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Built for Developers Who Need Speed, Flexibility, and Full Control
Cloudways is a managed cloud hosting platform designed for PHP developers, Laravel teams, and growing agencies, having everything you need to launch, manage, and scale powerful applications without getting stuck in server management.
1-Click App Deployment
Launch PHP and Laravel applications instantly with our 1-click deployment, no manual configuration needed.
Free WordPress Migration
Use our WP Migrator plugin to move your WordPress sites to Cloudways for free, with fast, secure, and downtime-free.
Developer Tools Built-In
Manage your codebase with Git integration, full SSH/SFTP access, and staging environments for safe testing.
Performance Optimization
Boost app speed with built-in Object Cache Pro and advanced server-side tuning optimized for PHP workloads.
Robust Security
Secure your sites with free SSL, dedicated firewalls, and automated healing that detects and resolves common issues.
Real-Time Monitoring
Track server and application performance with live metrics and instant alerts for complete operational visibility.
PHP Version Control
Switch between PHP versions anytime to meet project requirements and compatibility needs without downtime.
Flexible Cloud Scaling
Scale resources up or down with our pay-as-you-go model. Built for changing traffic, client needs, and budgets.
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With self-managed hosting, you're not just paying for a server but you're also spending time and money setting up backups, security, caching, installs, and monitoring. Cloudways takes care of it all, so you can launch faster, manage less, and scale with ease.
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Cost Without Cloudways
| Managed Cloud Hosting | Server Management & Security Updates | One-Click App Deployment | CDN | Object Caching (Redis / Object Cache Pro) | Varnish / Full Page Caching | WordPress Security (Malware / PatchStack) | Server Firewall / DDoS Protection | Free SSL | Backups (Automated & On-Demand) | Website Migrations | Uptime Monitoring | 24/7 Technical Support | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | | | | | | | | | | | | | $14-$16/ month (Basic plan + CDN) |
| $14–$20/month | $100–$200/month | $10–$30/month | $0.08/GB | $20–$50/month | $15–$30/month | $19/month | $25–$50/month | $60/year for a paid SSL | $10–$20/month | $25–$99/site | $15/month | $150–$300/month | $375–$1,050/month |
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Read real-life case studies of companies that used our managed cloud server hosting to take their online businesses to the next level!
We have multiple servers and appreciate the ability to easily clone sites and manage multiple client sites efficiently. This has cut our deployment times by 50%, enabling quicker turnarounds for our clients.
Jesse Tutt,
Founder & CEO of Seo gurus
The website no longer experiences crashes or freezes, providing a smooth user experience during peak traffic periods. With the time and the extra admin saved, we hope to focus more on our strategic business goals.
Zak Sampson,
Director of Spitfire Competitions
Our website portfolio at that time consisted of around 15 websites, and it only took me 3-4 hours to migrate all of them. That's very fast for big websites that have thousands of posts on them.
Simon Treulle,
CEO of pangolia
The flexibility of the Cloudways platform has allowed me to move through potential roadblocks faster than I could with other web hosts. A critical factor here is the Cloudways dashboard. It offers a huge amount of control.
Adam Connell,
Founder of Blogging Wizard
The primary motivation to switch to Cloudways was speed and performance. My websites were loading in 3-6 seconds, and now they load in around 1 second. The difference is dramatic. I exclusively build on Cloudways now; I no longer build new client sites on my old hosting provider.
Leighton Smith,
Owner and Web designer of Pioneer Media
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Seamlessly brand our powerful hosting as your own, expanding your service offerings without the infrastructure overhead.
Easy Client Management
Streamline client management, billing, and resource allocation from a single, intuitive reseller control panel.
Free Zero Downtime Migrations
Effortlessly move your clients' sites to our platform with unlimited migrations, ensuring no disruption to their online presence.
Exclusive Onboarding Discounts
Unlock significant cost savings as your client base grows, with tiered pricing designed to maximize your profitability.
Dedicated Account Manager
Receive priority support and tailored guidance from a dedicated account manager committed to your success.
Growth Tier Bonuses
Benefit from additional rewards and incentives as you advance through our partnership tiers, celebrating your expansion.
Deploy Your Favorite PHP Framework & CMS in Minutes
Launch, manage, and scale top PHP applications, pre-configured for speed, security, and performance. Install in just a few clicks and start building powerful web apps with just a few clicks.
Frequently asked questions about DigitalOcean Cloudways
What is DigitalOcean Cloudways?
DigitalOcean Cloudways is a fully managed cloud hosting platform that enables the deployment of web applications on high-performance cloud servers without the need for server configuration or maintenance.
How does Cloudways differ from unmanaged hosting on DigitalOcean?
Cloudways offers a managed hosting experience where the provider handles server setup, software updates, security monitoring, backups, and performance optimization. In contrast, unmanaged DigitalOcean Droplets require users to manually configure and maintain their virtual servers.
Which cloud providers can I use with Cloudways?
Cloudways allows you to deploy applications on multiple infrastructure providers, including DigitalOcean, AWS, Google Cloud, Linode, and Vultr, giving you flexibility in server specs, pricing, and geographic coverage.
What technology stack does Cloudways use to optimize performance?
Cloudways uses ThunderStack, a proprietary stack combining Nginx, Apache, PHP-FPM, Memcached, Varnish, and Redis to deliver fast, reliable performance for PHP applications and web platforms.
Can I deploy my apps with one click on Cloudways?
Yes, you can deploy common PHP applications like WordPress, Laravel, Magento, and others using Cloudways' one-click app deployment feature, simplifying the entire process.
What kinds of automatic maintenance features does Cloudways provide?
Cloudways includes automated backups, server security patches, real-time monitoring, SSL certificates, and optional add-ons like Cloudflare Enterprise, CDN, and DDoS protection, ensuring managed infrastructure reliability.
Is support available if I encounter issues with my server?
Yes, Cloudways offers 24/7 live chat support, a comprehensive knowledge base, and community forums to help with performance, deployments, migrations, and troubleshooting.
How does Cloudways pricing work?
Cloudways operates on a pay-as-you-go pricing model, billing you based on server resources you consume, with monthly and hourly billing options.
How many data center locations does Cloudways support?
Through its partner providers, Cloudways offers hosting in over 17 global data centers, enabling you to choose locations close to your users for optimal latency and performance.
What types of users benefit most from Cloudways managed hosting?
Cloudways is ideal for developers, small to medium businesses, agencies, and eCommerce sites—especially those seeking simplified server management, high availability, auto-scaling, and global reach without direct sysadmin responsibilities.