# Cloud servers for Linux, Windows and macOS > Compare HyperDC cloud servers: Linux, Windows and macOS VPS, and VDS with nested virtualization on NVMe. Root or admin access in the US, Europe and Asia. 1. [Home](https://hyperdc.com/) 2. Cloud servers for Linux, Windows and macOS Linux, Windows and macOS servers, each as a VPS or as a larger VDS with NVMe storage and nested virtualization. Pick the operating system, the size and the location; every server comes with root or administrator access and live prices below. ## VPS or VDS? ### VPS Hosting Affordable virtual servers for Linux, Windows and macOS, plus Apple silicon Macs on request. The right start for websites, apps, development and test. [Compare VPS plans](https://hyperdc.com/vps-hosting) ### VDS Hosting Larger servers for Linux, Windows and macOS with NVMe storage and nested virtualization, for databases, CI, Hyper-V, WSL 2 and your own virtual machines. [Compare VDS plans](https://hyperdc.com/vds-hosting) ## Choose your server line - ### [Linux VPS Hosting](https://hyperdc.com/linux-vps-hosting) Linux VPS Hosting grants you more control and freedom with virtual private servers, particularly suited for Linux-based projects, offering excellent performance and customization. Starting from **$3.33** /mo - ### [Windows VPS Hosting](https://hyperdc.com/windows-vps-hosting) Windows VPS Hosting is an ideal choice for high-performance Windows projects. It offers customization and control over your hosting environment. Starting from **$11.18** /mo - ### [macOS VPS Hosting](https://hyperdc.com/macos-vps-hosting) Designed for macOS-based applications and development projects, our macOS VPS Hosting lets you host your macOS projects securely. Starting from **$11.18** /mo - ### [Linux VDS Hosting](https://hyperdc.com/linux-vds-hosting) Linux VDS Hosting is scalable and high-performance, utilizing virtual dedicated servers to cater to your Linux-based projects. Starting from **$23.76** /mo - ### [Windows VDS Hosting](https://hyperdc.com/windows-vds-hosting) Windows VDS Hosting is perfect for customizable and high-performance hosting for Windows-based projects. Starting from **$27.81** /mo - ### [macOS VDS Hosting](https://hyperdc.com/macos-vds-hosting) Mac VDS hosting is a virtual dedicated server hosting that handles the macOS operating system, also known as macOS VDS hosting. It enables users to run macOS-based applications, xCode development, software, and services in a virtualized environment by authorising them to lease or rent virtual servers that run on macOS. Whether for personal or business use, you need a web hosting service to get your ideas online. Starting from **$1.00** /mo ## VPS, VDS, nested or dedicated? All of our servers give you root or administrator access. They differ in size, storage and how much of the machine is yours. | | VPS | VDS | Nested dedicated | Dedicated server | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | What it is | A virtual server | A larger virtual server with nested virtualization | A virtual server built for nested work, sized in the order form | A whole physical machine | | Storage | SSD | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD | SSD or NVMe, per server | | Virtual machines inside | No | Yes | Yes | Yes, with your own hypervisor | | Operating systems | Linux, Windows Server, macOS | Linux, Windows Server, macOS | Linux, Windows Server, Windows 10 and 11 | Linux, Proxmox VE | | Best for | Websites, apps, dev and test | Databases, CI, Hyper-V and WSL 2, larger apps | Android emulators, network and hypervisor labs | Peak performance and isolation | ## What our cloud servers have in common ### Root or administrator access Install and configure anything: root on Linux, Administrator on Windows, an admin account on macOS. ### Unlimited bandwidth Every VPS and VDS plan on this page lists unlimited bandwidth. ### Your choice of image Linux distributions with or without a control panel, Windows Server versions and macOS releases. ### Three continents Locations in the United States, Europe and Asia, chosen when you order. ### Free migration on many plans Linux VPS, Linux VDS and Windows VDS plans include free migration from your current host. ### Room to grow Move to a bigger plan, then to a VDS or a dedicated server, as your project grows. ## Pick the line that fits the job ### Websites, apps and APIs on Linux KVM servers with root access, free control panels and locations on three continents. [Linux VPS](https://hyperdc.com/linux-vps-hosting) ### Windows and .NET Windows Server with Remote Desktop, IIS and free