Lower ping for domestic users
Because data travels a shorter path to an Iranian user's browser, ping/latency is usually lower than an overseas server, especially for visitors connecting over mobile internet or domestic networks.
A server inside Iran, low ping for local visitors
Iran Hosting for sites with a domestic audience
Iran-based hosting means the physical server is located inside the country; for sites whose visitors are mostly in Iran, this can improve access speed. The same RGB hosting quality (NVMe, free SSL), with an inside-the-country location option.
- NVMe
- Free SSL
- Renewal at the purchase rate
- 7-day money-back guarantee
An Iranian server or one abroad? It depends on your audience
The real advantage of Iranian hosting is the server being physically near a visitor inside the country. Nothing more.
Server in Iran
- Lower ping for a visitor inside the country
- Fits a requirement to host data domestically
- Some international services do not work well with it
- A domestic internet outage affects reachability
Server abroad
- Faster for an international audience
- No limits on international services
- Independent of domestic internet outages
- Higher ping for a visitor inside Iran
If a meaningful share of your visitors is outside Iran, a domestic server is slower for them. We say this before the order, not after.
The Real Advantages of Iran Hosting
The main advantage of Iran hosting is the server's physical proximity to visitors inside the country, not exaggerated marketing claims.
Cheaper or discounted domestic traffic
In much of Iran's infrastructure, traffic between domestic servers costs providers less than international traffic. You can ask our support team for the exact traffic pricing details for RGB hosting during a consultation.
Compliance with domestic regulations
For businesses that need to host data in line with domestic regulations, an Iran-based server is the more suitable option.
Persian support and time-zone alignment
Coordinating support and invoicing domestically is simpler for some businesses.
The Honest Downsides of Iran Hosting
Honesty matters in this decision; Iran hosting isn't the best option for every site.
Sanctions-related limitations
Some international services (like certain CDNs or overseas payment gateways) may not work as smoothly with infrastructure inside Iran as they do with services outside the country.
Slower speed for audiences outside Iran
If a significant share of your visitors are outside Iran, a domestic server will usually be slower for them than a server closer to them (like one in Europe).
Risk of domestic internet outages
During domestic internet restrictions or outages, access to a domestic server can also be affected.
Should I Get Iran Hosting or Overseas Hosting?
| Site situation | Suggestion |
|---|---|
| Most of the audience is inside Iran | Iran hosting |
| Audience is mostly international | Overseas hosting (Linux) |
| Store with a domestic payment gateway | Iran hosting |
| Site needing extensive international CDN | Overseas hosting |
| Unsure about your audience | Start with overseas Linux hosting and check the analytics later |
Iran Hosting Pricing & Buying a Plan
The plans below have the same specs as RGB's Linux hosting, with an Iran-based location option.
Plans for Linux Hosting
Basic
$9 / year
$1 / month
- NVMe Disk Space2 GB
- BandwidthUnlimited
- Free SSLLet's Encrypt
- BackupRegular
- Web ServerLiteSpeed
- Subdomains/Email/DatabaseUnlimited
Standard
$16 / year
$2 / month
- NVMe Disk Space5 GB
- BandwidthUnlimited
- Free SSLLet's Encrypt
- BackupRegular
- Web ServerLiteSpeed
- Subdomains/Email/DatabaseUnlimited
Professional
$28 / year
$3 / month
- NVMe Disk Space10 GB
- BandwidthUnlimited
- Free SSLLet's Encrypt
- BackupRegular
- Web ServerLiteSpeed
- Subdomains/Email/DatabaseUnlimited
Power
$49 / year
$5 / month
- NVMe Disk Space25 GB
- BandwidthUnlimited
- Free SSLLet's Encrypt
- BackupRegular
- Web ServerLiteSpeed
- Subdomains/Email/DatabaseUnlimited
Custom
Need more than our standard plans? Contact us for dedicated resources and a custom rate.
Consult & Contact- 7-day money-back guarantee
- Renewal at the same purchase rate
- Free SSL on all plans
- Free site migration
- NVMe storage on all plans
- Fast support (WhatsApp/ticket)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iran hosting?
Iran hosting means the physical server hosting your site is located inside the country, unlike overseas hosting, which is hosted in another country (like Germany).
What advantage does Iran hosting have over overseas hosting?
The main advantage is lower ping for visitors inside Iran; for sites whose audience is mostly domestic, this difference will be more noticeable.
Does Iran hosting cost differently than overseas hosting?
The pricing structure is similar and calculated from the live dollar rate; see the plans in the table above.
Is Iran hosting more suitable for an online store?
If your store's customers are mostly inside Iran and you use a domestic payment gateway, Iran hosting is usually a good fit.
Does Iran hosting have any specific limitations?
There may be some limitations accessing certain international services (like some CDNs); for a site with a broad international audience, overseas hosting is more suitable.
Is free SSL also active on Iran hosting?
Yes, free SSL (Let's Encrypt) is active on every RGB hosting plan, regardless of server location.
What should I do to migrate from another Iranian host?
Migration is done free of charge; just request it when ordering or when you contact support.
What if I'm not sure whether my audience is mostly inside or outside Iran?
You can make a better-informed decision by checking your current site's Google Analytics data (if you have one) or consulting RGB's support team.
Can I change my hosting location after purchase?
If needed, migrating hosting between locations is possible with support coordination.
What's the refund policy for Iran hosting?
Like all of RGB's other shared hosting plans, the no-conditions 7-day money-back guarantee covers Iran hosting too.
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Order the Right Iran Hosting for Your Site
With a free consultation, we'll determine whether an Iran-based or overseas location is better for your site's audience.
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