DigitalOcean
DigitalOcean provides a comprehensive suite of cloud-based solutions and managed services tailored for developers, digital agencies, and businesses, emphasizing a strong support system, educational resources, and a predictable pricing model.
Services
DigitalOcean offers a wide range of services to support developers and businesses at every stage. These include cloud hosting solutions through Cloudways for digital agencies and ecommerce businesses, managed databases for MongoDB, Kafka, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Redis, and scalable virtual machines called Droplets. Additional services include Kubernetes for container orchestration, a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) for network management, Cloud Firewalls for network security, Load Balancers, DDoS Protection services, and Docker hosting. DigitalOcean also provides tools for AI/ML applications via Paperspace, as well as solutions for CI/CD pipelines, Node.js, and Next.js applications.
Products
DigitalOcean features a comprehensive suite of products designed for developers and businesses. These include the App Platform service, which helps bring apps to market faster, and Spaces Object Storage along with Volumes Block Storage for various data needs. The Functions product offers functions as a service, while CPU-Optimized Droplets cater to high-performance requirements. Additionally, DigitalOcean provides cPanel hosting for web management, uptime monitoring services, and educational resources covering topics like funding, installing Linux on Ubuntu, and getting started on their platform.
Managed Hosting Solutions
Through Cloudways, DigitalOcean delivers fully-managed cloud hosting solutions tailored for digital agencies and ecommerce businesses. This managed hosting includes built-in autoscaling for WordPress via Kubernetes and ensures high availability with minimal downtime through its advanced control plane for Kubernetes. Additionally, Cloudways supports managed hosting for WordPress and PHP websites, offering a predictable pricing model along with a leading price-to-performance ratio. Their managed hosting packages also include free, personalized support, with an option to upgrade for dedicated assistance and faster response times.
Developer Tools and Resources
DigitalOcean provides an extensive range of developer tools and resources aimed at enhancing productivity and streamlining workflows. These include an API, CLI, and monitoring services, alongside support for AI/ML projects via Paperspace. The platform offers robust storage solutions like Spaces Object Storage and Volumes Block Storage, as well as hosting solutions for blogs, forums, Node.js, and Next.js applications. To further aid developers and businesses, DigitalOcean offers educational resources on funding, Linux installation, and platform initiation, along with a community platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration.
Support and Community Initiatives
DigitalOcean is committed to supporting its user base and contributing to the broader community. The company provides free personalized support and offers an upgrade option for dedicated help and faster response times. DigitalOcean actively supports non-profits through its impact initiatives and aids startups with scalable, cost-effective infrastructure. The company also hosts a community platform for developers, featuring a code of conduct, an affiliate program, and various opportunities to contribute to the DigitalOcean ecosystem. Additionally, they offer a referral program and have resources available for cash flow vs. profit analyses.