Share the load across servers
A load balancer shares incoming requests across several servers, giving your shop, portal or web app more capacity when demand rises.
Health checks steer new requests to servers that are ready to serve them, including during maintenance. For compatible applications, we can also replicate files and databases so the other servers have access to the data they need.
Replicated files and database where supported
Questions about load-balanced VPS hosting
What is load-balanced VPS hosting?
A load balancer distributes web requests across multiple virtual servers. The servers share the work at busy times, and the load balancer can route new requests to the healthy servers when one is taken out of service.
Can load balancing help with traffic spikes?
Yes, if your application can share work across servers. We look at peak traffic, what each request needs and whether shared services such as your database can keep up. That helps us size the setup for events like a sale or a booking launch.
When should I choose high-availability hosting over a single VPS?
A single Managed VPS can suit a site whose traffic fits comfortably on one server. Consider a high-availability setup if customers rely on your shop, booking system or portal at peak times or need to keep using it while you maintain a server.
Can you load balance WordPress, WooCommerce or a customer portal?
We check your site or app for compatibility. For WooCommerce and other sites with logins, we look at how they store baskets, sessions and uploads so we can plan how servers share that data and test the experience before launch.
How does automatic failover work if a VPS goes down?
Health checks detect when a server stops responding. The load balancer then sends new requests to a healthy server. We plan for the database, files and sessions your application needs and test how the agreed setup switches over.
What uptime can I expect from high-availability hosting?
Tell us your uptime target and what your customers need to be able to do during maintenance. We’ll discuss which parts of your application need a standby and how much traffic the remaining servers need to carry if one is unavailable.
Do I still need backups if my database is replicated?
Yes. Replication keeps copies of current data available to more than one server. Backups give you separate restore points if you need to recover a deleted file or roll back a database change. We agree backup and restore requirements with you.
Can I move my existing website to a load-balanced setup?
We can review your current hosting and plan the move. We agree what to migrate, how to test the site and when to switch traffic over, so you can plan around your busiest periods.
What does Ecenica manage?
Our team configures the servers and load balancers, tests failover and agrees the ongoing monitoring, patching and backup requirements with you. We quote for the setup and support your application needs.
How much does managed load-balanced VPS hosting cost?
We quote for the number and size of servers, the load balancers, and the replication, backup and support your application needs. Share what you host and when traffic peaks so we can price a suitable setup.
Build for your busiest days
Tell us what you host, when traffic peaks and where you need more capacity. We’ll recommend a managed UK setup sized for your workload and quote for it.
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