Websites where you can get a free VPS
If you want to get involved in projects by setting up a node, you will need a VPS that can meet the hardware requirements of the testnet, preferably running on Ubuntu/Debian operating systems and available 24/7 without interruptions. Alternatively, you can set up a virtual server on your personal computer using virtualization software like VMware or Virtualbox, but please note that running a node continuously and maintaining a stable internet connection may incur higher costs and can also potentially strain your computer. In the beginning, I recommend starting with free or low-cost virtual server services. Monthly prices for basic systems range from 5 to 13 euros.
To get started, I suggest using free servers to join testnets, as it allows you to start without any costs and gain experience. You don't need a powerful computer to set up a node; any computer or phone with internet access can be used to configure and install on your VPS.
Here are some websites where you can get a free VPS:
1 – Google Cloud Platform
With a Google Cloud Platform account, Google offers 3 months or $300 gift for newcomers to Cloud Platform. Whichever runs out first, the package ends.
https://cloud.google.com/free
What is required for registration?
· Google Mail Account
· Credit card (prepaid cards are not accepted - such as ParaPara)
Note: In the initial registration, a fee like $5 is deducted from the credit card and refunded to the credit card/PayPal account within 1 week.
2 – Digital Ocean
Digital Ocean is a high-quality VPS company among VPS firms. They offer $200 gift for 2 months to new registered users. Whichever runs out first, the package ends.
https://try.digitalocean.com/freetrialoffer/
If you are a university student, Digital Ocean offers a valid $200 gift. For this, you need to have the Github student package. When logging in, registration is done with a github xxx.edu.tr email address and you are required to upload the front and back photo of your student ID and a student certificate (KYC verification).
https://education.github.com/pack#offers
What is required for registration?
· Company or student or personal Mail Account
· Credit card or PayPal account with $5 (Your account might initially get banned, open a ticket and send an email explaining why you want to use the server, your account will be opened. Do not mention that you will set up a node on the blockchain, under no circumstances...)
Note: In the initial registration, a fee like $5 is deducted from the credit card and refunded to the credit card/PayPal account within 1 week.
3 – Amazon AWS
Amazon Web Services, which is generally preferred by large companies, offers a 1-year membership as a gift to new registered users. With this membership, you can have a monthly 750-hour EC2 VPS. However, the free server features provided with EC2 VPS are usually low, so additional fees may be required for Node tests that require high performance.
https://aws.amazon.com/tr/free
What is required for registration?
· Company or student or personal Mail Account
· Credit Card or Debit Card (prepaid cards are accepted - like ParaPara)
· Phone number for SMS verification
Note: In the initial registration, a fee like $5 is deducted from the credit card and refunded to the credit card/PayPal account within 1 week.
4 – Aruba Cloud
Aruba Cloud, one of the cheapest VPS providers on the internet, offers a 2-month VPS gift to new registered users. The easiest registration conditions are provided by Aruba Cloud. A phone number is required for registration. Please enter a valid phone number. Your activation code will be sent to your mobile phone as an SMS. Enter the received code here to complete the registration of your account.
https://www.arubacloud.com/vps/virtual-private-server-range.aspx
What is required for registration?
· Company or student or personal Mail Account
· Credit Card
· Phone number for SMS verification
Note: Registration SMS may take a few days to arrive.
5 – Microsoft Azure
I think Microsoft offers the lowest VPS gift. Microsoft Azure offers a $200 gift that you can use for 1 month.
https://azure.microsoft.com/en-gb/free
What is required for registration?
· Company or student or personal Mail Account
· Credit Card
6- Oracle Cloud
It provides a free 30-day trial with a free credit of $300.
https://www.oracle.com/tr/cloud/free/
The Oracle Cloud Free Tier allows you to sign up for an Oracle Cloud account. This account is valid for up to 30 days and allows you to benefit from a free credit of $300, which can be used in all available Oracle Cloud Infrastructure services, along with a range of Always Free services. The Always Free services can be used indefinitely. The Free Trial services can be used until either your $300 free credit is depleted or until 30 days have passed, whichever occurs first.
What is required for registration?
· Company or student or personal Mail Account
· Credit Card
Note: During the initial registration, a fee of approximately 1 Euro will be charged to the credit card, which will be refunded to the credit card/PayPal account within 1 week.
