OpenVZ (later updated to Virtuozzo 7) was our original virtualization platform at Irish Domains and served our customers well for many years. A couple of years ago, we stopped accepting new Virtuozzo VPS orders and shifted all new VPS deployments to KVM virtualization. Most customers on the older services have already moved to different virtualization (or in some cases, back to shared Web Hosting).
With Virtuozzo’s own product lifecycle policy ending OS support in December 2027, this mandates a final shutdown date for all remaining VZ7 systems from January 1, 2027 due to the platform age and the lack of platform and kernel security updates from that time.
Why Move to KVM (Or Another Hosting Option)?
While Virtuozzo 7 uses container-based virtualization that shares an aging 3.x kernel across every user on the node, KVM is full virtualization. Moving to KVM gives you an experience much closer to a bare-metal dedicated server, at the exact same cost as your current VPS.
Upgrading to a KVM VPS includes a fresh Operating System & dedicated kernel, allowing you to start clean on a modern, supported OS like AlmaLinux 10 etc.
If a VPS is no longer the right fit for your project, you could also use this opportunity to move to a standard web hosting plan, install a hosting control panel like Plesk etc.
How We Are Helping You Migrate (2 Months Free Overlap)
Because most remaining Virtuozzo 7 containers are running outdated operating systems, a fresh OS install on a new server is the cleanest and safest way forward. We want this transition to be as smooth as possible, and you shouldn’t have to rush or pay for two servers at once while you move your data.
To help you make the switch, on request we will set up a new KVM VPS with matching specs at no charge for up to 2 months, with billing only taking place from 1/1/2027.
Our support team will work with you to go over your migration options, help determine the best way to move your websites or applications.
