storage Bandwidth Price/mo Visit
UpCloud Developer 1GB Linux (Monthly) 1 Core Premium AMD EPYC 1 GB 10 GB MaxIOPS SSD Unlimited €3.00 Visit*
UpCloud Developer 1GB Linux (Monthly) 1 Core Premium AMD EPYC 1 GB 20 GB MaxIOPS SSD Unlimited €4.50 Visit*
UpCloud Developer 2GB Linux (Monthly) 1 Core Premium AMD EPYC 2 GB 30 GB MaxIOPS SSD Unlimited €8.00 Visit*
UpCloud Developer 4GB Linux (Monthly) 1 Core Premium AMD EPYC 4 GB 40 GB MaxIOPS SSD Unlimited €15.00 Visit*
UpCloud Developer 4GB Linux (Monthly) 2 Cores Premium AMD EPYC 4 GB 60 GB MaxIOPS SSD Unlimited €18.00 Visit*
UpCloud Developer 8GB Linux (Monthly) 2 Cores Premium AMD EPYC 8 GB 80 GB MaxIOPS SSD Unlimited €25.00 Visit*
UpCloud Developer 16GB Linux (Monthly) 2 Cores Premium AMD EPYC 16 GB 100 GB MaxIOPS SSD Unlimited €35.00 Visit*
UpCloud General Purpose 1GB Linux (Monthly) 1 Core Premium AMD EPYC 1 GB 25 GB MaxIOPS SSD Unlimited €7.00 Visit*
UpCloud General Purpose 2GB Linux (Monthly) 1 Core Premium AMD EPYC 2 GB 50 GB MaxIOPS SSD Unlimited €13.00 Visit*
UpCloud General Purpose 2GB Linux (Monthly) 2 Cores Premium AMD EPYC 2 GB 60 GB MaxIOPS SSD Unlimited €18.00 Visit*
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About UpCloud Ltd

UpCloud stands out in the crowded VPS market through their proprietary MaxIOPS storage delivering up to 100,000 IOPS and their remarkable track record of 100% uptime for many customers. Built by hosting industry veterans, their platform emphasizes raw performance, flexibility, and transparent pricing. With data centers strategically located worldwide and advanced features like automated backups and network isolation, UpCloud appeals to businesses that cannot tolerate downtime.