LEMP server

Deploy a server with LEMP software stack for developing and deploying web applications.

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Simplified deployment

Spin up your LEMP server in 40 sec, without long setups and boring docs to read.

Pay-as-you-go

Service charges every 10 minutes. You pay only for the servers you use.

Worldwide coverage

Run your servers globally. We have low latency and high availability network.

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User-friendly interface

Our control panel has the necessary tools to monitor the state of your infrastructure and comfortably manage your application. Any problem is solved within the panel through the ticketing system.

Easy customization

Set up LEMP server configuration in the handy Serverspace control panel. If the default configuration does not suit you, you can customize the resources to your own needs.

Predictable prices

Estimate costs for a project with Serverspace pricing system. Funds are charged once in every 10 minutes, allowing you to pay for servers only for their lifetime.

Run LEMP in 1 click

Get access to the LEMP stack components.

High performance

Get high speed static content processing due to Nginx web server, which is 2.5 times faster than Apache.

Simple setup

Install additional modules and configure frameworks to reduce the time it takes to write code.

Scalability

Get a reduced workload through Nginx's scalable, event-driven architecture.

What is included in the LEMP stack?

Use all LEMP features to develop your project.

FAQ

What is LEMP?

LEMP is a popular software stack used to host dynamic websites and web applications. The acronym stands for:

Linux — the operating system
Engine-X (Nginx) — the web server
MySQL or MariaDB — the database management system
PHP — the server-side scripting language

LEMP combines these components to provide a powerful, flexible, and efficient environment for running modern web applications. Nginx serves as a high-performance web server that efficiently handles multiple simultaneous connections, making LEMP well-suited for high-traffic sites.

Read more about LEMP in our Instructions.

What's the difference between LAMP and LEMP?

LAMP stands for Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP. It uses the Apache web server to serve web content.

LEMP stands for Linux, Nginx (pronounced "Engine-X"), MySQL, PHP. It uses Nginx as the web server instead of Apache.

The key differences betweeen the two stacks are the following:

Web server: LAMP uses Apache, which is feature-rich and supports .htaccess files for per-directory configurations. LEMP uses Nginx, which is lightweight, faster under high loads, and uses a different configuration approach.
Performance: Nginx (LEMP) often performs better with high concurrency and static content, while Apache (LAMP) offers more flexibility for complex setups.
Configuration: Apache allows decentralized configuration via .htaccess files; Nginx uses a centralized configuration system, which can be more efficient but less flexible for users without server access.

Both stacks are popular for hosting dynamic websites and applications, and the choice depends on your specific needs and preferences.

How do I install LEMP stack on Ubuntu 20.04?

A description of how to install LEMP stack on virtual servers with Ubuntu 20.04 operating system can be found in this tutorial.

How does LEMP handle high traffic compared to LAMP?

LEMP generally handles high traffic more efficiently than LAMP due to the use of Nginx instead of Apache as the web server. Here’s why:

Event-driven architecture: Nginx (in LEMP) uses an asynchronous, event-driven model that can handle thousands of simultaneous connections with low resource usage. Apache (in LAMP), especially in its traditional process-based mode, can consume more memory and CPU under heavy load.
Static content delivery: Nginx excels at serving static files quickly and efficiently, reducing server load during high traffic periods.
Load balancing: Nginx has built-in load balancing features that distribute traffic effectively across multiple servers, improving scalability.
Configuration simplicity: Nginx’s streamlined configuration can lead to better performance tuning under heavy loads.

While LAMP remains versatile and widely supported, LEMP’s architecture typically provides better performance and scalability for high-traffic websites and applications.