Gcore offers a powerful, reliable, and secure cloud solution for diverse use cases. If you know you need a cloud solution but aren’t sure how to get started, this guide is for you. We’ll guide you through the entire purchase and set up process, from selecting a tariff to customizing your settings and selecting additional services.
Why Choose Gcore Cloud?
Gcore Cloud is a powerful, scalable solution that is easy to manage. The development team has created a unique cloud control panel that integrates with Gcore’s other products: CDN, Streaming, Storage, DDoS Protection and DNS Hosting. You can set up, manage, and get support for your entire Gcore experience in a single place. Create a free account and check out the control panel to see what it offers.
Choose a Tariff Plan
Our cloud platform offers nine tariff plans, which include various variations of ready-made configurations. Each offers a specific amount of random access memory (RAM,) central processing unit (CPU,) and disk space. Tariff plans also include a dedicated external IP. This range of options means you’re sure to find an appropriate choice for your unique use case.
Choosing the right cloud tariff depends on your specific needs and budget. A more expensive plan isn’t always necessary, or even the best choice. Here are the two main factors to consider when choosing your tariff:
- Resource needs. Assess the processing power, memory, storage, and networking requirements of your application or project. If you need to process large amounts of data or run resource-intensive applications, then a plan with higher resources may be necessary.
- Budget. Prices range from $1.4 to $94.3 for thirty days, excluding external IP. Pick a plan that is appropriate for your budget.
Pay by the Hour
One of the main advantages of Gcore Cloud is that you can choose to pay by the hour.
In the Choose a Tariff Plan section, you can get acquainted with the hourly price for ready-made configurations. Hourly pay is especially useful for temporary projects or those with uncertain demand, where resources need to be scaled based on demand. This keeps your budget in check and removes any financial inefficiencies—you only pay for what you use. Paying by the hour also avoids a large initial investment in cloud infrastructure.
Configure Your Service
Once you’ve picked a plan, it’s time to configure your service to make it work for your needs.
Regions
Gcore Cloud offers 20+ locations around the world, minimizing latency to keep your performance exceptional. It makes sense to choose the location closest to your biggest user base. Close proximity of a cloud instance’s physical location to your location can reduce network latency and improve the speed of data transfer between you and the cloud server. This is especially important for applications that require low latency, such as video conferencing, media streaming, or interactive applications, where even a small delay can have a significant impact on the user experience.
The proximity of cloud instances also affects how you manage and monitor your application. Access to nearby servers makes it easier to administer applications, install updates, monitor performance, and debug problems, because you can interact with the server more directly and efficiently.
Operating Systems
In the Image section, you’ll notice a variety of operating systems on offer. We are committed to offering a choice of ready-made operating systems that is as diverse as possible. Here’s our current list of choices:
- Ubuntu
- CentOS
- Fedora
- Debian
- Fedora-CoreOS
- Fortigate
- Mikrotik-Chr
- SUSE
- Rocky Linux
We understand that your unique business needs may require a specific OS, and we are committed to meeting that need with our broad range of supported operating systems.
Network Settings
Network settings are the configuration of network parameters and settings that allow you to manage network connections and communication between various infrastructure components in a cloud environment. Network settings allow administrators and developers to set rules and settings to control traffic, security, access to resources, network connections, and other aspects of the network infrastructure. They contain the following parameters:
- Interface 1 (public network)
- Network
- Subnetwork
- Public network or private network
You can enter the network settings yourself according to your specific requirements, and the configuration will be set up automatically with your specified network settings.
Firewall Settings
The firewall operates at either the level of virtual machines or network services, which are offered by Gcore Cloud. It controls and filters traffic passing through the cloud infrastructure in accordance with the set rules and security policies. Firewall settings are the configuration of security settings that control network traffic and protect against unauthorized access to your cloud infrastructure.
In this section, you can define rules for security groups. For example, you can allow traffic on the HTTP (80) and HTTPS (443) ports for web servers but block traffic on other ports. You can also set up rules to allow access only from specific IP addresses or network segments. After configuring the firewall, you should regularly monitor its operation and update the rules if necessary. You may need to change the rules for new services.
SSH Key
The SSH key in the Gcore Cloud settings is a cryptographic key used for authentication and secure access to virtual machines or cloud resources via the SSH protocol. Gcore provides two options in the SSH key (secure shell key) section of the cloud platform:
- Add a new SSH key. You can add your existing SSH key, generate it yourself or use third party resources (such as PuTTY SSH telnet client, for example.)
- Generate an SSH key. By selecting this option, you can automatically generate your own key within the control panel.
Access Gcore’s Full Range of Services
Gcore Cloud provides users with a wide range of features and services that facilitate efficient use of cloud resources and provide solutions to various business problems. You can easily add Gcore services to your Cloud plan. Using cloud solutions, you have automatic access to Gcore’s full range of solutions. Let’s take a look at our IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings.
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
IaaS provides virtual infrastructure such as virtual machines, data storage, and network resources. Users can deploy their applications, manage data, and scale infrastructure on demand with their Gcore Cloud infrastructure. IaaS provides the user with a flexible and scalable infrastructure that allows full control of virtual machines, networks, data storage and other resources.
