Cloudways Velocity
Managed Node.js Hosting, Always Warm.
Deploy production-ready Node.js apps in minutes. Managed infrastructure, enterprise-grade security, and flat, predictable pricing, so there’s no sysadmin to hire, no cold starts to worry about, and no billing surprises
One Platform for Every Node.js Project
Full-stack apps, backend APIs, content sites, internal tools, automation workflows. Velocity has a preset ready for whatever you’re building.
Full-stack React apps
SSR, SSG & client-side apps
Backend APIs & services
REST APIs & microservices
Content & Performance sites
Fast, SEO-friendly frontends
Enterprise frontends
Structured, TypeScript-first
Automation & AI workflows
Self-hosted, always-on
Don’t see your framework? If it builds to SSR or a static bundle and starts with a Node command, Velocity can run it. Use Other for additional frameworks and custom setups.
Everything You Need to Ship Node.js
Apps with Confidence
Stop worrying about servers, security patches, and scaling thresholds. Velocity manages all of it, so your team spends more time writing code that matters.
Deploy in Seconds
Push your code via Git and let us handle the rest. Built-in CI/CD workflows mean you deploy faster and break things less.
Fully Managed
OS patching, SSL, domain mapping, and backups run automatically, keeping everything secure and recoverable.
Optimized by Default
NGINX and PM2 stack, pre-configured with caching, plus PostgreSQL, provisioning on all plans.
Stay in Control
Set environment variables, and pull up build and error logs the moment something needs a closer look.
Enterprise Grade Security
WAF, malware protection, and DDoS mitigation come standard, plus Cloudflare Enterprise CDN at no extra cost.
Predictable Pricing
Stick to flat monthly plans and never worry about usage-based billing spikes catching you off guard again.
Predictable Hosting Costs
From Day One
Pick the server that fits your workload today, and scale vertically as your product grows.
Starter
$20
$20
/Month- 2GB RAM
- 2 vCPU
- 5 Apps
- 3 TB Server Bandwidth
- 250 GB CDN Bandwidth
- 10 Gbps Network
Features Included
Enterprise CDN- DDoS Protection
- Malware Protection
Professional
$30
$30
/Month- 4GB RAM
- 2 vCPU
- 8 Apps
- 4 TB Server Bandwidth
- 400 GB CDN Bandwidth
- 10 Gbps Network
Features Included
- Enterprise CDN
- DDoS Protection
- Malware Protection
Growth
$50
$50
/Month- 8GB RAM
- 4 vCPU
- 14 Apps
- 5 TB Server Bandwidth
- 700 GB CDN Bandwidth
- 10 Gbps Network
Features Included
- Enterprise CDN
- DDoS Protection
- Malware Protection
Scale
$100
$100
/Month- 16GB RAM
- 8 vCPU
- 30 Apps
- 6 TB Server Bandwidth
- 1200 GB CDN Bandwidth
- 10 Gbps Network
Features Included
- Enterprise CDN
- DDoS Protection
- Malware Protection
Plus
$150
$150
/Month- 32GB RAM
- 8 vCPU
- 50 Apps
- 7 TB Server Bandwidth
- 1500 GB CDN Bandwidth
- 10 Gbps Network
Features Included
- Enterprise CDN
- DDoS Protection
- Malware Protection
Advanced
$300
$300
/Month- 48GB RAM
- 12 vCPU
- 100 Apps
- 8 TB Server Bandwidth
- 3000 GB CDN Bandwidth
- 10 Gbps Network
Features Included
- Enterprise CDN
- DDoS Protection
- Malware Protection
Business
$400
$400
/Month- 64GB RAM
- 16 vCPU
- 150 Apps
- 9 TB Server Bandwidth
- 4500 GB CDN Bandwidth
- 10 Gbps Network
Features Included
- Enterprise CDN
- DDoS Protection
- Malware Protection
Upgrade or downgrade anytime no lock-in.
A charge of $0.033/GB applies to offsite backup storage.
A charge of $0.02/GB applies to any CDN bandwidth used beyond your plan's allocation.
Why Teams Choose Velocity Over the Alternatives
Choose your AI agent, connect your LLM keys, and deploy on managed servers.
Predictable over unpredictable
No cold starts, no usage-based billing surprises — persistent servers at flat monthly pricing.
Managed, plus enterprise-grade
A similar managed experience, plus enterprise security, CDN, and Cloudways’ proven infrastructure reliability.
Control without the burden
Full control over your environment, without the server config, patching, or maintenance overhead.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between Managed Node.js Hosting and Node.js on VPS?
With VPS hosting, you'll have to configure your environment to run Node apps: installing Node, setting up a reverse proxy, configuring a process manager to keep your app online, and maintaining your own security and firewall rules. With Managed Node.js hosting on Velocity, we handle all of that for you. Connect your repo and we'll take care of the rest!
Can I deploy a Next.js app on Velocity without technical experience?
Yes! Velocity supports deploying Next.js, Remix, and Astro with one-click deploys, requiring no server configuration or DevOps to get started, simply connect your repository and deploy.
How does Cloudways Velocity compare to Railway?
The main difference is the degree of infrastructure management you'll have to perform. Railway requires more DevOps as your application scales. Velocity is fully managed from day one, requiring no DevOps whatsoever.
How does Cloudways Velocity compare to Vercel?
The main difference is the infrastructure model. Vercel is serverless, and will charge you more as your site grows in traffic. Velocity uses a flat-rate, persistent server, where your costs stay the same and there's no cold start.
Is Cloudways Velocity a good alternative to Heroku?
Yes. Heroku's dyno-based pricing can get expensive and unpredictable as your app grows, and scaling often means manually adding more dynos. Velocity runs on flat monthly pricing with no cold starts, so your cost and performance stay predictable as you scale.
How do I get started with Velocity?
Here's how to get started with Velocity:
Connect your GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket repository. Velocity automatically detects your framework and sets the right build and start commands. Confirm the preset, click Deploy, and your app is live in minutes
How is Cloudways Velocity different from serverless hosting?
The main difference is what happens when nothing's happening. Serverless platforms shut down when idle and spin back up on demand, causing cold starts and usage-based billing that spikes with traffic. Velocity stays on, persistent, always-on servers with flat monthly pricing, regardless of how much or how little traffic you get.
Which Node.js frameworks and runtimes does Velocity support?
Velocity supports 12 frameworks out of the box, including Next.js, Remix, React, Astro, Express, Fastify, Angular, and n8n. Node.js LTS versions 22.x and 24.x are available and selectable per application.
What databases can I use with Velocity?
PostgreSQL can be provisioned directly from the dashboard. If you're using an external database, or don't need one, you can skip provisioning entirely.
What security features are included on every plan?
Every plan includes a Web Application Firewall, DDoS protection, malware protection, and Cloudflare Enterprise CDN, at no extra cost.
Can I host multiple apps on one server?
Yes. Every plan supports multiple apps per server, from 5 apps on Starter up to 150 apps on Business.
Can I change my plan after signing up?
Yes. You can upgrade or downgrade at any time, with no lock-in and no penalty for switching.
Is there a free trial?
Starter and Professional include a 3-day free trial.
What support is available?
24/7 expert support on all plans, covering infrastructure and platform issues.
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