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Blogs
- Cloudscapes
Who controls your cloud? A conversation with Telia’s Chief Architect
In Cloudscapes episode 2, Telia’s Chief Architect discusses cloud sovereignty, multi-cloud strategies and how enterprises can maintain control of their cloud.
- Product Updates
- Announcements
- Kubernetes
Container Registry Open Beta is Now Available
Container Registry Open Beta is Now Available You can now store your container images and run your Kubernetes applications entirely on UpCloud. The missing piece […]
- UpCloud Insights
- Cloudscapes
- Vision and culture
Cloudscapes is back for season two
Cloudscapes returns with conversations about how cloud services are built, chosen and used. This season, William Barlow and Jannika Jokinen will be speaking with guests […]
- Product Updates
- Announcements
- Kubernetes
Container Registry Open Beta is Now Available
Container Registry Open Beta is Now Available You can now store your container images and run your Kubernetes applications entirely on UpCloud. The missing piece […]
- Announcements
- Security & Compliance
PwnEscape Linux kernel vulnerability: UpCloud’s response
PwnEscape Linux kernel vulnerability: UpCloud’s response Last updated: 7:32 AM UTC, October 23, 2026 UpCloud fully mitigated this vulnerability on October 21, 2026. About the […]
- Announcements
- People
- Vision and culture
Meet Our New Public API Docs
UpCloud's new Public API documentation is now live! Empowering developers with clearer and more reliable documentation than ever.
- Architecture & Engineering
- DevOps & Automation
When Do You Need a Kubernetes Operator? A Practical Guide
Discover when a Kubernetes Operator is essential for effective container orchestration and streamlined application management.
- Architecture & Engineering
- Industry Insights
Modern Software Architecture Patterns (2026): What Actually Scales in Production
Evaluating the most effective modern software architecture patterns designed for real-world scalability and production challenges.
- Artificial Intelligence
- Architecture & Engineering
Deploying AI Workloads on GPUs: A Practical Guide for Developers
Discover how to efficiently run AI models on GPUs with practical insights and best practices for developers.
- Announcements
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cloud Infrastructure
UpCloud, Siili Solutions, and ConfidentialMind Partner to Deliver Sovereign AI for Europe
A production-ready sovereign AI stack for public sector, defense, regulated industries, and critical infrastructure European organizations are under growing pressure to modernize with AI while […]
- Artificial Intelligence
- Architecture & Engineering
Deploying AI Workloads on GPUs: A Practical Guide for Developers
Discover how to efficiently run AI models on GPUs with practical insights and best practices for developers.
- Product Updates
- Announcements
- Cloud Infrastructure
Flexible Scaling, Affordable HA, and Zero Hidden Fees – Our Updated Managed Database Plans
If you run databases in the cloud, you know the trade-offs. Hyperscalers offer extreme technical flexibility, to the point that there are no guardrails and […]
- Data & Databases
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Data Security
What Are Managed Databases, and When to Use Them
Discover what Managed Databases are and when to utilise them for optimal application performance and reliability.
- Data Sovereignty
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Cost Optimization
Why Data Transfer Fees Are the Biggest Risk to Your Server Bills
Outbound data transfer fees or “egress” are often overlooked hidden variable representing the cost of moving data from a cloud provider to the public internet.
- Cloudscapes
Who controls your cloud? A conversation with Telia’s Chief Architect
In Cloudscapes episode 2, Telia’s Chief Architect discusses cloud sovereignty, multi-cloud strategies and how enterprises can maintain control of their cloud.
- UpCloud Insights
- Cloudscapes
- Vision and culture
Cloudscapes is back for season two
Cloudscapes returns with conversations about how cloud services are built, chosen and used. This season, William Barlow and Jannika Jokinen will be speaking with guests […]
- Industry analyses
- Cloudscapes
- UpCloud Insights
From Hidden Champion to European Cloud Leader: Insights from UpCloud’s CEO
The European cloud industry is at a turning point. Rising geopolitical tensions, stricter regulations like GDPR and the AI Act, and growing awareness of vendor […]
- UpCloud Insights
- Community and events
- Data Sovereignty
UpCloud Connect Copenhagen Recap: Building Resilient and Sovereign Cloud Strategies
Highlights from UpCloud Connect Copenhagen on digital sovereignty, European cloud resilience, and how Danish businesses can stay secure and compliant.
