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Sharktech

Paid#34 of 143 in Cloud HostingDedicated Server Hosting Shared Web Hosting

Sharktech: A flexible OpenStack cloud for teams prioritizing control, APIs, and bandwidth. Ranked #34 of 143 in Cloud Hosting by our editors (6.0/10); pricing: Paid; best for openStack users needing high bandwidth and DDoS protection.

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At a glance

Editor score
6.0 / 10
Pricing
Paid
Best for
OpenStack users needing high bandwidth and DDoS protection
Autoscaling
Yes
Founded
2003 · Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Facts checked
19 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- OpenStack compute with configurable storage, networking, and virtual machines
- 5,000 GB monthly bandwidth plus cloud firewalling and DDoS protection
- RESTful APIs, S3-compatible storage, and automatic container scaling
Where it doesn't
- The Public Cloud plan is paid rather than free
- Standard support may suit fewer support-intensive deployments
- Self-managed infrastructure requires resource allocation and administration

Our verdict on Sharktech

Sharktech provides paid public and dedicated cloud hosting built on OpenStack. It is aimed at businesses, developers, and IT teams that want to manage virtual data centers, resource allocation, compute, storage, networking, and virtual machines through web and API access. The Public Cloud plan uses pay-as-you-go billing, while cloud resources can also be arranged through fixed monthly billing. Its self-managed model gives teams control over infrastructure configuration, but it is less suited to buyers seeking a fully managed hosting experience.

The platform’s strongest fit is its OpenStack and ecosystem alignment. It supports RESTful APIs for compute, storage, networking, and identity services, alongside custom VM images, ISOs, cloud-init, and Bash scripts. Deployment options include Git, SVN, API, SSH, and CLI workflows. Integrations include Kubernetes, Docker Swarm, Jenkins, Maven, and the S3 API. Storage spans HDD, SSD, and NVMe tiers, with S3-compatible object storage available for object-based workloads. These capabilities make Sharktech relevant for teams already working with OpenStack, container tooling, or infrastructure automation.

Cloud security and traffic capacity are central strengths. Sharktech includes cloud firewall security, DDoS protection, load balancing, automatic resource scaling for containerized applications, and 5,000 GB of monthly bandwidth. The platform offers five regions and standard support, with cloud hosting available across multiple service locations. Choose Sharktech if OpenStack compatibility, configurable infrastructure, API access, and high bandwidth matter more than a managed workflow. Consider another option if your priority is a free plan, simplified onboarding, or support beyond the published standard level.

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Sharktech pricing

Plans PaidPaid No free plan — trial or paid only. Prices checked 19 Sep 2026.

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Sharktech fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Not verified
Regions available	5
Autoscaling	Yes
Load balancing	Yes
Monthly bandwidth	5000 GB
Object storage	Yes
Managed databases	Not verified
Support level	Standard
Deployment	Cloud
Platforms	Web
Integrations	8 integrations: OpenStack, S3 API, Git, SVN, Kubernetes, Docker Swarm …
Pricing	Paid (source)
Website	sharktech.net
Facts checked	19 Sep 2026

Sharktech integrations

Sharktech lists 8 integrations on its own site.

OpenStack
S3 API
Git
SVN
Kubernetes
Docker Swarm
Jenkins
Maven

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