Vultr Glossary

Vultr Glossary

A comprehensive reference guide that defines key terms and technical concepts used throughout the Vultr platform.


The Vultr Glossary helps you understand all the cloud services and tools that Vultr offers. It explains each part of Vultr’s platform in simple terms, from setting up servers to managing storage and security. You’ll find detailed information about pricing, features, and technical support, along with helpful links to learn more. This guide is designed to be your main reference for anything you need to know about using Vultr’s cloud services.

Billing & Pricing

This section covers billing cycles, cost estimation, usage tracking, and promotional programs designed to help users optimize their cloud spending and maintain budget control. Learn More About Account Billing

  • Hourly Billing: A flexible billing model where users are charged by the hour for resource usage. Billing begins when a resource is created and ends when it’s destroyed.
  • Monthly Billing: A billing option that provides a predictable monthly rate for consistent resource usage. While resources are still metered hourly, the monthly billing option can offer better rates for stable, long-term deployments compared to pure hourly billing.
  • Promotional Credits: Special credits offered to new users or during promotional periods that can be applied to any Vultr service. These credits typically have an expiration date and specific terms of use. They can be used to test services or offset initial infrastructure costs. View Promotional Credits Codes.

Cloud Orchestration

Tools and services for automating and managing cloud resources at scale. This includes container orchestration, Kubernetes management, automated deployment configurations, and multi-cloud management capabilities that help users efficiently deploy and manage their applications across the cloud infrastructure.

  • Auto-Scaling: Auto-scaling is a feature that automatically adjusts the number of resources (like virtual machines or containers) based on the current demand. If more computing power is needed, it adds resources. If there’s less demand, it removes them. This helps ensure your application is always running efficiently without wasting resources.
  • Cloud-Init Support: Cloud-init is a tool that allows you to automatically configure and customize cloud servers when they are first launched. It helps set up things like installing software, updating configurations, or even running scripts to automate setup without manual intervention. Deploy a Vultr Server with Cloud-Init User-Data
  • Custom Metadata: Custom metadata is additional information you can attach to your cloud resources (like virtual machines or storage). This data can be used to store configuration details, settings, or tags that are specific to your application and environment. It helps you manage and automate tasks more easily.
  • Marketplace Applications: Vultr has its own marketplace where you can find ready-to-use applications or services that are pre-configured for easy deployment. These can include everything from web servers to databases. Instead of setting up everything from scratch, you can quickly deploy these solutions with minimal effort. Explore Vultr Marketplace Applications
  • Multi-Cloud Management: Multi-cloud management refers to the ability to manage and coordinate resources across multiple cloud providers from a single interface. It helps businesses avoid relying on just one provider and provides greater flexibility and redundancy.
  • Startup Scripts: Startup scripts are scripts that automatically run when a cloud server or resource starts up. They can be used to configure the server, install software, or perform tasks needed right when the server is launched, ensuring your system is ready without having to do manual setup. Learn More About Startup Scripts
  • Vultr Container Registry: Vultr Container Registry is a service that lets you store, manage, and distribute Docker container images. Docker containers are a way to package applications and their dependencies. This registry allows you to store these images in the cloud and easily deploy them across your cloud infrastructure. Explore Vultr Container Registry
  • Vultr Kubernetes Engine (VKE): VKE is a managed service that helps you deploy and manage applications using Kubernetes, which is a popular system for automating the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. VKE handles much of the complex setup and operation for you, making it easier to use Kubernetes in the cloud. Explore Vultr Kubernetes Engine

Compliance & Governance

Features and certifications that ensure Vultr’s infrastructure meets various regulatory requirements and security standards. This section covers data protection regulations, audit capabilities, and compliance frameworks that help organizations maintain their regulatory obligations while using cloud services. Vultr Security and Compliance

Vultr Glossary A comprehensive reference guide that defines key terms and technical concepts used throughout the Vultr platform. The Vultr Glossary helps you understand all the cloud services and tools that Vultr offers. It explains each part of Vultr’s platform in simple terms, from setting up servers to managing storage…

Vultr Glossary A comprehensive reference guide that defines key terms and technical concepts used throughout the Vultr platform. The Vultr Glossary helps you understand all the cloud services and tools that Vultr offers. It explains each part of Vultr’s platform in simple terms, from setting up servers to managing storage…

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