- UpCloud Insights
- Community and events
- Data Sovereignty
Navigating the New Sovereignty Landscape: Highlights from UpCloud & Solita’s Business Breakfast
On January 22nd, UpCloud hosted a breakfast event together with our strategic partner Solita, bringing together business leaders across industries. The event focused on a […]
- Data Sovereignty
- Community and events
UpCloud Connect Stockholm: Powering Sovereignty and Innovation
On September 18th, we held another edition of UpCloud Connect in Stockholm, our event series dedicated to shaping Europe’s cloud future. Together with our strategic […]
- Comparisons
- Cost Optimization
- GPUs
Which GPU Model Should You Choose and Why?
Choosing the right GPU for the workload has become a critical decision when building AI applications and workflows. It is a balance between the unit’s […]
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Comparisons
- GPUs
When Your Team Should Consider GPU over CPU
Explore why GPUs are used in AI workloads, their pros and cons, and when to consider GPU for the core infrastructure of your applications.
- Comparisons
- Long reads
PostgreSQL vs MongoDB: Relational vs Document Database Architectures
Explore the evolution of PostgreSQL and MongoDB in the realms of relational and document database architectures for modern applications.
- Data Sovereignty
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Cost Optimization
Why Data Transfer Fees Are the Biggest Risk to Your Server Bills
Outbound data transfer fees or “egress” are often overlooked hidden variable representing the cost of moving data from a cloud provider to the public internet.
- Comparisons
- Cost Optimization
- GPUs
Which GPU Model Should You Choose and Why?
Choosing the right GPU for the workload has become a critical decision when building AI applications and workflows. It is a balance between the unit’s […]
- Cost Optimization
- UpCloud Insights
Cloud migrations without the migraines
Migrating your cloud infrastructure can feel almost impossible. With our guide on cloud migrations, you can avoid downtime and data loss effortlessly.
- Data & Databases
- Data Sovereignty
- UpCloud Insights
What You Get When You Choose UpCloud’s Managed Databases
We offer managed databases, which shift most of the maintenance burden from the developer’s shoulders to our dedicated and experienced team.
- Data & Databases
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Data Security
What Are Managed Databases, and When to Use Them
Discover what Managed Databases are and when to utilise them for optimal application performance and reliability.
- Data & Databases
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Data Security
What Are Managed Databases, and When to Use Them
Discover what Managed Databases are and when to utilise them for optimal application performance and reliability.
- Announcements
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Data Security
UpCloud responds to the “Copy Fail” and “Dirty Frag” Local Root Vulnerability exploits
A new and easily exploitable "Copy Fail" local root vulnerability was identified on April 29, 2026, impacting all Linux deployments. Due to its simplicity compared to typical Local Root Exploits (LREs), systems with untrusted local users are at the highest risk.
- Announcements
- Data Security
- Data Sovereignty
UpCloud Joins the Digital Defence Ecosystem to Advance Europe’s Sovereign Digital Capabilities
At UpCloud, we believe that Europe’s security and resilience depend on strong, sovereign digital infrastructure. Today, we are proud to announce that UpCloud has joined […]
- Data Sovereignty
- Security & Compliance
Unplugging Cables Doesn’t Create Data Sovereignty. The Reality Behind AWS’s Latest Announcement
What AWS’s disconnection test actually proves On 24 October, AWS plans to disconnect its European Sovereign Cloud from its global network backbone for several hours. […]
- Data & Databases
- Data Sovereignty
- UpCloud Insights
What You Get When You Choose UpCloud’s Managed Databases
We offer managed databases, which shift most of the maintenance burden from the developer’s shoulders to our dedicated and experienced team.
- Data Sovereignty
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Cost Optimization
Why Data Transfer Fees Are the Biggest Risk to Your Server Bills
Outbound data transfer fees or “egress” are often overlooked hidden variable representing the cost of moving data from a cloud provider to the public internet.
