Can I Virtualize on My vServer?

No, virtualization (Nested Virtualization) is disabled on our KVM servers.

This means AMD-V or Intel-VT is not available. If you need a virtualized operating system, we recommend getting a Dedicated Server.

Why Do I Need Virtualization?

You can use virtualization to run additional operating systems on your server that work independently from the host machine. Popular technologies for this include Proxmox or Hyper-V, which are not possible on our KVM servers.

Can I Use Docker?

You don’t need virtualization technology for Docker because it uses containerization. More info about Docker on vServers.

Alternatives: Dedicated Server

If you want to host your own virtual machines, you can use our Dedicated Servers. There you can run virtualization without any restrictions.

Are all ports open?

Yes, all ports are open on our servers. You have no restrictions. The software firewall (iptables) is set to “ALLOW” by default.

So if you start a program on your Linux server that opens a port publicly, you do not need to explicitly open it. So you don’t need to perform explicit port forwarding, as you might have to do at home, for example.

It’s a bit different with Windows servers. There, you need to open the ports in the Windows firewall to be able to reach them from the outside.

My program is not accessible from the outside

If your program is not accessible from the outside, first check your firewall. Usually, however, the issue lies with the program’s listening method. If the port is open on “127.0.0.1”, you can only access the port from the machine itself. You would need to either set your own IP address as the “bind” IP or use “0.0.0.0”. This will make your program accessible from the outside.

We also have a separate article on making a MySQL Server accessible from the outside.

How do I install PHPMyAdmin on my server?

PHPMyAdmin is a popular web-based open source application designed to manage MySQL databases. It allows users to conveniently manage databases through a web-based graphical user interface (GUI).

You can install phpMyAdmin fully automatically with root access in our web interface on any debian-based Linux.

To do this, go to the Cloud Manager of your server.

Scroll down to the Actions and select “App Installer”. There you click on the “Web Server Utilities”.

Install webserver Utilities

In this dialogue you have to select everything. This is because phpMyAdmin requires a web server (apache2), the PHP script engine and the database software MariaDB/MySQL server.

Then click on Start installation.

Running Webserver Utilities installation

Now you only have to wait a short time until your installation is finished. You will then be shown all the data you need to access your database.

phpMyAdmin access details

How do I create a DKIM?

DKIM is an important method for securing email communication and preventing email fraud. In this article we will take a closer look at DKIM, how it works, why it is relevant for your Plesk server and how you can implement it effectively.

When sending and receiving emails through your Plesk-based hosting service, it is essential to ensure the security and authenticity of your emails. Read on to learn more about DKIM and how you can protect your email communications.

Required for many email providers

Mail providers, such as Google’s gmail, no longer accept emails without a valid DKIM. This is how companies proceed to protect their customers from mail spam.

Where can I find the DKIM in Plesk?

Step 1: Log in to Plesk and navigate to your domain. Click on the “Email” tab and then go to the “Email settings”.

Plesk E-Mail Settings

Step 2: In the settings, activate the check mark for “Use DKIM spam protection system to sign outgoing e-mail messages”. Then click “Apply”.

Step 3: Click on “Configure external DNS” to get the key information for your DKIM:

DKIM Key

You need:

  • default._domainkey.dezio.dev. IN TXT "v=DKIM1; p=MIGfMA0GCSqGSIb3DQEBAQUAA4GNADCBiQKBgQDJzy799GTmmolxda8Zd+HF18w11Zjs3QiP4R7LvtBTe9saLVvowLoBWjXh3YFMcT7Cs07hAMVPjJdcYeHVaa9k7Yy7m+PXXraVlZKtOjPw8MqhV6zyOI6YQ+k1tzh6cq7Yvj1W/C7HyMMBsiXh4NUNq+ksh9s5k1uCyYYM4uO2WQIDAQAB;"
  • _domainkey.dezio.dev. IN TXT "o=-"

How do I store the DKIM in the DNS Manager?

Now open Vionity and search for your domain in the navigation. Click on the corresponding DNS management.

Vionity Domain Management

Then click on “+entry”.

