Full Root Access
Complete administrator access gives you total control over your virtual server and its software environment.
UK Unmanaged VPS Hosting
Unmanaged VPS Hosting
Get your own UK-based virtual server with full root access and complete control over your environment. Farbyte unmanaged VPS hosting gives you a high-performance KVM virtual machine on resilient UK infrastructure, while you remain responsible for managing the server yourself.
From £8.75/month · Instant setup · UK infrastructure · No contracts
Your VPS. Your Rules.
Unmanaged VPS hosting is designed for people who want complete control over their server without paying for ongoing server administration.
You get your own virtual machine with full root or administrator access. Install your operating system, applications and services, configure the environment exactly as you need it, and manage it remotely from anywhere.
Farbyte operates the underlying infrastructure. You manage the VPS itself.
You get your own virtual machine with full root or administrator access. Install your operating system, applications and services, configure the environment exactly as you need it, and manage it remotely from anywhere.
Farbyte operates the underlying infrastructure. You manage the VPS itself.
KVM Virtualisation
Your VPS runs as a fully virtualised machine, giving you the flexibility to run Linux, BSD or Windows Server.
Your Choice of Software
Install the applications, control panels, services and tools your project requires.
Remote Management
Manage your VPS remotely using SSH, your VPS control panel or the built-in browser console.
The Infrastructure Behind Your VPS
Your VPS may be unmanaged, but the infrastructure it runs on is anything but basic.
Farbyte operates the underlying cloud infrastructure in the UK, providing the compute, storage, networking and virtualisation platform your VPS depends on.
Farbyte operates the underlying cloud infrastructure in the UK, providing the compute, storage, networking and virtualisation platform your VPS depends on.
AMD EPYC Performance
High-performance server processors provide the compute resources behind your virtual machine.
NVMe Storage
Fast NVMe storage provides responsive disk performance for operating systems, applications and databases.
KVM Virtualisation
Full virtual machines provide the isolation and flexibility you need to run your own server environment.
Distributed Storage
Your VPS storage runs on resilient distributed infrastructure rather than a single physical disk.
UK Infrastructure
Your VPS is hosted on Farbyte infrastructure in the UK, with UK-based IP addressing.
24/7 Infrastructure Monitoring
We monitor the underlying infrastructure so problems with the platform can be identified even though your VPS administration remains your responsibility.
Configure Your Unmanaged VPS
Choose the resources you need and build your VPS around your workload. Start small and increase resources as your requirements grow.
Configure your VPS
CPU
coresRAM
GBStorage
GBSnapshots
IPv4
IPsBandwidth
GBOS
Control Panel
Managed
Need help choosing your configuration? Our VPS team can help you understand the available options before you order.
What Does Unmanaged VPS Actually Mean?
With an unmanaged VPS, you are responsible for administering the server.
Farbyte provides and operates the underlying infrastructure, but you are responsible for the operating system and the software running inside your VPS.
| Farbyte manages | You manage |
| Physical server infrastructure | Operating system |
| KVM virtualisation | Software and applications |
| Storage infrastructure | Server configuration |
| Network infrastructure | OS updates |
| Data centre infrastructure | Application updates |
| VPS platform availability | Firewall configuration |
| Underlying hardware | Server security |
This makes unmanaged VPS hosting a good choice if you already have server administration experience or are comfortable managing your own Linux or Windows server.
If you don’t want to handle ongoing server administration, security hardening, updates and application configuration yourself, our Managed VPS service may be a better fit.
What Can You Run on an Unmanaged VPS?
Full administrator access means you aren’t restricted to a predefined hosting environment. Install the software you need and configure the server around your application.
Websites & Web Applications
Host websites and web applications using your preferred web server, database and software stack.
Control Panels
Install a hosting control panel such as cPanel or another supported platform if you want a graphical management environment.
Development Environments
Build and test applications in an environment you control completely.
Databases
Run your own database servers and configure them around your application's requirements.
VPN & Networking
Deploy VPN servers, network services and other infrastructure applications.
Self-Hosted Applications
Run applications such as Nextcloud, collaboration tools and other self-hosted software.
E-commerce
Host platforms such as WooCommerce, Magento and other e-commerce applications.
Custom Software
Run your own software, services and specialised workloads with full server-level access.
Choose Your Operating System
Start with the operating system that best suits your application. Farbyte’s KVM VPS environment supports Linux, BSD and Windows Server.
Linux VPS
Linux is a popular choice for web servers, applications, databases, development environments and network services. Choose the distribution and software stack that suits your requirements.
Windows VPS
Need a Windows environment? Windows Server VPS gives you administrator access to run compatible applications and services in a virtual server environment.
Full Control
Once your VPS is deployed, you have the administrator or root access required to configure the operating system and install the software you need.