- DevOps & Automation
- Security & Compliance
Using Trivy to Secure Your UpCloud Workloads: A DevSecOps Guide for Modern Infrastructure
Enhance your Kubernetes security with Trivy for improved automation and architectural visibility in modern infrastructure.
- Architecture & Engineering
- DevOps & Automation
When Do You Need a Kubernetes Operator? A Practical Guide
Discover when a Kubernetes Operator is essential for effective container orchestration and streamlined application management.
- Comparisons
- Cost Optimization
- GPUs
Which GPU Model Should You Choose and Why?
Choosing the right GPU for the workload has become a critical decision when building AI applications and workflows. It is a balance between the unit’s […]
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Comparisons
- GPUs
When Your Team Should Consider GPU over CPU
Explore why GPUs are used in AI workloads, their pros and cons, and when to consider GPU for the core infrastructure of your applications.
- Long reads
- GPUs
Beyond PyTorch vs. TensorFlow 2026
Frontends · Compilers · Serving: The modern AI stack is layered. You build and train in a frontend, you optimize execution with a compiler, and […]
- Guest stories
- Long reads
- Open Source
Shoehorn – Intelligent Developer Platform
Shoehorn transforms internal developer portals, streamlining workflows and addressing frustrations in software development.
- Guest stories
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Data Sovereignty
From Zero to 56 Resources: Deploying Cratis Studio on UpCloud
Learn about deploying Cratis Studio on UpCloud, focusing on data sovereignty and best practices for optimal performance from personal experience.
- UpCloud Insights
- Cloudscapes
- Guest stories
How Quriiri Scales Trust and Reliability on UpCloud Infrastructure
Discover how Quriiri scales trust and reliability on UpCloud infrastructure, learn from Thomas Wahlberg in this weeks episode of Cloudscapes. Read more!
- Data Sovereignty
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Industry analyses
The 8 layers of European digital sovereignty explained
Learn about the essential layers of digital sovereignty shaping Europe’s tech landscape and driving market engagement.
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Industry analyses
- Kubernetes
Edge Kubernetes and the Best Managed K8s Providers
Discover the advantages of Edge Kubernetes and explore the best managed K8s providers for optimal performance and reliability.
- Industry analyses
- Cloudscapes
- UpCloud Insights
From Hidden Champion to European Cloud Leader: Insights from UpCloud’s CEO
The European cloud industry is at a turning point. Rising geopolitical tensions, stricter regulations like GDPR and the AI Act, and growing awareness of vendor […]
- Architecture & Engineering
- Industry Insights
Modern Software Architecture Patterns (2026): What Actually Scales in Production
Evaluating the most effective modern software architecture patterns designed for real-world scalability and production challenges.
- Product Updates
- Announcements
- Kubernetes
Container Registry Open Beta is Now Available
Container Registry Open Beta is Now Available You can now store your container images and run your Kubernetes applications entirely on UpCloud. The missing piece […]
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Industry analyses
- Kubernetes
Edge Kubernetes and the Best Managed K8s Providers
Discover the advantages of Edge Kubernetes and explore the best managed K8s providers for optimal performance and reliability.
- Kubernetes
- Cloud Infrastructure
Understanding Distributed Tracing and Why Jaeger Matters
Modern applications rarely live in one place anymore. A single user request can touch dozens of microservices before completion. Logs and metrics help—but they can’t […]
- Long reads
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Open Source
Bring AI Search to Your PostgreSQL Database with pgvector Extension
Discover how to integrate pgvector for AI search in PostgreSQL databases, transforming your applications with advanced vector processing.
- Guest stories
- Long reads
- Open Source
Shoehorn – Intelligent Developer Platform
Shoehorn transforms internal developer portals, streamlining workflows and addressing frustrations in software development.
- Comparisons
- Long reads
PostgreSQL vs MongoDB: Relational vs Document Database Architectures
Explore the evolution of PostgreSQL and MongoDB in the realms of relational and document database architectures for modern applications.
- Long reads
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Open Source
Bring AI Search to Your PostgreSQL Database with pgvector Extension
Discover how to integrate pgvector for AI search in PostgreSQL databases, transforming your applications with advanced vector processing.
- Guest stories
- Long reads
- Open Source
Shoehorn – Intelligent Developer Platform
Shoehorn transforms internal developer portals, streamlining workflows and addressing frustrations in software development.