Platform as a Service (PaaS)
PaaS provides a fully managed platform for developing, testing and deploying applications. Users can focus on application development without having to worry about managing infrastructure, operating systems, or network settings. PaaS platforms often provide automatic scaling to enable applications to cope with changing workloads and traffic demands. PaaS eliminates the need for upfront investment in hardware and software. It uses a pay-as-you-go model, allowing organizations to pay only for the resources and services they use, often resulting in cost savings.
Software as a service (SaaS)
SaaS allows users to use ready-made applications and services that are hosted in the cloud. You don’t need to worry about installing, updating, or maintaining software, as all this is provided by us. There’s also no need to perform complex setups or configurations for each device.
Conclusion
With Gcore Cloud, you essentially get access to automated resources and turnkey solutions that can really make your job easier and save you time and money. Setting up is a breeze, allowing you to get started quickly and easily, and get back to focusing on your business. Contact us to learn more about how Gcore Cloud can support your business.
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The cloud control gap: why EU companies are auditing jurisdiction in 2025
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Outpacing cloud‑native threats: How to secure distributed workloads at scale
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Organizations need centralized platforms that pull real-time data from every endpoint, regardless of platform or location, and present it through a single management dashboard. This gives IT and security teams full, end-to-end visibility over threats, system health, and compliance posture. It also allows security policies to be deployed, updated, and enforced consistently across every environment, without relying on multiple, siloed tools.Unification strengthens security, simplifies operations, and dramatically reduces overhead, critical for scaling securely at cloud-native speeds. That’s why at Gcore, our integrated suite of products includes security for cloud, network, and AI workloads, all managed in a single, intuitive interface.Why choose Gcore for cloud-native security?Securing cloud-native workloads requires more than legacy firewalls and patchwork solutions. 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Edge Cloud news: more regions and volume options available
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5 ways to keep gaming customers engaged with optimal performance
Nothing frustrates a gamer more than lag, stuttering, or server crashes. When technical issues interfere with gameplay, it can be a deal breaker. Players know that the difference between winning and losing should be down to a player’s skill, not lag, latency issues, or slow connection speed—and they want gaming companies to make that possible every time they play.And gamers aren’t shy about expressing their opinion if a game hasn’t met their expectations. A game can live or die by word-of-mouth, and, in a highly competitive industry, gamers are more than happy to spend their time and money elsewhere. A huge 78% of gamers have “rage-quit” a game due to latency issues.That’s why reliable infrastructure is crucial for your gaming offering. A solid foundation is good for your bottom line and your reputation and, most importantly, provides a great gaming experience for customers, keeping them happy, loyal, and engaged. This article suggests five technologies to boost player engagement in real-world gaming scenarios.The technology powering seamless gaming experiencesHaving the right technology behind the scenes is essential to deliver a smooth, high-performance gaming experience. From optimizing game deployment and content delivery to enabling seamless multiplayer scalability, these technologies work together to reduce latency, prevent server overloads, and guarantee fast, reliable connections.Bare Metal Servers provide dedicated compute power for high-performing massive multiplayer games without virtualization overhead.CDN solutions reduce download times and minimize patch distribution delays, allowing players to get into the action faster.Managed Kubernetes simplifies multiplayer game scaling, handling sudden spikes in player activity.Load Balancers distribute traffic intelligently, preventing server overload during peak times.Edge Cloud reduces latency for real-time interactions, improving responsiveness for multiplayer gaming.Let’s look at five real-world scenarios illustrating how the right infrastructure can significantly enhance customer experience—leading to smooth, high-performance gaming, even during peak demand.#1 Running massive multiplayer games with bare metal serversImagine a multiplayer FPS (first-person shooter gaming) game studio that’s preparing for launch and needs low-latency, high-performance infrastructure to handle real-time player interactions. They can strategically deploy Gcore Bare Metal servers across global locations, reducing ping times and providing smooth gameplay.Benefit: Dedicated bare metal resources deliver consistent performance, eliminating lag spikes and server crashes during peak hours. Stable connections and seamless playing are assured for precision gameplay.#2 Seamless game updates and patch delivery with CDN integrationLet’s say you have a game that regularly pushes extensive updates to millions of players worldwide. Instead of overwhelming origin servers, they can use Gcore CDN to cache and distribute patches, reducing download times and preventing bottlenecks.Benefit: Faster updates for players, reduced server tension, and seamless game launches and updates.#3 Scaling multiplayer games with Managed KubernetesAfter a big update, a game may experience a sudden spike in the number of players. With Gcore Managed Kubernetes, the game autoscales its infrastructure, dynamically adjusting resources to meet player demand without downtime.Benefit: Elastic, cost-efficient scaling keeps matchmaking fast and smooth, even under heavy loads.#4 Load balancing for high-availability game serversAn online multiplayer game with a global base requires low latency and high availability. Gcore Load Balancers distribute traffic across multiple regional server clusters, reducing ping times and preventing server congestion during peak hours.Benefit: Consistent, lag-free gameplay with improved regional connectivity and failover protection.