Changelog
Changelog is the source for the latest updates on our cloud platform. Stay informed about changes, enhancements, and new features that impact your experience. Explore our summaries to stay ahead and make the most of our platform's capabilities.
2026
GPU model and plan reconfiguration
GPU Server users can stop a server, reconfigure the GPU model or plan, and start it again without reinstalling the server.
SDN Firewall for Private Networks
SDN Firewall is now available, allowing you to secure traffic within your SDN Private Networks using stateful firewall rules.
Spot pricing for GPU Servers
NVIDIA L40S and B200 plans are available at a discount to on-demand pricing, with a 30-second notice before an instance is reclaimed.
Workspaces available in Open Beta
Workspaces Open Beta available. Try our new account structure designed to help you organize your cloud resources more effectively.
File Storage now available in new locations
Scalable network-attached storage for shared data across multiple servers now available from Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Helsinki, New York and Stockholm.
New Developer API Documentation (Beta) now available
Introducing the Beta release of UpCloud's modernized, OpenAPI-powered developer API documentation.
Managed Kubernetes Service achieves CNCF AI Conformance
UpCloud’s Managed Kubernetes Service (UKS) is now officially certified under the CNCF Kubernetes AI Conformance program for version 1.35.
New GPU Servers: NVIDIA L4, H100, and B200
Expanded GPU Server lineup with NVIDIA L4, H100, and B200 plans, including multi-GPU configurations and NVLink support.
MySQL v8.4 LTS now available
MySQL v8.4, the first Long-Term Support release in MySQL's updated release lifecycle, is available on UpCloud's Managed Databases Service.
Kubernetes v1.35 now available
Kubernetes v1.35 is available on UKS, with our CNCF Kubernetes certification renewed and CNCF Certified Kubernetes AI Conformance achieved for the first time.
Starter & Premium servers available
New Starter and Premium Cloud Server plans are now available, making it easier to match cost and performance to your workload.
File Storage over NFS released
Introducing File Storage - scalable network-attached storage for shared data across multiple servers
UpCloud opens a new location in Stavanger, Norway
UpCloud expands in Northern Europe - our new Stavanger (no-svg1) data center zone is live, offering low latency, MaxIOPS storage, and strategic Nordic positioning.
Kubernetes v1.34 now available
Kubernetes v1.34 is available on UKS, introducing new stable, beta and alpha features.
2025
New Datacenter Location: Copenhagen is now live
UpCloud expands in the Nordics - our new Copenhagen (dk-cph1) data center zone is live, offering low latency, MaxIOPS storage, and full EU data residency.
Kubernetes v1.33 now available
Kubernetes v1.33 is available on UKS, bringing new alpha and beta features along with improvements that are now stable.
Zero-downtime storage management
Storages can now be attached, detached, and resized while the Cloud Server is running.
API Tokens Management in Hub
UpCloud introduces API tokens for secure authentication. Generate, manage, and revoke tokens easily in the control panel without sharing passwords.
Kubernetes v1.32 now available
Kubernetes v1.32 is available on UKS, with our Kubernetes certification renewed.
GPU Servers are now available
GPU Servers are now available with NVIDIA L40S GPUs from Helsinki
Introducing UpCloud Essentials
UpCloud Essentials program launched providing foundational cloud services with simplified pricing and enhanced support options.
Additional disk space for managed databases
Additional disk space options for Managed Databases launched allowing storage expansion without service interruption or migration.
Kubernetes v1.31 now available
Kubernetes 1.31 support released featuring advanced scheduling capabilities, enhanced security policies, and improved cluster management.
Object Storage file manager
Object Storage file manager introduced providing web-based file management with drag-and-drop uploads and folder organization.
New hardware expands to Frankfurt & Warsaw
AMD EPYC Turin processors deployed in Frankfurt and Warsaw data centers offering improved performance for European workloads.
New hardware with AMD EPYC Turin processors
AMD EPYC Turin processors introduced offering enhanced performance, improved efficiency, and advanced computing capabilities for servers.
Advanced Features for SDN Private Networks
Advanced SDN features launched including enhanced routing, network segmentation, and improved security policies for private networks.
More Cloud Native plans!
Additional Cloud Native plans launched offering flexible resource configurations for modern containerized applications and microservices.
Kubernetes v1.30 now available
Kubernetes v1.30 is available on UpCloud's Managed Kubernetes service for new clusters, with our Kubernetes certification renewed.
2024
Cloud Native plans for Cloud Servers
Cloud Native server plans launched with separated compute and storage for optimal pricing and flexibility in containerized environments.
Object Storage migration tool now available in the Control Panel
Object Storage migration tool launched simplifying data transfers from other providers with automated migration and validation features.
Managed Object Storage now available in all regions
Managed Object Storage launched in USA regions providing S3-compatible storage with local data residency and improved access speeds.
Integrations now available for Managed Databases
System level logs from Managed Databases can now be exported to OpenSearch and Rsyslog destinations through service integrations.
Managed Databases for Valkey™️ launched
Managed Valkey service launched offering high-performance in-memory data store with Redis compatibility and enhanced features.
VPN Gateways released
VPN Gateway generally available providing production-ready site-to-site IPsec connections with integrated NAT functionality.
Kubernetes v1.29 now available
Kubernetes 1.29 support added to Managed Kubernetes with latest security patches, performance improvements, and new cluster features.
New Developer Cloud Server plans available
Developer cloud server plans updated with improved resource allocations, better pricing, and enhanced features for development workloads.
Upgraded Block Storage tiers available
Block storage infrastructure upgraded with improved performance, higher IOPS capabilities, and enhanced reliability for demanding workloads.
2xCPU-2GB plan released
The 2xCPU-2GB General Purpose Cloud Server plan is available today, suited to websites, development environments, databases and much more.