- Open Source
- Cloudscapes
- Data Sovereignty
- Guest stories
Open source, data sovereignty and the future of collaboration with mosa.cloud
Explore the future of collaboration with mosa.cloud, an open-source platform prioritizing data sovereignty and user control. Learn how this European innovator is challenging hyperscalers, combating feature fatigue, and championing true data ownership for SMBs.
- Announcements
- People
- Vision and culture
Meet Our New Public API Docs
UpCloud's new Public API documentation is now live! Empowering developers with clearer and more reliable documentation than ever.
- Announcements
- People
- Vision and culture
UpCloud Appoints Claudio Camacho as Chief Marketing Officer to Accelerate Global Growth
UpCloud has appointed Claudio M. Camacho as Chief Marketing Officer. He will lead the company’s global marketing and brand strategy as UpCloud strengthens its position […]
- Announcements
- People
- Vision and culture
UpCloud Appoints Founder Joel Pihlajamaa as Chief Executive Officer
UpCloud Appoints Founder Joel Pihlajamaa as Chief Executive Officer Today, we’re announcing that Founder Joel Pihlajamaa has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of UpCloud. Joel […]
- PR
UpCloud drops Sydney Cloud Server pricing by 33% to support even stronger growth in Australia
[Helsinki, 9.12.2021] UpCloud, the European leader in high-performance cloud hosting, announces new prices in its Sydney data centre, AU-SYD1. UpCloud opened its first data centre […]
- PR
UpCloud appoints Steve Midgley as Chair of the Board
[Helsinki, 18.11.2021] UpCloud, the European leader in high-performance cloud infrastructure services, announces their new Chair of the Board, Steve Midgley. UpCloud’s new Board Chair, Steve […]
- PR
UpCloud’s new Head of Sales Erik Rehn will lead the sales transformation towards the SMBs user segment
[Helsinki, Finland, 30.6.2021] UpCloud, a European cloud service provider for small and medium-sized companies, has just announced the appointment of Erik Rehn as its new Head […]
- Product Updates
- Announcements
- Kubernetes
Container Registry Open Beta is Now Available
Container Registry Open Beta is Now Available You can now store your container images and run your Kubernetes applications entirely on UpCloud. The missing piece […]
- Product Updates
- Announcements
- Cloud Infrastructure
Flexible Scaling, Affordable HA, and Zero Hidden Fees – Our Updated Managed Database Plans
If you run databases in the cloud, you know the trade-offs. Hyperscalers offer extreme technical flexibility, to the point that there are no guardrails and […]
- Announcements
- Data Sovereignty
- Product Updates
Introducing Starter and Premium Plans
At UpCloud, our ambition is clear. We aim to build the European cloud provider of choice for businesses that value performance, control, and European operations. […]
- Announcements
- Data Sovereignty
- Public Sector
City of Helsinki Builds Core Public Service System on UpCloud with Kodan and Kanto Company
The City of Helsinki is moving forward with a new core information system for public services, built in collaboration with Kodan and Kanto Company and […]
- Data Sovereignty
- Security & Compliance
Unplugging Cables Doesn’t Create Data Sovereignty. The Reality Behind AWS’s Latest Announcement
What AWS’s disconnection test actually proves On 24 October, AWS plans to disconnect its European Sovereign Cloud from its global network backbone for several hours. […]
- Announcements
- Security & Compliance
PwnEscape Linux kernel vulnerability: UpCloud’s response
PwnEscape Linux kernel vulnerability: UpCloud’s response Last updated: 7:32 AM UTC, October 23, 2026 UpCloud fully mitigated this vulnerability on October 21, 2026. About the […]
- DevOps & Automation
- Security & Compliance
Using Trivy to Secure Your UpCloud Workloads: A DevSecOps Guide for Modern Infrastructure
Enhance your Kubernetes security with Trivy for improved automation and architectural visibility in modern infrastructure.