Add the default._domainkey key:

  • Record-Type: TXT
  • Name: default._domainkey
  • Content: The key provided by plesk "v=DKIM1; p=MIGfMA0GCSqGSIb3DQEBAQUAA4GNADCBiQKBgQDJzy799GTmmolxda8Zd+HF18w11Zjs3QiP4R7LvtBTe9saLVvowLoBWjXh3YFMcT7Cs07hAMVPjJdcYeHVaa9k7Yy7m+PXXraVlZKtOjPw8MqhV6zyOI6YQ+k1tzh6cq7Yvj1W/C7HyMMBsiXh4NUNq+ksh9s5k1uCyYYM4uO2WQIDAQAB;" (mit Anführungszeichen!)
  • Save!

Then create the _domainkey:

  • Record-Type: TXT
  • Name: _domainkey
  • Content: "o=-" (mit Anführungszeichen!)
  • Save!

Your DKIM is now stored. The reliability of your e-mail delivery is now increased. Please note, however, that there may still be problems with sending e-mails, as many other factors play a role.

Prices for additional products for dedicated servers

You can order additional hardware for your server via the customer support. For example, additional hard disks are available if you run out of storage space.

Upon installation, the monthly price plus the set-up fee is due once. The order is only confirmed when the credit is available.

Additional hard disks

You can have us install additional hard disks in your dedicated server. Whether and for how many additional hard disks can be installed varies from server to server. For example, it may be that your server was already delivered with 3 hard disks and the motherboard does not allow any more space for storage media.

Hard diskmonthlyone-time setup
1,92 TB SATA SSD DC Edition29,40€10,00€
3,84 TB SATA SSD DCEdition49,03€10,00€
2 TB SATA Enterprise HDD16,78€10,00€
6 TB SATA Enterprise HDD 21,66€10,00€
12 TB SATA Enterprise HDD 28,56€10,00€

If you want to install one or more additional hard disks, contact Support. We will then check what is possible for your server.

Can I change the billing address?

Yes, you can change or determine the address on your invoices. If your current address or company name is incorrect, please first change your address in the web interface.

You can also directly specify a VAT ID there. This will be displayed on all subsequent invoices, along with the company name.

Adjust existing invoice

To change the address (including company name and VAT ID) on existing invoices, you need to briefly contact customer support. The address on existing invoices is not automatically changed if you modify it in the web interface due to legal regulations. An employee in the accounting department will take care of that for you.

Please note that we only update the address on top-up invoices. All other invoices have been paid with credit and are not suitable for your own accounting.

How do I enable 2FA?

To protect your account, you can enable 2-way authentication (2FA) for login in the web interface.

You need a 2FA app, for example Google Authenticator. We support the OTP standard.

First, log in to the web interface.

In the web interface, click on the 3 dots in the upper right corner to open the menu. Then select “Enable 2FA” (2FA aktivieren).

You will be redirected to a page with a QR code on it. You scan it with your favorite app for 2FA codes.

2FA QR Code

Now enter the first code that is displayed to you. After the verification your account is protected by 2FA and you will be asked for your current code every time you log in to the web interface.

I have lost my phone or cannot access my codes

If you lost your 2FA information, for example, if you lost your cell phone, you don’t have to panic. We can disable your protected access.

Please send us an e-mail to management@prepaid-hoster.de. The email must come from the mailbox of your customer account. Please note that we need to verify the account ownership for your own security. If possible, send us directly the last invoice number you received by email. After that an employee will remove the 2FA protection.

Request order data processing

As a website hoster, you may process personal data on behalf of your customers, for example when you host their websites or databases. In this case, it may be necessary for us to enter into a contract for commissioned data processing (ADV) with you.

An ADV is required when a service provider processes personal data on behalf of another company. In order to conclude an ADV, both the client and the processor must ensure that technical and organizational measures are taken to guarantee the security of the data.

Please contact us in support with further details. We will then check whether an ADV is necessary and send you a signed form.

Please note that we need your complete data for this. This is a prerequisite for the contract.

Change game server port

If you change the SSH port of your server, the game server manager can no longer access your server. Because it does not know the new port. Our gameserver manager uses your root access with an SSH key to manage the server and execute scripts (e.g. start/stop).

So you have to adjust the port. This is not that difficult. Just go to the game server overview of your vServer.

Gameserver Manager Overview

Then click on the settings icon in the tile of each game server where you want to change the SSH port.

Change port

Then change the SSH port to the SSH port you set. Save.

Changed SSH game server port

Now your SSH port is changed and you can continue managing your server!