Can I run a 24/7 livestream or other high-uptime workload on a VPS?
Yes — a VPS with full root is well suited to always-on workloads like 24/7 livestreams, bots, or transcoding, as long as you stay within your plan's resources. The key is sizing appropriately and keeping your process running reliably.
Setting up an always-on workload
Because you have full root, you install and manage the software yourself.
- Provision a plan with enough CPU, RAM, and bandwidth for your workload.
- Install and configure your software over SSH.
- Use a process manager (
systemd,screen/tmux, orpm2) so your workload restarts and stays running even after a reboot or crash.
Tip: Size generously for sustained workloads like streaming or transcoding — they're CPU- and bandwidth-hungry, unlike bursty game servers that idle between peaks.
Choosing the right size
Sustained workloads behave differently from spiky ones, so plan for the constant load.
- Streaming and transcoding lean heavily on CPU and bandwidth around the clock.
- Give yourself headroom rather than sizing to the bare minimum.
- If you're unsure, tell us the workload and we'll suggest a size.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an uptime guarantee? See our billing terms. We don't offer SLA compensation for downtime.
Which plan is right for my workload? Tell us what you're running and we'll recommend a size that fits.