- UpCloud Insights
- Cloudscapes
- Vision and culture
Cloudscapes is back for season two
Cloudscapes returns with conversations about how cloud services are built, chosen and used. This season, William Barlow and Jannika Jokinen will be speaking with guests […]
- Data & Databases
- Data Sovereignty
- UpCloud Insights
What You Get When You Choose UpCloud’s Managed Databases
We offer managed databases, which shift most of the maintenance burden from the developer’s shoulders to our dedicated and experienced team.
- UpCloud Insights
- Community and events
- Data Sovereignty
UpCloud Connect Copenhagen Recap: Building Resilient and Sovereign Cloud Strategies
Highlights from UpCloud Connect Copenhagen on digital sovereignty, European cloud resilience, and how Danish businesses can stay secure and compliant.
- UpCloud Insights
- Cloudscapes
- Vision and culture
Cloudscapes is back for season two
Cloudscapes returns with conversations about how cloud services are built, chosen and used. This season, William Barlow and Jannika Jokinen will be speaking with guests […]
- Announcements
- People
- Vision and culture
Meet Our New Public API Docs
UpCloud's new Public API documentation is now live! Empowering developers with clearer and more reliable documentation than ever.
- Announcements
- People
- Vision and culture
UpCloud Appoints Claudio Camacho as Chief Marketing Officer to Accelerate Global Growth
UpCloud has appointed Claudio M. Camacho as Chief Marketing Officer. He will lead the company’s global marketing and brand strategy as UpCloud strengthens its position […]
Guides and articles on cloud services and software
Tutorials
- Automation
- Databases
- Managed services
- Object Storage
- Storage
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 2
Continue building infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 2. Use reusable modules to deploy PostgreSQL, Valkey, object storage, and network peering.
- Automation
- Load balancing
- Networking
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 1
Learn to build cloud infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 1. Set up private networking, a NAT gateway, application servers, and a load balancer.
- Backups
- Object Storage
- Storage
Offsite Server Backups with Restic and S3-Compatible Object Storage
Learn how to back up Linux servers with Restic and UpCloud S3-compatible Object Storage. Automate encrypted offsite backups and restore with zero egress fees.
- Account
VAT and GST for international businesses
VAT/GST registered businesses should enter their VAT or GST Registration Number in their UpCloud billing details for the correct tax rate
- Account
- UpCloud services
GST for Singapore businesses
Goods and Services Tax, or GST, is a value-added tax in Singapore. It is levied on import of goods, as well as nearly all supplies of goods and services.
- Account
- UpCloud services
VAT for EU businesses
We can help your EU based business simplify taxation by discounting VAT from your payments. This article explains how VAT works and what you need to do to deduct VAT.
- AI
- Security
Start Running LLMs Locally with Ollama
Large Language Models (LLMs) are no longer limited to cloud and SaaS services (such as Anthropic or OpenAI). With tools like Ollama, we can run […]
- AI
- Docker
Run LLM Locally Using UpCloud’s GPU Server and Docker Model Runner
Discover how to deploy LLMs locally using UpCloud’s GPU server and Docker Model Runner for enhanced performance and control.
- AI
- Databases
Installing pgvector on UpCloud Managed PostgreSQL
Learn how to install pgvector, enabling AI applications in your PostgreSQL database on UpCloud efficiently.
- API
- UpCloud services
How to enable Anti-affinity using Server Groups with the UpCloud API
High availability is practically the bare minimum for modern web services and there’s no better way to increase availability than through redundancy. Creating additional Cloud […]
- API
- Databases
- Managed services
How to enable PostgreSQL connection pool using UpCloud API
PostgreSQL connection pool allows you to serve a large number of client connections to Managed Databases while reducing resource usage.
- API
- Networking
- UpCloud services
How to connect private networks using SDN Router API
Configuring SDN Router via the API makes it easy to connect any number of SDN Private Networks to allow your cloud servers to communicate between networks.
- Automation
- Databases
- Managed services
- Object Storage
- Storage
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 2
Continue building infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 2. Use reusable modules to deploy PostgreSQL, Valkey, object storage, and network peering.
- Automation
- Load balancing
- Networking
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 1
Learn to build cloud infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 1. Set up private networking, a NAT gateway, application servers, and a load balancer.