Custom domain support for Object Storage
Custom domain support for Managed Object Storage launched enabling branded URLs and seamless integration with existing applications.
Encryption and flexible plan support for UKS
Kubernetes encryption at rest and flexible node plans introduced enhancing security and customization options for managed clusters.
UpCloud Audit logs released
Audit logging feature introduced providing detailed tracking of account activities, API calls, and security events for compliance.
Developer Cloud Server plans available
Developer cloud server plans enhanced with improved pricing, additional storage options, and better performance for development workloads.
UpCloud Managed Kubernetes v1.27 EOL
Kubernetes 1.27 end-of-life notification with upgrade guidance to supported versions ensuring continued security and feature updates.
VPN Gateways available in beta
VPN Gateway beta launch enabling secure site-to-site IPsec connections for SDN Private Networks with integrated NAT functionality.
CentOS 7 and Debian 10 templates to be removed
CentOS 7 and Debian 10 templates will no longer be offered for new servers from July 1st, 2024, having reached end-of-life.
UpCloud Managed Kubernetes now available in Private Cloud
Managed Kubernetes on Private Cloud launched offering dedicated infrastructure with complete isolation and enhanced security controls.
UpCloud Crossplane Provider released
Crossplane provider released enabling Kubernetes-native infrastructure management with UpCloud resources as cluster objects.
Introducing Zero-cost Egress
Zero-cost egress traffic introduced eliminating data transfer charges for outbound traffic reducing operational costs significantly.
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS template available
The Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat, which was released on the April 25th, is now available for as a new public template for Cloud Server deployments on UpCloud.
Encryption at Rest released
Encryption at rest generally available providing automatic data protection for block storage, databases, and object storage services.
Network Peering
Network peering capability launched allowing direct connections between private networks across different regions and accounts.
Managed Load Balancer Support for Private Clouds
Load Balancer support for Private Cloud launched offering dedicated traffic management with complete infrastructure isolation.
Managed Database Private Cloud connectivity
Enhanced managed database connectivity with Private Cloud integration for dedicated infrastructure and improved security isolation.
Kubernetes v1.28 now available
Kubernetes 1.28 support added to Managed Kubernetes with improved performance, security enhancements, and new cluster features.
SDN private network connectivity now available for Managed Databases
SDN private network support for Managed Databases launched enabling secure database connectivity within isolated network environments.
New Load Balancer metrics
Load Balancer metrics and monitoring introduced providing detailed traffic analytics, performance insights, and health status reporting.
Kubernetes available in all locations
Managed Kubernetes global availability expanded with support for multiple regions providing improved resilience and geographic distribution.
Managed Object Storage Private Cloud connectivity
Private Cloud connectivity for Managed Object Storage launched offering dedicated network access and enhanced security isolation.
2023
Kubernetes v1.27 available
Kubernetes 1.27 support launched with enhanced security features, improved resource management, and updated container runtime capabilities.
Stockholm data centre available
Stockholm data center launched offering Nordic region cloud services with local data sovereignty and reduced latency for Scandinavian users.
Ubuntu 18 template removal
Ubuntu 18.04 template removed following end-of-support with migration paths provided to supported LTS versions for security.
Deploy OpenSearch on UpCloud
Managed OpenSearch generally available offering production-ready search, analytics, and visualization with automated cluster management.
Cluster Autoscaler beta released
Cluster Autoscaler beta released enabling automatic Kubernetes node scaling based on workload demand for cost optimization and performance.
Terms of Service update
Terms of Service updated with enhanced clarity, improved privacy protections, and streamlined compliance requirements for users.
Introducing UpCloud hub dashboard in beta
New Hub dashboard launched with improved user interface, streamlined navigation, and enhanced resource management capabilities.
Kubernetes available in Amsterdam and Chicago
Managed Kubernetes availability expanded to Amsterdam and Chicago regions providing improved geographic distribution and latency.
Credits usage summary is now available
Enhanced usage summary dashboard introduced with detailed resource consumption metrics, cost breakdowns, and billing transparency features.
General Purpose Cloud Servers up to 384 GB and 64 CPU cores now available
New General Purpose server plans introduced with optimized CPU-to-memory ratios and improved performance for balanced workloads.
Server groups and anti-affinity released
Server groups with anti-affinity launched ensuring servers are distributed across different physical hosts for improved fault tolerance.
Private node groups for Kubernetes now available
Private node groups for Managed Kubernetes launched enabling dedicated worker nodes with enhanced security and performance isolation.
Launched Managed Databases for OpenSearch
Managed OpenSearch service launched providing fully managed search and analytics capabilities with Elasticsearch compatibility and visualization.
Launch of UpCloud Managed Kubernetes
Managed Kubernetes generally available with production-ready container orchestration, automated updates, and enterprise-grade security.
Open Beta for UpCloud Managed Kubernetes
Managed Kubernetes open beta launched allowing users to deploy and manage containerized applications with automated cluster operations.
NAT Gateway released
NAT Gateway service launched enabling private servers to access the internet securely while maintaining isolation from inbound traffic.
Transition to Euro (EUR) as Base Currency
Base currency changed to EUR providing consistent European pricing, simplified billing, and improved cost transparency for users.
2022
Managed Redis Database service available
Managed Redis service launched offering high-performance in-memory caching with automated backups, clustering, and scaling capabilities.
New server plans with high CPU and high memory
High CPU and High Memory server plans launched offering optimized configurations for compute-intensive and memory-heavy workloads.
Hot Resizing for Cloud Servers
Hot resizing feature launched allowing live server scaling without downtime for memory and CPU adjustments while maintaining service availability.
Managed Load Balancer now available
Managed Load Balancer service launched offering automatic traffic distribution, SSL termination, and health monitoring for applications.