Knowledge Base

How to Use the Browser SSH Console

Access your VPS terminal directly from your browser — no SSH client or keys needed.

How to Check Your VPS Bandwidth Usage

See how much data your VPS has sent and received this month directly from the Server Portal.

How to Create and Restore Snapshots

Take a full point-in-time backup of your VPS and restore it in one click if something goes wrong.

How to Use Rescue Mode

Boot your VPS into a recovery environment to fix a broken system without reinstalling.

How to Upgrade Your VPS Plan

Move to a higher plan for more CPU, RAM and storage — pay the difference online in seconds.

How to Add More Storage to Your VPS

Add an extra 75 GB of NVMe storage to your VPS for £3.99/month.

How to Move Your VPS to a Different Region

Migrate your VPS to a datacentre closer to your users — US, Asia, Australia, or a different EU location.

How to Set a Custom PTR / Reverse DNS Record

Request a custom reverse DNS (PTR) record for your VPS IP — important for mail servers and professional setups.

How to Change Your Root Password

Keep your server secure by changing the default root password after your first login.

Admin: Managing VPS Orders in the Portal

How to use the admin portal to view, manage, and action customer VPS orders.

VPS vs VDS: What's the Difference?

Not sure whether you need a VPS or a VDS? This guide explains the key differences so you can pick...

Getting Started with Your VPS

A step-by-step guide to getting your 8Bit VPS up and running after purchase.

How to Connect to Your VPS via SSH

Learn how to SSH into your 8Bit VPS from Windows, Mac, or Linux.

Using the 8Bit Server Portal

How to access and use the Server Portal at provision.8bit-hosting.com to manage your VPS.

How to Reboot Your VPS

How to trigger a clean reboot of your VPS from the Server Portal.

How to Reinstall Your Operating System

How to wipe and reinstall a fresh OS on your VPS using the Server Portal.

What Operating Systems Are Available for VPS?

A full list of Linux operating systems available for self-service install on 8Bit VPS and VDS servers.

VPS Billing, Renewals & Cancellation

How billing works for VPS and VDS plans, including renewal dates, cancellation, and our refund policy.