How long until my server is ready?

Linux VPS and game servers are usually ready within minutes of payment. Windows VPS takes a little longer (about 5–10 minutes) because it sets up your Windows account on first boot.

Do I get root / administrator access?

Yes. Linux VPS come with full root, Windows VPS with an Administrator account. It's your server.

Where do I see my real uptime?

Live at up.overnight.host — we publish the real numbers rather than a marketing claim.

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Getting started after you order

Provisioning is automated, so there's no waiting on a human. Within a few minutes of payment your welcome email arrives with everything you need.

Didn't get the email? Check spam, then email [email protected] — we send from [email protected].

What's in your welcome email

Linux VPS — your server IP, a dedicated SSH port (not 22), and your login. Connect over SSH — see Connect to your VPS over SSH.
Windows VPS — your server IP, a dedicated RDP port, and your Windows username. Connect with Remote Desktop — see Connect to your Windows VPS with RDP.
Game server — your panel login at game.overnight.host and your server's connection address.
Web hosting — your control-panel login at web.overnight.host.

Where everything lives

shop.overnight.host — your account, invoices, upgrades and cancellation.
vps.overnight.host — VPS console, reboot and reinstall.
game.overnight.host — game server console, files and settings.
web.overnight.host — websites, databases and email.
up.overnight.host — live status of every service.

First steps

Log in

Use the credentials in your welcome email at the matching panel above.

Connect

SSH (Linux), RDP (Windows), or your game/web panel — guides linked above.

Secure it

Change any temporary password, add your SSH key, keep the OS updated.

Build

Deploy your app, world or site. Snapshots and reinstall live in the panel.