snapshots. [Windows VPS](https://hyperdc.com/windows-vps-hosting) ### iOS and macOS builds Macs on Apple hardware for Xcode, signing and CI. [macOS VPS](https://hyperdc.com/macos-vps-hosting) ### Databases and CI on NVMe Larger VDS allocations with NVMe storage for disk-heavy work. [Linux VDS](https://hyperdc.com/linux-vds-hosting) ### Apple silicon macOS VPS Macs with Apple silicon for Xcode 27, prepared on request. [Learn more](https://hyperdc.com/apple-silicon-macos-vps) ### Labs with nested virtualization Run Hyper-V, WSL 2, Proxmox VE or emulators inside a VDS or a nested dedicated server. [VDS plans](https://hyperdc.com/vds-hosting) ### Android emulators in the cloud Windows 11 servers prepared for LDPlayer, on request. [Learn more](https://hyperdc.com/android-gpu-servers) ## Services that work well together ### VPS Hosting Every VPS line for Linux, Windows and macOS, with live plans. [Learn more](https://hyperdc.com/vps-hosting) ### VDS Hosting Every VDS line, with nested virtualization and live plans. [Learn more](https://hyperdc.com/vds-hosting) ### Dedicated Servers The whole physical machine, in five countries. [Learn more](https://hyperdc.com/dedicated-server-hosting) ### Nested Dedicated Servers Virtualization extensions for your own VMs and emulators. [Learn more](https://hyperdc.com/nested-dedicated-server-hosting) ### Server licenses cPanel, Plesk and HyperDC Cloud Control licenses. [Learn more](https://hyperdc.com/licenses) ### Data centers See every location where HyperDC services run. [Learn more](https://hyperdc.com/data-centers) ## Frequently asked questions ### What is a cloud server? A cloud server is a virtual machine running on our infrastructure, with its own share of processor, memory and storage. It works like a physical server, but it is ready in a fraction of the time and you can move to a bigger plan when your project grows. ### What is the difference between a VPS and a VDS? Both are virtual servers with root or administrator access, the same kind of images and the same locations. A VDS adds nested virtualization, so you can run your own virtual machines, Hyper-V, WSL 2 or emulators inside it, and comes with larger vCPU and memory allocations on NVMe SSD storage. A VPS is the affordable starting point. ### Which cloud server should I choose? Start with the operating system your software needs: Linux for most web stacks, Windows for .NET and Windows applications, macOS for Xcode and Apple platforms. Then choose a VPS for small and medium projects, or a VDS when you need more power or your own virtual machines inside. If you are unsure, contact us and we will suggest a plan. ### Do I get root access on a cloud server? Yes. Linux servers come with root access, Windows servers with Administrator access and macOS servers with an administrator account, so you can install and configure anything you need. ### Where are the cloud servers located? Linux and Windows servers can run in Dallas, New York, Los Angeles, Frankfurt, Helsinki, Istanbul or Singapore. macOS servers run in Dallas, Los Angeles, Amsterdam or Frankfurt. You choose the location in the order form. ### Do cloud servers include a dedicated IP address? Linux and Windows plans include a dedicated IPv4 address. On macOS plans, a dedicated IPv4 address is an option in the order form. ### Can I move from a VPS to a VDS or a dedicated server later? Yes. You can move to a bigger plan as your project grows. Moving to another line, such as from a VPS to a dedicated server, means setting up the new server and migrating your data, and we can help you plan the move. ### Can I install a control panel? Yes. Linux plans offer free HestiaCP, CyberPanel and aaPanel, and paid cPanel and Plesk options in the order form. On Windows you can add Plesk with a license, or manage the server directly. ### Are backups included? Yes. Free weekly and monthly backups are included with every plan. For data that changes every day, also keep copies of your own, for example with an off-site backup tool, so you can restore exactly the version you need. ### Can I get a refund on a cloud server? Yes. Our Linux, Windows and macOS VPS and VDS lines are covered by our refund policy: cancel within 30 days of payment and ask for a refund. For macOS services any setup cost is deducted from the refund, and payments made in cryptocurrency are final. ## Questions before you order? Send us a message and our team will help you choose the right service. [Contact us](https://hyperdc.com/contact-us) [Client area](https://hyperdc.com/account) --- Source: \ Updated: 2026-10-06