What is OpenVZ, and what are its limits?
OpenVZ is a container-based virtualization technology in which each customer's environment shares the host's Linux kernel while keeping files, processes and resources isolated. It is very efficient, which helps keep prices low. The main limits are that you cannot run Windows, load custom kernel modules or change the kernel version. Most websites, content management systems, databases and business applications are unaffected. If your project needs full virtualization, contact support and we will suggest a KVM location nearby. Most Tunisian sites never notice.
What happens when I use my 1 TB of monthly traffic?
Your server stays online, but the port speed is reduced to 1 Mbps until the allowance refreshes at the start of your next billing cycle. There are no overage charges, so your costs remain predictable. Most Tunisian websites and portals use far less than a terabyte each month. If you regularly approach the limit, serve images and media through a CDN, compress assets or contact support to discuss options. The client area shows your usage so you can plan ahead.
Is HDD storage suitable for my website?
For most Tunisian websites and portals, yes. HDD storage offers plenty of capacity at a low price, and with sensible caching, WordPress sites, school portals and business applications perform well. It is especially suitable for document archives, media libraries and backups, where capacity matters more than millisecond access times. For busy databases, enable query caching and allocate memory generously. If you need faster storage for a demanding application, ask support about alternative locations. Tunisian university and school portals usually fit comfortably.
Why can Tunis servers run only Linux?
Tunisian plans run on OpenVZ containers, which share the host's Linux kernel and therefore cannot run Windows. That design keeps the platform efficient and affordable. You can choose from CentOS, Ubuntu, Debian, AlmaLinux and Rocky Linux, which run nearly all web servers, databases and applications. Control panels such as HestiaCP, CyberPanel, DirectAdmin and cPanel make site management simple. If you require Windows, contact support for a suggestion of a nearby location offering Windows plans. That suits nearly every project. Nothing is lost.
Can I host a site in Arabic and French?
Yes. Many Tunisian organisations publish in Arabic and French, and sometimes English. Arabic and French editions share one Tunis container comfortably. Arabic and French text display properly out of the box. Hosting locally keeps pages quick for readers in Tunis, Sfax, Sousse and across the country. Tunisian Derja content in Latin script is equally fine, and publishers aimed at the diaspora in France often lead with French pages. Right-to-left layouts are a theme matter. Diaspora readers in France are only a short hop away.
Can Tunisian software outsourcing firms use this server?
Yes, for lighter workloads. Tunisia has a strong IT outsourcing sector serving French and European clients, and teams often need local servers for staging websites, documentation portals and internal tools. OpenVZ containers handle these well and keep costs low. For heavier development work requiring Docker, custom kernels or Windows, a KVM location is more suitable, and our team can suggest one. Keeping lightweight staging environments in Tunis makes previews quick for local developers and project managers. Sfax and Sousse teams benefit equally.
Can I accept Tunisian online payments?
Yes. Tunisian payment gateways offering card and e-dinar payments provide plugins or APIs for WooCommerce and custom shops, and they run normally on our Tunis servers. Tunisian payment confirmations stay on domestic routes. A mid-range plan suits most small shops. Restrict the admin area and keep modules current. Cash on delivery also remains widely used by Tunisian shoppers and is supported natively by the common shop platforms. Hosting locally keeps payment callbacks on domestic routes. Keep modules updated. Test the flow first.
How do I install free SSL certificates?
After DNS points to your Tunis container, Certbot fetches a Let's Encrypt certificate and schedules renewal. Wildcard certificates need DNS validation instead. Renewal happens automatically every few months. If you encounter DNS or firewall issues during issuance, open a ticket and our team will point you in the right direction. It takes only minutes. With a control panel such as HestiaCP, CyberPanel or cPanel, certificates can be issued in a few clicks. Renewal is automatic. If issuance fails, check that port 80 is open in your firewall and that DNS has propagated.