- AI
- Automation
- Integrations
Getting Started with Openclaw on Ubuntu Cloud Server
OpenClaw took the world by storm at the beginning of 2026. Everyone talks about it, many engineers use it, but what is it? And how […]
- Backups
- Object Storage
- Storage
Offsite Server Backups with Restic and S3-Compatible Object Storage
Learn how to back up Linux servers with Restic and UpCloud S3-compatible Object Storage. Automate encrypted offsite backups and restore with zero egress fees.
- Backups
- UpCloud services
How to set up free backups for Cloud Servers
Backing up your Cloud Servers is crucial for data protection and business continuity. Regular backups ensure your data is safe and can be restored in […]
- Backups
- Terraform
How to manage Simple Backups using Terraform
Terraform offers a great way to build cloud infrastructure with everything including Cloud Servers and of course Simple Backups.
- Automation
- Databases
- Managed services
- Object Storage
- Storage
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 2
Continue building infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 2. Use reusable modules to deploy PostgreSQL, Valkey, object storage, and network peering.
- AI
- Databases
Installing pgvector on UpCloud Managed PostgreSQL
Learn how to install pgvector, enabling AI applications in your PostgreSQL database on UpCloud efficiently.
- Databases
- Kubernetes
- Object Storage
Deploying an Open-Source Data Platform on UpCloud
Managing data at scale is now baseline. Teams must reliably ingest, store, transform, process, and serve data across many sources and consumers. A modern data […]
- AI
- Docker
Run LLM Locally Using UpCloud’s GPU Server and Docker Model Runner
Discover how to deploy LLMs locally using UpCloud’s GPU server and Docker Model Runner for enhanced performance and control.
- Docker
- Integrations
Docker Offload – Using the power of the cloud to develop locally
Discover how Docker Offload enhances local development using GPU enabled cloud servers for efficient testing and deployment solutions.
- Docker
Running Containers with Docker on UpCloud: A Complete Guide
Introduction Containerization technology has revolutionized the way we build, distribute, and run software. It provides a lot of advantages including less resource overhead, portability, and […]
- Integrations
- Load balancing
Part 4: RabbitMQ Monitoring, Scaling, and Operations on UpCloud
RabbitMQ monitoring and operations on UpCloud with load balancing, scaling guidance, Prometheus metrics, failure recovery, backups, and rolling upgrades.
- Integrations
- Networking
Part 3: RabbitMQ Cluster Setup for High Availability on UpCloud
Follow a RabbitMQ cluster setup on UpCloud with three nodes, quorum queues, replication policies, partition handling, and failure testing.
- Integrations
- Networking
Part 2: Setting Up a Production-Ready RabbitMQ Node on UpCloud
Set up a production-ready RabbitMQ node on UpCloud with Ubuntu, dedicated storage, secure access, durability settings, and verification.
- Integrations
- Kubernetes
Deploying an Edge-Ready Kubernetes Cluster Using UpCloud Kubernetes Service (UKS) and CLI
Learn how to deploy an edge-ready Kubernetes cluster using UpCloud's Kubernetes Service and CLI for latency-sensitive workloads.
- Databases
- Kubernetes
- Object Storage
Deploying an Open-Source Data Platform on UpCloud
Managing data at scale is now baseline. Teams must reliably ingest, store, transform, process, and serve data across many sources and consumers. A modern data […]
- Integrations
- Kubernetes
- Monitoring
Deploying Jaeger on UpCloud Managed Kubernetes with OpenTelemetry!
If you’ve already explored our earlier guide, Understanding Distributed Tracing and Why Jaeger Matters, you know how tracing helps connect the dots between microservices, latency, and performance […]
- Automation
- Load balancing
- Networking
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 1
Learn to build cloud infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 1. Set up private networking, a NAT gateway, application servers, and a load balancer.
- Integrations
- Load balancing
Part 4: RabbitMQ Monitoring, Scaling, and Operations on UpCloud
RabbitMQ monitoring and operations on UpCloud with load balancing, scaling guidance, Prometheus metrics, failure recovery, backups, and rolling upgrades.
- Integrations
- Load balancing
- Networking
Part 1: Designing a Highly Available RabbitMQ Architecture on UpCloud
Design a high-availability RabbitMQ cluster on UpCloud with three nodes, quorum queues, private networking, load balancing, and dedicated storage.
