Conditions of use

In which case to use your server?

Adapt your server to your needs

OVH offers a wide range of distributions to enable you to use your server according to your needs.
OVH distributions are based on 3 types of operating systems:

• Windows 2003
• Linux
• Free BSD

Distributions fit your needs by specializing in a particular field. These distributions come with a suite of preinstalled software so you can easily enjoy your server at the earliest.
The specific uses are:

• Web hosting / emails / applications
• Web hosting / emails with Plesk
• Work group / VoIP / VPN
• Audio / video Streaming
• Games server
• Customizable hosting (for experts)

Limits of use

In order to guarantee you the quality of OVH services, some uses are subject to specific conditions.
Thus it is prohibited to make mass hosting with the following contents:

• Video
• Streaming
• mirrors content

To be able to use your server within these frameworks while benefiting from quality of service, you must subscribe to the VIP service.
This service offers priority processing of your information on the OVH network and ensures continuity in the broadcast of your information.

Find out more about the VIP service

Further information

To find out more about your profile and the conditions of renting a dedicated server, see our special conditions for website hosting services on a dedicated server or consult our legal terms and conditions.