Flexible Resources When You Need Them
Your requirements can change. Your VPS doesn’t have to stay the same.
Increase or decrease resources such as CPU, RAM and storage as your requirements change, with changes taking effect immediately.
Scale CPU
Add processing resources when your workload needs more compute capacity.
Add RAM
Increase memory for larger applications, databases and workloads.
Expand Storage
Increase your NVMe storage as your data and applications grow.
You can adjust your VPS resources after purchase rather than having to migrate to an entirely different server.
Built for People Who Want Control
Unmanaged VPS hosting is about giving you the freedom to build your server your way, without paying for administration you don’t need.
Full Administrator Access
Complete root or administrator access.
Instant Deployment
Get your VPS up and running quickly.
Browser Console
Access your VPS through a web-based console when you need it.
SSH Access
Connect securely using your preferred SSH client.
No Long-Term Contract
Use your VPS without being tied into a long-term contract.
Free Rebuilds
Rebuild your VPS when you need a clean installation.
UK IPv4 & IPv6
UK-based IP addressing for your VPS.
30-Day Guarantee
Try the service with our 30-day guarantee.
Managed or Unmanaged VPS?
Not sure whether you should manage your own server?
The choice comes down to how much responsibility you want to take for the server itself.
| Feature | Unmanaged VPS | Popular Managed VPS |
|---|---|---|
| Full root/admin access | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| UK infrastructure | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| KVM virtualisation | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| NVMe storage | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| You manage the operating system | ✔️ | ❌ |
| You install and maintain applications | ✔️ | ❌ |
| Server administration by Farbyte | ❌ | ✔️ |
| Server hardening | ❌ | ✔️ |
| OS maintenance | ❌ | ✔️ |
| Ongoing admin support | ❌ | ✔️ |
| Best for | Experienced users | Businesses & organisations |
Want us to handle the server administration?
Our Managed VPS service includes ongoing server administration, maintenance, hardening and support, so you can concentrate on running your applications rather than maintaining the server.
Why Choose Farbyte?
Farbyte has been providing professional hosting services since 2006. Our VPS infrastructure is designed and operated by our own engineering team, giving you an alternative to the complexity and pricing of the major public cloud platforms.
UK-Based Infrastructure
Your VPS runs on infrastructure operated by Farbyte in the UK.
Independent Cloud Platform
Run your workloads on Farbyte infrastructure rather than building directly on AWS, Google Cloud or Microsoft Azure.
High-Performance Hardware
Modern server hardware, NVMe storage and KVM virtualisation provide the foundation for your VPS.
Simple Monthly Pricing
Choose the resources you need without the complexity of the major public cloud billing models.
Experienced Hosting Provider
Farbyte has been providing hosting and infrastructure services since 2006.
Real Technical Support
Need help with your service or infrastructure? Our UK-based team is available to assist.
Trusted by Farbyte Customers
I have recommended Farbyte to others as their products represent excellent value…
…great support and a company that cares about their customers, look no further…
…without a doubt Farbyte is the best.
Unmanaged VPS Hosting FAQ
Answer to this questAn unmanaged VPS is a virtual private server where you have full administrator or root access and are responsible for managing the operating system, software, configuration and security of the server. Farbyte operates the underlying hosting infrastructure.ion.
Yes. All Farbyte VPS include full administrator or root access.
Farbyte unmanaged VPS use KVM full virtualisation. KVM supports Linux, BSD and Windows operating systems.
The KVM platform supports Linux, BSD and Windows operating systems. Windows Server VPS are also available.
Yes. You can select an available control panel when configuring your VPS, or install compatible software yourself after deployment.
Yes. An unmanaged VPS can be used to host websites, web applications, databases, e-commerce platforms and other services. You are responsible for installing and administering the required software.
Yes. CPU, RAM, storage and other available resources can be adjusted after deployment. Changes take effect immediately.
You can access your VPS using SSH or the browser-based console in the VPS control panel. Additional remote access methods such as RDP or VNC can also be configured where appropriate.
Yes. The browser-based console provides out-of-band access to the VPS, allowing you to access the server even if its network firewall is preventing normal remote access.
Unmanaged VPS include the option to add snapshots for an additional charge. Snapshots provide point-in-time recovery of the virtual server and can be created manually or scheduled.
Farbyte unmanaged VPS are hosted on Farbyte infrastructure in the UK.
No. Farbyte VPS services are not tied to a long-term contract.
Unmanaged VPS are designed for customers who want to administer their own server. If you want Farbyte to handle server administration, updates, hardening and ongoing maintenance, choose our Managed VPS service.
Ready to Take Control of Your Own VPS?
Deploy a high-performance unmanaged VPS on Farbyte’s UK infrastructure. Get full root access, flexible resources and the freedom to configure your server exactly the way you want it.