WiseHosting's Rapid Growth with OVHcloud

Key Takeaways

1. 40,000+ customers served and 50,000+ Minecraft servers launched in 2.5 years
2. Scaled from 5 to 160 servers while delivering consistent global performance
3. High availability and operational efficiency enabled by OVHcloud infrastructure

Client:

WiseHosting, founded by Lauri Lifljandski, is a specialized hosting company catering exclusively to the Minecraft community. The company emerged from the success of the YouTube channel Shulkercraft, which boasts over 2.3 million subscribers. With a deep understanding of Minecraft players' needs and feedback from their substantial fanbase, WiseHosting set out to offer an unparalleled hosting experience for players who wanted to host their own Minecraft servers.

The company started small but quickly grew into a major player in the Minecraft server hosting space. In just two and a half years, WiseHosting has served over 40,000 unique clients and launched over 50,000 Minecraft servers. The company has expanded its team to nine employees and is continually scaling up operations.

Lauri Lifljandski, CEO of WiseHosting, shared his thoughts on the partnership with OVHcloud:

"When we first started, we had no idea how quickly our business would grow. OVHcloud gave us the infrastructure we needed to scale rapidly and efficiently. Their game-specific servers with built-in DDoS protection have been a lifesaver, and the ability to integrate with their API allowed us to automate essential tasks, saving us time and resources. We've never looked back."

Challenges:

The rapid growth of WiseHosting created significant challenges. As demand for Minecraft server hosting skyrocketed, they faced the challenge of scaling their infrastructure quickly while maintaining performance and quality. They needed reliable hosting solutions that offered:

• Global server coverage to serve clients from various parts of the world, including the U.S., Europe, and Asia.
• Reliable DDoS protection to protect their servers from attacks.
• Cost-effective, scalable solutions that could grow with the company’s needs.

Lauri and his team also wanted a hosting provider that could align with their specific focus on Minecraft — a provider that understood the gaming industry and its unique needs, particularly for game-specific servers.

Solution:

After evaluating several hosting providers, WiseHosting chose OVHcloud as their infrastructure partner for several key reasons. One of the most critical factors was the global network of data centers that OVHcloud offers. With server locations across North America, Europe, and Asia, OVHcloud enabled WiseHosting to serve their international customer base with low-latency connections, ensuring that Minecraft players from around the world could enjoy a smooth gaming experience. This global reach was essential as WiseHosting grew and expanded its clientele, particularly in the U.S., where a significant portion of their user base resides.

Another compelling feature was OVHcloud’s game-specific servers, which included built-in DDoS protection. As a game hosting provider, WiseHosting needed a solution that could handle the demands of Minecraft servers while safeguarding against DDoS attacks. OVHcloud’s protection, which was included in the price, offered a major advantage over competitors who often charge extra for similar security features. This not only provided peace of mind but also allowed WiseHosting to focus on growing their business without worrying about downtime due to malicious attacks.

The ability to scale quickly was also a major deciding factor for WiseHosting. When the company started, they had just five servers, but within six months, they had expanded to over a hundred. In the following 18 months, this number grew to 160 dedicated servers. OVHcloud’s flexible infrastructure allowed for this rapid scaling without interruption, ensuring that WiseHosting could keep up with increasing demand while maintaining a high level of performance. Additionally, OVHcloud’s API integration proved to be a game-changer for WiseHosting. The team was able to automate processes such as dedicated IP purchases for clients, significantly reducing manual work and improving operational efficiency.

Finally, the competitive pricing offered by OVHcloud made it an ideal partner for WiseHosting. While other providers charged extra for DDoS protection and other essential features, OVHcloud bundled these services at no additional cost, making it possible for WiseHosting to provide high-quality service at an affordable price.

Results:

The partnership with OVHcloud has been instrumental in WiseHosting’s rapid growth. Within just two and a half years, the company has served over 40,000 unique clients and launched more than 50,000 Minecraft servers. The growth trajectory has been remarkable, as WiseHosting expanded from just five servers at launch to 160 dedicated servers within 18 months. This rapid scaling was made possible by the reliable infrastructure and support from OVHcloud, which ensured that WiseHosting could meet growing customer demand without compromising on quality or performance.

The global reach provided by OVHcloud’s data centers also played a key role in enabling WiseHosting to cater to an international audience. The company’s ability to serve players from different regions with low-latency connections helped to strengthen their customer base in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, giving them a competitive edge in the global market.

Furthermore, the integrated DDoS protection that came with OVHcloud’s game servers saved WiseHosting both time and money. Without the added cost of purchasing external DDoS protection, the company could focus more resources on scaling their business and improving their service.

The API integration feature, which allowed WiseHosting to automate critical tasks, also made a significant impact on the company's operations. By automating functions like IP address management, the team was able to handle a growing client base without having to scale their internal operations at the same pace. This efficiency allowed WiseHosting to focus on customer satisfaction and continued business development rather than getting bogged down in manual administrative tasks.
Overall, the partnership with OVHcloud has been a critical factor in WiseHosting’s success, enabling the company to scale rapidly while maintaining a high-quality, secure, and cost-effective service for Minecraft players worldwide.

Future Goals:

Lauri’s long-term goal for WiseHosting is to dominate the Minecraft hosting market by providing the most specialized and high-quality service for Minecraft players. He aims to continue scaling the business by focusing on providing the best experience for Minecraft players, building on the expertise and feedback from their community.

The unique focus on Minecraft and the ability to provide a tailored hosting experience has given WiseHosting a competitive edge. As the Minecraft community continues to grow, WiseHosting plans to remain at the forefront of the game server hosting industry.

Conclusion:

WiseHosting's partnership with OVHcloud has been a key factor in their rapid growth and success. With OVHcloud’s reliable infrastructure, global reach, and game-specific offerings, WiseHosting was able to scale quickly while delivering the best possible experience for Minecraft players. As WiseHosting continues to grow, OVHcloud will remain a trusted partner in their journey toward becoming the number one Minecraft server hosting provider.

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