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VPS Setup & Bot Infrastructure — Keep Your Trading Bots Running 24/7

We provision, secure and monitor the server your bots run on, choosing the right environment for MetaTrader, Python or both, with automatic recovery after crashes and reboots.

24/7
Uptime goal
Win+Linux
Environments
Auto
Restart on failure
Alerts
Down detection
Quick answer

A trading VPS is a remote server that keeps your MetaTrader terminal or Python bot running around the clock with a stable connection. ExpertNevees sets up Windows VPS for MetaTrader EAs and Linux servers for Python bots, then adds auto-restart, monitoring, backups and security hardening. The right choice depends on whether your bot uses DLLs, Python, or only an EA.

Options

Which Hosting Option Fits Your Bot?

OptionBest forLimits to know
MetaQuotes Virtual HostingMetaTrader EAs and indicators with low latency to your brokerRuns MetaTrader programs only: DLL imports are not allowed, so Python or external-library bots cannot run there. Migration copies a specific terminal setup.
Windows VPSMT4/MT5 with DLLs, several terminals, the MetaTrader Python package, copiersYou manage the OS. Needs updates, resource sizing and security.
Linux VPSPython bots, webhook servers, dashboards, exchange botsMetaTrader needs Windows or a compatibility layer. The MetaTrader5 Python package is Windows-only.
HybridWindows VPS for MetaTrader plus Linux for servicesMore components, best separation and reliability for larger systems.

Verify current conditions with MetaQuotes: Virtual Hosting migration help.

Services

What We Set Up

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Server provisioning

Right-sized CPU, RAM and disk, in a data centre close to your broker or exchange where latency matters.
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MetaTrader terminals

Installation, broker logins, EA and indicator deployment, auto-start after reboot, and multi-terminal layouts.
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Python services

Virtual environments, dependencies, environment-variable secrets and a process supervisor.
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Auto-restart

The bot restarts itself after crashes or server reboots and rebuilds its state safely.
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Hardening

Firewall, non-default access ports, key-based or restricted logins, updates and least-privilege accounts.
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Monitoring & alerts

Heartbeat checks and Telegram or email alerts when a bot or server stops responding.
Code Sample

Auto-Restarting a Python Bot on Linux With systemd

systemd · bot.service
[Unit]
Description=Trading bot
After=network-online.target
Wants=network-online.target

[Service]
User=botuser
WorkingDirectory=/opt/bot
# API keys live in this file, readable only by root and the service user
EnvironmentFile=/etc/bot.env
ExecStart=/opt/bot/venv/bin/python -m bot.main
Restart=always
RestartSec=5

[Install]
WantedBy=multi-user.target

Enable it with systemctl enable --now bot.service. Logs are then available through journalctl -u bot.service.

Reliability

Reliability Practices We Apply

Beyond just renting a server
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    State recovery: after any restart the bot reads open orders and positions from the broker or exchange instead of trusting its memory.
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    Heartbeat monitoring: an external check alerts you if the bot stops reporting, not only if the server is up.
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    Time synchronization: exchanges reject requests from a drifting clock, so time sync is monitored.
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    Backups: configuration, logs and databases are backed up off the server.
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    Update discipline: OS updates are scheduled outside trading hours with a rollback plan.
Process

How We Set Up Your Infrastructure

  1. Requirements review

    Platform, number of terminals or bots, broker or exchange, latency needs and budget.

  2. Environment recommendation

    We recommend the hosting option that fits your software, explained in plain language.

  3. Setup and hardening

    Installation, security, auto-start and monitoring configured and tested, including a deliberate crash and reboot test.

  4. Handover

    Access details, a runbook for restarts and updates, and a checklist of what to do if something goes wrong.

Terms

Delivery, Support & Guarantee

Typically 1–3 days
Delivery
Windows · Linux
Environments
Alerts included
Monitoring
Runbook included
Documentation

Timelines are indicative. The exact price and delivery date are confirmed in writing before work starts, with no hidden costs. Payment: 50% advance, 50% after your approval (USDT or bank wire).

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a VPS to run an Expert Advisor?

You need a computer that stays on and connected. A VPS is the practical way to achieve that, because a home PC or laptop restarts, sleeps and loses connections.

Can I use MetaQuotes Virtual Hosting for any EA?

Only for programs that run purely inside MetaTrader. DLL calls are not allowed, so EAs that depend on external libraries or Python need a regular Windows VPS.

Can the MetaTrader Python package run on Linux?

No. The MetaTrader5 Python package is for Windows, so a bot that uses it needs a Windows machine. Pure exchange bots can run on Linux.

Which VPS provider do you recommend?

It depends on your broker’s server location and budget. We choose providers with data centres near your broker or exchange and a good reputation for uptime.

Can you migrate my bots from my PC to a VPS?

Yes. We migrate terminals, settings, EAs and Python services and verify they behave identically.

Do you manage the server afterwards?

You can run it yourself using the runbook, or ask us for ongoing support.

References

Official Documentation & Sources

  • MetaQuotes Ltd.Virtual Hosting Migration — MetaTrader 5 HelpMetaTrader5.com
    View Docs ↗
  • systemdsystemd.service — Service Unit Configurationfreedesktop.org
    View Docs ↗

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