#5 Supporting live events and seasonal game launchesIn the case of a gaming company hosting a global in-game event, attracting millions of players simultaneously, leveraging Gcore CDN, Load Balancers, and autoscaling cloud infrastructure can prevent crashes and provide a seamless and uninterrupted experience.Benefit: Players enjoy smooth, real-time participation while the infrastructure is stable under extreme load.Building customer loyalty with reliable gaming infrastructureIn a challenging climate, focusing on maintaining customer happiness and loyalty is vital. The most foolproof way to deliver this is by investing in reliable and secure infrastructure behind the scenes. With infrastructure that’s both scalable and high-performing, you can deliver uninterrupted, seamless experiences that keep players engaged and satisfied.Since its foundation in 2014, Gcore has been a reliable partner for game studios looking to deliver seamless, high-performance gaming experiences worldwide, including Nitrado, Saber, and Wargaming. If you’d like to learn more about our global infrastructure and how it provides a scalable, high-performance solution for game distribution and real-time games, get in touch.Talk to our gaming infrastructure experts
How cloud infrastructure maximizes efficiency in the gaming industry
The gaming industry is currently facing several challenges, with many companies having laid off staff over the past year due to rising development costs and a fall in product demand post-pandemic. These difficult circumstances mean it’s more important than ever for gaming firms of all sizes to maximize efficiency and keep costs down. One way companies can do this is by implementing reliable infrastructure that supports the speedy development of new games.This article explores how dependable cloud infrastructure at the edge—including virtual machines, bare metal, and GPUs—helps gaming companies work more efficiently. Edge computing allows developers to build, test, and deploy games faster while minimizing latency, reducing server costs, and handling complex rendering and AI workloads.The key benefits of edge cloud infrastructure for gamingReliable cloud infrastructure benefits gaming companies in a variety of ways. It’s a replacement for relying on outdated arrangements such as proprietary on-premises data centers, which lack flexibility, have limited scalability, require significant upfront investment, and need teams that are fully dedicated to their maintenance and management. Cloud compute resources, including virtual machines, bare metal servers, and GPUs, can support your game development and testing more cost-effectively, keeping your gaming company competitive in the market and cost efficient.Here’s how reliable cloud infrastructure can benefit your business:Speeds up development cycles: Cloud-based infrastructure accelerates game builds, testing, and deployment by providing on-demand access to high-performance compute resources. Developers can run several testing environments and collaborate from anywhere.Scales on demand: From indie studios launching a first title to major AAA developers handling millions of players, cloud solutions can scale resources instantly. Storage options and load balancing enable infrastructure to adapt to player demand, preventing performance issues during peak times while optimizing costs during off-peak periods.Offers low-latency performance: Cloud solutions reduce lag, optimize the experience for developers and end-users by deploying servers close to players, and improve their in-game experience.Delivers high-performance compute: Bare Metal servers and GPU instances deliver the power required for game development by providing dedicated resources. This enables faster rendering, complex simulations, and seamless real-time processing for graphics-intensive applications, leading to smooth gameplay experiences and faster iteration cycles.Maximizes cost efficiency: Flexible pricing models help studios optimize costs while maintaining high performance. Pay-as-you-go plans mean companies only pay for the resources used. Commitment plans that give discounts for use cases that require consistent/planned capacity are also available.How Gcore cloud infrastructure works: real-life examplesGcore cloud infrastructure can be helpful in many common scenarios for developers. Here are some real-world examples demonstrating how Gcore virtual machines and GPUs can help:Example 1: Faster game building and testing with scalable virtual machinesLet’s say a game studio developing a cross-platform game needs to compile large amounts of code and assets quickly. By leveraging Gcore’s Virtual Machines, they can create automated CI/CD pipelines that speed up game builds and testing across different environments, reducing wait times. Scalable virtual machines allow developers to spin up multiple test environments on demand, running compatibility and performance tests simultaneously.Example 2: High-performance graphics rendering with GPU computeVisually rich games (like open-world role-playing games) need to render complex 3D environments efficiently. Instead of investing in expensive local hardware, they can use Gcore’s GPU infrastructure to accelerate rendering and AI-powered animation workflows. Access to powerful GPUs without upfront investment enables faster iteration of visual assets and machine-learning-driven game enhancements.If your business faces rendering challenges, one of our experts can advise you on the most suitable cloud infrastructure package.Partnering for success: why gaming companies choose GcoreIn a challenging gaming industry climate, it’s vital to have the right tools and solutions at your disposal. Cloud infrastructure at the edge can significantly enhance game development efficiency for gaming businesses of all sizes.Gcore was founded in 2014 for gamers, by gamers, and we have been a trusted partner to global gaming companies including Nitrado, Saber, and Wargaming since day one. If you’d like to learn more about our gaming industry expertise and how our cloud infrastructure can help you operate in a more efficient and cost effective way, get in touch.Talk to us about your gaming cloud infrastructure needs
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