Upgrade options
One of the great advantages of a virtual server is the ability to upgrade it at any given moment to suit different loads and situations. When you purchased the server, your website may have been just starting out, but over time it has grown and upgraded, so you need to make sure that the VPS can be upgraded easily and quickly. Another situation where an upgrade is necessary is a sudden spike in traffic – due to a major advertising campaign, media exposure, or particularly successful SEO work. In such cases, it is very important that the hosting company's customer service knows how to upgrade your virtual server quickly and efficiently so that you don't lose visitors and revenue.Professional technical support for virtual servers
There are quite a few hosting companies in Israel, and almost all of them offer shared hosting in one form or another. Virtual servers are in a league of their own, which is why they are not offered by many companies. Maintaining a virtual server requires in-depth technical knowledge in the fields of servers, operating systems, information security, and more. When considering purchasing a virtual server, it is recommended to check who is behind the company, what service times it offers, and what technical skills its support staff have, because virtual server malfunctions can be more complex and require a serious professional to handle them. Even without malfunctions, the ongoing maintenance of a virtual server is more sophisticated and requires the involvement of professionals.Information security
A private virtual server, by definition, should be a more secure platform for your website (which is why financial websites, for example, prefer VPS hosting). Carefully check what type of security is offered by the hosting company – is it only passive security, such as a firewall, or are there also active scans to identify threats? What software does the company use to secure its servers? If the information on the hosting company's website is vague, or if they are unable to provide you with clear answers, look for your virtual server elsewhere.Backups and server availability
A transparent, clear, and high-quality backup policy is the hallmark of any good hosting company, and this is especially true when it comes to virtual servers. Don't compromise on this point – make sure there are daily backups, the option of manual backups, and that the company backs up your files on an additional external server for extra security. Otherwise, you may find yourself in the same situation as companies that stored their data on Cyberserve and were left without a website at all. Guaranteed server uptime (availability) is also a very important consideration when choosing a VPS. Website availability affects sales and leads, as well as SEO.Virtual server price
The price range for virtual servers in Israel is particularly wide, and it is possible to find inexpensive virtual servers. Just as a very high price does not indicate quality, a low price does not indicate unprofessionalism and poor infrastructure, but an extremely low price should raise your suspicions. It does not make sense for a VPS to be offered at a price similar to cheap, standard shared hosting. The resources required for such a server are greater and more expensive, and if someone offers you a virtual server at a very low price, they are probably cutting corners somewhere – in infrastructure, professionals, support hours, or information security.Interested in a virtual server? We have them! Contact us and we will be happy to help.