Virtual Private Server Hosting (VPS Server)
​Virtual private server hosting is a form of hosting where you share the same hardware as other VPS users but your Operating System and data are stored on an emulated server/computer, this emulated system is completely independent and can even be rebooted without affecting the other users.
You essentially get an entire operating system to yourself and you can do what you want with it. The virtual private server platform is ideal for those that need the flexibility of their own Operating System but they do not need the performance of a dedicated server. All our servers are all based in Bournemouth, Dorset UK.
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Wow, that's for big business right, don't worry if you only have a small online business or family-run enterprise we can host your website too and prices start from just £9.99 per month! Why not give us a call today to discuss your requirements, we are here to help.
Shared Hosting Services
Bronze Hosting
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Shared Hosting Environment
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UK Based Servers
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Daily Backups
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Retention 1
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CDN ✓
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Setup FREE
£11.99 per month
SILVER HOSTING
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Shared Hosting Environment
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30 Mins of Web Updates Included*
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UK Based Servers
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Daily Backups
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Retention 1
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CDN ✓
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Setup FREE
£29.99 per month
* Web updates are for updates only and can not be used to create new content, minutes do not roll over into the next month.
GOLD HOSTING
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Shared Hosting Environment
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60 Mins of Web Updates Included*
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UK Based Servers
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Daily Backups
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Retention 1
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CDN ✓
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Setup FREE
£39.99 per month
* Web updates are for updates only and can not be used to create new content, minutes do not roll over into the next month.
Virtual Private Servers (VPS)
SILVER VPS
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CPU Cores 4
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RAM 6 GB
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SSD Storage 120 GB
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IP Addresses 1
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Network Port 100Mbit/s
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Bandwidth Unlimited
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Backup Schedule Monthly
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Retention 1
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Control Panel Virtualmin
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CDN ✓
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Setup Fee FREE
£33.99 per month
GOLD VPS
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CPU Cores 6
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RAM 12 GB
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SSD Storage 240 GB
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IP Addresses 1
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Network Port 1 Gbit/s
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Bandwidth Unlimited
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Backup Schedule Weekly
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Retention 4
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Control Panel Virtualmin
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Antivirus ✓
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CDN ✓
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Setup Fee FREE
£54.99 per month
Platinum VPS
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CPU Cores 8
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RAM 18 GB
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SSD Storage 480 GB
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IP Addresses 1
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Network Port 10 Gbit/s
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Bandwidth Unlimited
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Backup Schedule Weekly
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Retention 8
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Control Panel Virtualmin
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Antivirus ✓
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CDN ✓
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Setup Fee FREE
£79.99 per month
Frequently asked hosting questions
Do I need hosting?
The question "do I need hosting" is a frequent one and the reality is that if you wish for a website to be visible on the internet for the world to see and visit then the answer is yes! Most people and businesses choose to host their website with a hosting provider, who takes care of the website hosting and also ensures that the website files are backed up regularly and maintained for them on a server to avoid any potential loss of data and in order to be able to restore the files if need be.
What is a server?
In simplistic terms, a server is a powerful customised computer that has been specifically designed to host files and data just like a website, a server will have an operating system, processors, RAM, and will have storage allocation just like a computer, but unlike a computer, it would tend to have far more of all of the above in order to serve the files it holds upon it. A server just like a desktop can be either a physical piece of hardware otherwise known as a "Dedicated server" or it could be an emulated storage facility otherwise referred to as a "virtual server" or "virtual private server" VPS for short. If you run a dedicated server then you could host or run multiple virtual servers upon it making it possible to host multiple virtual server environments all at the same time each server with its own operating system, processors, RAM and storage allocation.
How much does hosting cost?
Like most products or services that are for sale, the pricing of a server would depend on many factors, then the price of hosting depends on the quality of the server requirement and its specification. Here are some questions worth asking next time you are looking for hosting services:
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Shared or Dedicated?
All servers are hosted on a dedicated server somewhere, you may have heard of the expression "Cloud" well the reality is, there is no "Cloud", and the phrase "Cloud" is just another way of referring to the fact that the server is actually hosted, managed and maintained elsewhere and not by yourself. The truth is, that a server can not exist without a physical piece of hardware to support it this hardware is known as a dedicated server, it will be hosted by someone, somewhere, fact! But like any hardware it needs software and applications to run effectively, it needs to be managed by someone, and it will need maintenance, support and monitoring to ensure it is working correctly, this is typically done within a dedicated facility referred to as a "Data Centre" and managed by professional server technicians on your behalf. The word "Cloud" simply means that it is hosted and managed infrastructure.
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SSD or HDD storage
Does the server write the data using HDD drives or SSD drives, SSD drives are far quicker than HDDs this will dramatically improve the server's speed compared to HDD drives. All SEO Flatrate services servers are running on SSD drives as standard, then we don't do slow!
Dedicated Servers & Fully Managed Environments
Dedicated Servers
SEO Flatrate supply hosting for websites, blogs, email, and video services for small to medium-sized companies, charities, and hobbyists alike UK-wide. Unlike most digital marketing agencies SEO Flatrate is able to provide local hosting of all types from within our own data centre based here in Bournemouth within the heart of Dorset.
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Local hosting can help towards improving your local SEO and page rank, improve your server load speeds, and because our services are backed up daily, it means your website is secure too.
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We have a wide range of Hosting packages to choose from including shared hosting services for hobby sites, through to virtual private servers (VPS), and dedicated servers that can be configured to suit your individual needs.
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A dedicated server is an ideal solution for users who require multiple VPS servers within their own dedicated server environment in order to support larger websites with multiple databases for example, or alternatively if you are a hosting provider that is looking to hire your own dedicated server environment to service your own clients.
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With a dedicated server from Flatrate Services, you are in control, you will have full access to the server environment and can configure the server setup without intervention from our technical team. A dedicated server environment allows you to dedicate resources subscribed to as and when required to any particular client or virtual environment within it. with a dedicated server, from Flatrate Services you are in control with 24/7 access and 24/7 uptime monitoring visit our IT department website for further details on our IT solutions website here.
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We always provide clear and transparent pricing from the offset, there are no hidden charges, contracts or minimum terms to watch out for either so you are free to cancel at any time giving just 30 days' notice.
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Need help?
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Why not give our technical team here a call today, or simply book online to reserve a free consultation.
