Ubuntu / Debian / AlmaLinux
Linux VPS in Riyadh
Root access over SSH, for websites, APIs, databases and Docker.
Read the Linux VPS hosting guide for distributions, sizing and security.
Riyadh, GCC
Saudi Arabia VPS in Riyadh
A Saudi Arabia VPS from VPSRely runs in Riyadh, built for Saudi businesses, Vision 2030 digital projects and applications aimed at the Gulf. Choose Linux or Windows, get root or administrator access, and pay one monthly price.
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Plans from $14.99 per monthLinux or Windows?
RiyadhAsia
$14.99per month
Plans
Saudi Arabia VPS plans and prices
Every Saudi Arabia VPS plan has dedicated vCPU and RAM, NVMe storage and one IPv4 address. The monthly price stays the same when you renew.
| Plan | CPU | RAM | Storage | Bandwidth | OS | Per month | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Nano | 1 core | 2 GB | 50 GB NVMe | 1 TB | Linux | $14.99 | Deploy in Riyadh |
Recommended Core | 2 cores | 4 GB | 50 GB NVMe | 1 TB | Linux or Windows | $29.99 | Deploy in Riyadh |
Plus | 4 cores | 8 GB | 50 GB NVMe | 1 TB | Linux or Windows | $54.99 | Deploy in Riyadh |
Turbo | 8 cores | 16 GB | 50 GB NVMe | 1 TB | Linux or Windows | $99.99 | Deploy in Riyadh |
Power | 16 cores | 32 GB | 50 GB NVMe | 1 TB | Linux or Windows | $179.99 | Deploy in Riyadh |
Max | 16 cores | 64 GB | 50 GB NVMe | 1 TB | Linux or Windows | $319.99 | Deploy in Riyadh |
Prices in USD. Every plan runs Linux, and Windows is available from Core up. Every plan includes full root access, KVM virtualisation, 1 dedicated IP and the same price on renewal. Snapshots and backups are not included. The same plans apply in all 47 VPS locations.
What you get
Every Saudi Arabia VPS includes
The same specification applies to every plan in Riyadh. Only the size and the price change.
NVMe storage
Fast disks for databases, builds and page loads.
Dedicated RAM
Memory reserved for your server, from 2 GB to 64 GB.
KVM virtualisation
A full virtual machine, so you can run Docker and your own settings.
Full root access
Root over SSH on Linux, administrator over RDP on Windows.
1 dedicated IP
One IPv4 address that belongs to your server, on a 100 Mbps LAN port.
Same price on renewal
The price you see is the price you renew at.
Why Riyadh
Why host a VPS in Riyadh?
Riyadh is the capital of the largest economy in the Gulf and the centre of Saudi Arabia's digital programme. Many government-adjacent and enterprise projects ask for data to stay in the Kingdom, and a local server answers that directly.
Saudi Arabia has one of the region's largest populations of internet users, with high smartphone use. Hosting in the country gives them a short route instead of a detour through another Gulf state or Europe.
See how this fits with the rest of our VPS hosting, and compare the other locations we run.
Who it reaches
From Riyadh you serve Saudi Arabia, including Jeddah, Dammam and the Eastern Province, and reach Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and the UAE on short Gulf links. For audiences mainly in the Emirates, the Dubai location is closer.
Data and privacy
Saudi Personal Data Protection Law. Saudi Arabia's Personal Data Protection Law, supervised by SDAIA, sets rules for collecting and transferring personal data. Review it if your service handles data from Saudi users.
Who it is for
Who a Saudi Arabia VPS is for.
- A
Saudi businesses and online stores
Sell in riyals to shoppers who expect quick Arabic pages, with a server in the same country.
- B
Vision 2030 and enterprise projects
Host portals, dashboards and internal tools that need data to stay in Saudi Arabia.
- C
GCC applications and SaaS
Serve users across the Gulf Cooperation Council from the largest market, with Arabic and English interfaces.
Linux or Windows
Linux VPS or Windows VPS in Saudi Arabia?
Both run on the same plans in Riyadh. Choose the operating system your software needs when you order.
Windows Server
Windows VPS in Riyadh
Administrator access over Remote Desktop, for Windows-only software and remote desktops.
Read the Windows VPS server guide for RDP security and licensing.
Sizing
Which Saudi Arabia VPS plan to choose
Start from what you will run, not from the biggest plan you can afford. You can move up later.
| What you run | Plan | CPU / RAM | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Static site, small API or test server | Nano | 1 core / 2 GB | $14.99 |
| WordPress or a small web app | Core | 2 cores / 4 GB | $29.99 |
| App with its own database | Plus | 4 cores / 8 GB | $54.99 |
| Busy store or several services | Turbo | 8 cores / 16 GB | $99.99 |
| Large database or many users | Power | 16 cores / 32 GB | $179.99 |
Unsure how much memory you need? Our guide on how much RAM a VPS needs shows how to measure what you use today.
Setup
Set up your Saudi Arabia VPS for Riyadh
Set the clock and language once, so logs, cron jobs and certificate renewals use local time for Riyadh.
| Time zone ID | Asia/Riyadh |
|---|---|
| Main languages | Arabic |
| Locale codes | ar_SA.UTF-8 |
# Ubuntu and Debian
sudo timedatectl set-timezone Asia/Riyadh
sudo locale-gen ar_SA.UTF-8
sudo update-localeGet started
How to buy a Saudi Arabia VPS
Three steps from order to login.
- 01
Pick a plan
Choose a size from the table above, from 1 core and 2 GB to 16 cores and 64 GB.
- 02
Choose Riyadh and an operating system
Select Riyadh, then Linux or Windows. You can reinstall a different system later.
- 03
Pay and log in
Your login details arrive by email once the server is ready.
Questions
Saudi Arabia VPS FAQ
Why host a VPS in Riyadh instead of Dubai?
Riyadh is closer to Saudi users and keeps data in the Kingdom, which many contracts require. Dubai suits an audience spread across the Emirates and the wider Gulf.
Can I host an Arabic and English website on a Saudi VPS?
Yes. A VPS runs any stack you install, so right-to-left Arabic and left-to-right English can live on the same server.
How much does a VPS in Saudi Arabia cost?
A VPS in Saudi Arabia starts at $14.99 per month for 1 core and 2 GB of RAM and goes up to $319.99 per month for 16 cores and 64 GB. Every location uses the same plans and prices, and the price stays the same on renewal.
Which operating systems can I use on the Saudi Arabia VPS?
Linux (Ubuntu, Debian and AlmaLinux) and Windows Server. Pick one when you order, and reinstall a different one later from the control panel.
Are backups included with a VPS in Riyadh?
No. Snapshots and backups are not included, so copy important data off the server on a schedule and test a restore. You have full root or administrator access to set up the tool you prefer.
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