Restarting a VPS or server can be useful after certain system changes or when troubleshooting a service issue.

Before restarting

Before restarting your server, consider the following:

- Active websites and services may become temporarily unavailable.
- Unsaved work may be lost.
- Running processes may be interrupted.
- Database or application activity may be affected.

Where possible, make sure important work is saved before restarting.

Restarting from a control panel

If your VPS or server includes a management panel:

1. Log in to the server management area.

2. Select the VPS or server you want to manage.

3. Locate the Power, Restart or Reboot option.

4. Confirm the restart.

5. Wait for the server to become available again.

Restarting a Linux server using SSH

If you have the required administrative access, you may be able to restart the server from SSH.

A common command is:

sudo reboot

On some systems, an administrative user may use:

reboot

Only use these commands if you understand the impact and have the necessary permissions.

After restarting

After the server comes back online, check:

- Websites are loading normally.
- Important services are running.
- Databases are available.
- Email services are working where applicable.
- SSH access is available.
- Monitoring systems do not show new errors.

Restart vs shutdown

A restart automatically powers the system back on.

A shutdown may stop the server without starting it again.

Make sure you select the correct action in your management panel.

Important

Restarting a server should not be used as the only solution for recurring technical problems.

If the same issue keeps returning, further investigation may be required.

Need assistance?

If your VPS or server does not come back online after a restart or you are unsure which option to use, please contact our support team.