Self-hosting use case
The VPS for Self-Hosters
Run your own apps on hardware you actually control — dedicated resources, NVMe storage, full root access and a Docker-friendly base. Own your data and pay in crypto.
A self-hosting VPS gives you a private, always-on server where you run the applications you depend on — file sync, password management, photos and media — on infrastructure you control instead of someone else's cloud. ApexVPS is built for exactly this: truly dedicated CPU and RAM, fast NVMe storage, and full root access, so your self-hosted apps server stays responsive even as your library and your household grow.
Self-hosting is really about ownership. When your files, calendars and photos live on a machine you rent directly, no third party mines them, changes the terms, or locks a feature behind a new subscription. You decide which apps run, when they update, and who has access. A VPS gives you that control without buying, powering and babysitting hardware at home.
Apps you can self-host
Anything that ships as a Linux package or container runs happily on a dedicated VPS. These are the favourites our self-hosting customers deploy first.
Nextcloud
Your own file sync, calendar, contacts and office suite. A Nextcloud instance replaces several proprietary services in one install.
Bitwarden / Vaultwarden
A self-hosted password vault. Vaultwarden is lightweight enough to sit alongside your other apps while keeping every credential on your own server.
Immich
A private, high-performance photo and video backup for your phone — the self-hosted answer to cloud photo libraries, with search and albums.
Jellyfin
Stream your own movies, shows and music to any device. Media transcoding benefits directly from the dedicated vCPU cores in the larger plans.
Home & productivity
Home Assistant remote access, a Gitea repo, Paperless-ngx documents, an RSS reader — mix and match whatever your self-hosted apps server needs.
Docker Compose stacks
Bundle apps, databases and a reverse proxy into one Docker Compose file. New here? Read our beginner's guide to Docker on a VPS.
Why ApexVPS is built for self-hosting
Dedicated resources, no noisy neighbours
CPU and RAM are truly dedicated to your VPS — no overselling. Your Nextcloud stays quick even when a neighbour is hammering theirs.
NVMe SSD storage
Database-heavy apps like Immich and Nextcloud feel snappy thanks to fast NVMe storage rather than slow spinning disks or throttled network volumes.
Full root access
Install any package, open any port, run any container. Choose Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS, Rocky, Windows Server or a custom ISO — the box is yours.
Backups, DDoS protection & IPs
Daily or hourly backups, always-on DDoS protection, 24/7 monitoring, plus IPv6 and dedicated IPv4 so your services are reachable from anywhere.
Deployed across 39 locations worldwide on a low-latency network, so you can host close to wherever you and your users are.
Plans for self-hosting
Every plan includes dedicated vCPU, NVMe storage, root access, IPv6 + IPv4, DDoS protection and backups. Pay monthly or save 15% on yearly billing — all in crypto.
A couple of apps for one household
- 2 vCPU cores (dedicated)
- 4 GB RAM
- 80 GB NVMe SSD
- 3 TB bandwidth
- Priority email support
- Daily backups · 99.9% SLA
Media libraries & many users
- 4 vCPU cores (dedicated)
- 8 GB RAM
- 160 GB NVMe SSD
- 6 TB bandwidth
- 1 dedicated IPv4
- 24/7 priority support
- Hourly snapshots · 99.99% SLA
Large libraries & power stacks
- 8 vCPU cores (dedicated)
- 16 GB RAM
- 320 GB NVMe RAID
- 12 TB bandwidth
- 2 dedicated IPv4
- Dedicated support team
- Private networking · 99.99% SLA + credits
Need the full breakdown and yearly totals? See the complete VPS pricing and plan comparison.
Which plan should you pick?
Sizing a self-hosting VPS comes down to how many apps you run, how big your media is, and how many people use it. Here is a simple starting point.
Starter Pro — a couple of apps
Ideal for a single user or a family running Nextcloud plus Vaultwarden, or a small Docker stack. 2 dedicated cores and 4 GB RAM comfortably handle file sync, passwords and light document work.
Business — media & many users MOST POPULAR
The sweet spot once you add Immich photo backups or a Jellyfin library, or open your apps to several household members. 4 cores, 8 GB RAM and 160 GB NVMe give transcoding and databases room to breathe, with hourly snapshots for safety.
Enterprise — large libraries & power stacks
For big photo and video archives, many concurrent streams, or a dozen containers behind a reverse proxy. 8 cores, 16 GB RAM and 320 GB NVMe RAID keep everything fast while private networking links multiple servers.
Not sure yet? Start smaller — scaling up is instant, so you can grow the box as your self-hosted apps server does.
Own your data — and your payment too
Checkout is crypto-only through OxaPay. Pay with Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT (Tether) or 30+ other cryptocurrencies — no credit card and no bank account. Signup is email-only: we ask for an email to send your access details, plus optional notes like an SSH key, preferred OS or location. No name, no address, no KYC.
The crypto amount is locked when your invoice is created and stays valid for 90 minutes; provisioning begins as soon as the payment confirms on-chain. Every plan is backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee, with refunds issued in USDT to a wallet you provide. Learn more on the crypto VPS hub.
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Self-hosting FAQ
What is a self-hosting VPS?
A self-hosting VPS is a virtual private server you rent to run your own applications — like Nextcloud, a password vault or a media server — instead of using a third-party cloud service. You get full root access and dedicated resources, so the apps and the data are entirely under your control.
Can I run Nextcloud on ApexVPS?
Yes. Nextcloud runs well on any plan; Starter Pro suits a single user or family, while Business is a better fit once you add photos, media or several users. Our step-by-step Nextcloud VPS guide walks through the full install.
Do you support Docker and Docker Compose?
Absolutely. With full root access you can install Docker and run any Compose stack — apps, databases and a reverse proxy together. If you are new to containers, our beginner's Docker on a VPS guide covers the essentials.
How much RAM and storage do I need?
For a couple of apps, 4 GB RAM and 80 GB NVMe (Starter Pro) is plenty. Photo and video libraries or many users benefit from the 8 GB and 160 GB NVMe on Business, or the 16 GB and 320 GB NVMe RAID on Enterprise. Scaling up is instant, so you can start small.
Are my apps backed up?
Yes. Starter Pro includes daily backups, while Business and Enterprise add hourly snapshots. Combined with DDoS protection and 24/7 monitoring, your self-hosted data stays protected against both mistakes and attacks.
How do I pay, and do you need my ID?
Payment is crypto-only via OxaPay — Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT and 30+ coins, with no credit card or bank account. Signup only needs an email to send access details, plus optional notes. No name, address or KYC is required.
Ready to host your own apps?
Spin up a dedicated, NVMe-backed self-hosting VPS in minutes and pay in the crypto of your choice.