RackNerd is a highly popular budget VPS provider among international users. However, beginners may encounter some confusion during the purchasing process. Don’t worry—this guide will walk you through everything step by step, helping you easily get your first VPS from scratch.
Step 1: Visit the RackNerd Official Website
First, go to the official RackNerd website. Since it is hosted overseas, loading speed may be slow depending on your region, so please wait patiently.
Step 2: Choose a Suitable VPS Plan
Once on the website, click “VPS” in the navigation menu or find promotional deals on the homepage. RackNerd frequently offers special discounted plans.
Tips:
- Memory (RAM): 1GB is usually sufficient for blogs or simple websites.
- Storage (SSD): 20GB–30GB is enough for personal use.
- Bandwidth: It is recommended to choose a plan with at least 1TB monthly traffic.
- Datacenter location: If your target audience is in China, it is recommended to choose Los Angeles or San Jose for lower latency.
Step 3: Fill in Order Information
- Operating system: Recommended options include CentOS 7, Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, or Debian 10.
- Additional configuration: Choose whether to add extra IP addresses based on your needs.
Step 4: Register an Account and Make Payment
- Fill in personal details: Enter your name, email address, and billing information.
- Select payment method: RackNerd supports multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and Alipay (friendly for users in China).
- Enter coupon code: Before payment, don’t forget to apply a promo code in the “Apply Promo Code” field. The latest coupons can be found here. However, in many cases, promotional plans are already discounted and coupon codes may not always be necessary.
Step 5: Log in to the Control Panel and Manage Your VPS
After successful payment, you will receive an email containing your VPS login details. Click the link in the email or log in directly to the RackNerd dashboard to manage your VPS.
Key Feature: One-Click IP Change
- Path: Log in to RackNerd dashboard → Services → Select your VPS → Find “Change IP” on the left menu
- Note: One free IP change is available within 3 days after purchase.
At this point, you have successfully purchased and set up your own RackNerd VPS.