- Automation
- Databases
- Managed services
- Object Storage
- Storage
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 2
Continue building infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 2. Use reusable modules to deploy PostgreSQL, Valkey, object storage, and network peering.
- Databases
- Managed services
- UpCloud services
How to connect Managed Databases to SDN Private Networks
Reliable and secure connectivity is an absolute necessity for databases. With UpCloud Managed Databases, you have the option to connect to your database using your […]
- Kubernetes
- Managed services
- Terraform
How to deploy Managed Kubernetes cluster using Terraform
Managed Kubernetes easily automates the deployment, scaling, and management of container workloads but takes a couple of steps to deploy by itself. So, what better […]
- Integrations
- Kubernetes
- Monitoring
Deploying Jaeger on UpCloud Managed Kubernetes with OpenTelemetry!
If you’ve already explored our earlier guide, Understanding Distributed Tracing and Why Jaeger Matters, you know how tracing helps connect the dots between microservices, latency, and performance […]
- Kubernetes
- Monitoring
- Object Storage
Extending OpenTelemetry on UpCloud with Thanos for Scalable Metrics Storage
In our earlier guide, What is OpenTelemetry? Understanding the Standard for Cloud-Native Observability, we explained how OpenTelemetry standardizes the collection of metrics, traces, and logs […]
- Integrations
- Kubernetes
- Monitoring
How to Deploy OpenTelemetry on UpCloud Managed Kubernetes
OpenTelemetry gives you a unified, open-source framework for collecting metrics, traces, and logs across your cloud-native infrastructure. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to deploy […]
- Automation
- Load balancing
- Networking
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 1
Learn to build cloud infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 1. Set up private networking, a NAT gateway, application servers, and a load balancer.
- Integrations
- Networking
Part 3: RabbitMQ Cluster Setup for High Availability on UpCloud
Follow a RabbitMQ cluster setup on UpCloud with three nodes, quorum queues, replication policies, partition handling, and failure testing.
- Integrations
- Networking
Part 2: Setting Up a Production-Ready RabbitMQ Node on UpCloud
Set up a production-ready RabbitMQ node on UpCloud with Ubuntu, dedicated storage, secure access, durability settings, and verification.
- Automation
- Databases
- Managed services
- Object Storage
- Storage
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 2
Continue building infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 2. Use reusable modules to deploy PostgreSQL, Valkey, object storage, and network peering.
- Backups
- Object Storage
- Storage
Offsite Server Backups with Restic and S3-Compatible Object Storage
Learn how to back up Linux servers with Restic and UpCloud S3-compatible Object Storage. Automate encrypted offsite backups and restore with zero egress fees.
- AI
- Integrations
- Object Storage
Building a Self-Hosted RAG System with Open-Source Tools
Discover how to create a self-hosted RAG system using open-source tools for reliable, up-to-date access to private data.
- Networking
- Quick start
DNS servers and firewall settings
In this guide, we'll explain the DNS settings and how these affect your cloud servers.
- Quick start
- UpCloud services
Initialization Scripts
With Initialization scripts, you can automate the tasks you would otherwise perform again and again when booting up a new host.
- Quick start
- Storage
- UpCloud services
How to import VMware images
Upload your existing VMware server image and migrate seamlessly to the cloud. Here's how to get your VMware server running on UpCloud.
- AI
- Security
Start Running LLMs Locally with Ollama
Large Language Models (LLMs) are no longer limited to cloud and SaaS services (such as Anthropic or OpenAI). With tools like Ollama, we can run […]
- Security
Setting Up a Secure Ruby on Rails Environment on UpCloud: Best Practices
Ruby on Rails (RoR) is a robust, open-source web development framework designed to help developers build applications efficiently. Written in the Ruby programming language, this […]
- Security
How to regain access to a server that was deployed using SSH keys
When deploying a Linux Cloud Server using SSH keys as the login method, the root user account is created without a password. This method greatly […]
- Automation
- Databases
- Managed services
- Object Storage
- Storage
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 2
Continue building infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 2. Use reusable modules to deploy PostgreSQL, Valkey, object storage, and network peering.
- Backups
- Object Storage
- Storage
Offsite Server Backups with Restic and S3-Compatible Object Storage
Learn how to back up Linux servers with Restic and UpCloud S3-compatible Object Storage. Automate encrypted offsite backups and restore with zero egress fees.
- Storage
How to safely decrease storage size on CentOS 7 Cloud Servers
Decreasing the storage size involves creating a new device with the desired size, transferring all data from the old drive to the new one, and […]
- Automation
- Databases
- Managed services
- Object Storage
- Storage
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 2
Continue building infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 2. Use reusable modules to deploy PostgreSQL, Valkey, object storage, and network peering.
- Automation
- Load balancing
- Networking
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 1
Learn to build cloud infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 1. Set up private networking, a NAT gateway, application servers, and a load balancer.
- Integrations
- Object Storage
- Terraform
OpenTofu on UpCloud, Hands-on Tutorial
Use this tutorial if you’re ready to build. You’ll provision an UpCloud VM with the OpenTofu UpCloud provider, configure remote state on an S3-compatible bucket […]
- Security
- Troubleshooting
How to scan Debian server for malware
Scan your Debian server for malware. This tutorial guides you through using essential tools like ClamAV, Rkhunter, and Chkrootkit to detect and remove threats.
- Security
- Troubleshooting
How to scan Ubuntu server for malware
This guide goes over a couple of scanning software you can utilise for checking your system for malware.
- Security
- Troubleshooting
How to scan CentOS server for malware
Scan your CentOS server for malware. This tutorial guides you through using essential tools like ClamAV and Rkhunter to detect and remove threats.
- Automation
- Databases
- Managed services
- Object Storage
- Storage
- Terraform
How to Build Full-Stack Infrastructure as Code with OpenTofu – Part 2
Continue building infrastructure with OpenTofu on UpCloud in Part 2. Use reusable modules to deploy PostgreSQL, Valkey, object storage, and network peering.
- AI
- UpCloud services
Running LLMs on UpCloud GPUs with Ollama
This tutorial will guide you through setting up Ollama and running the Mistral-7b model on your UpCloud GPU instance. We’ll focus on a straightforward approach […]
- Networking
- UpCloud services
How to connect UpCloud to AWS using VPN Gateway
The VPN Gateway allows you to connect to external networks securely through a VPN endpoint. It operates with our SDN Router, which can connect with one or […]
- Integrations
- Web hosting
Step-by-Step Guide to Deploying the LEMP Stack for High-Performance Web Applications
Introduction LEMP stack is a combination of multiple technologies that work together to create reliable and high-performance dynamic web applications. The word “LEMP” is an […]
- Integrations
- Web hosting
How to Install and Configure Shopware for Your Ecommerce Store on UpCloud
Shopware is a modern, open-source ecommerce platform built for businesses that need scalability, flexibility, and full customization. With its modular architecture, advanced SEO tools, and […]
- Integrations
- Web hosting
Hosting the most popular ASP.NET Core CMS, Orchard Core at UpCloud
It’s no surprise that you can host ASP.NET Core apps at UpCloud, but let’s see a concrete example: how would you host an app using […]
- Networking
- UpCloud services
- Windows
How to configure Floating IP on Windows
Follow the steps in this guide to find out how to get this done on Windows servers.
- Windows
How to finalise your Windows Server deployment
Here is a quick run through on how to finalise your new Windows Server deployment.
- Troubleshooting
- Windows
How to resolve common problems with Windows Remote Desktop
This troubleshooting guide aims to help in ruling out some of the most common causes for poor functionality.
- Web hosting
- WordPress
How to set up multiple WordPress sites with WordOps
Build a blazingly fast WordPress development server with WordOps, a powerful CLI tool that lets you deploy WordPress sites with just one command.
- Integrations
- Web hosting
- WordPress
How to install WordPress with CyberPanel on Ubuntu
Cyberpanel is a free web hosting control panel and a great cPanel alternative that works on top of the OpenLiteSpeed server.
- Integrations
- Web hosting
- WordPress
How to get started with GridPane on UpCloud
Deploy and manage your own enterprise-grade web servers to build your WordPress hosting business with GridPane and UpCloud.
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