NAT VPS Hosting - SSH Access, Port Forwarding and Shared IPv4
A NAT VPS is a virtual server behind a shared IPv4 address with SSH access through an assigned port and port forwarding on request. This allows lower pricing and efficient use of resources without compromising CPU, RAM, or disk.
What is a NAT VPS suitable for?
• ✅ WordPress websites
• ✅ Online stores
• ✅ Bots and automation
• ✅ API services
• ✅ Backup and storage
What are the limitations?
• ⚠️ No direct public IPv4 by default
• ⚠️ Incoming ports are opened upon request (if available/appropriate)
Solutions if incoming connections are required
• ➜ Port forwarding (on request)
• ➜ Dedicated public IPv4 (on request / subject to availability)
• ➜ IPv6 (if required by the service)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NAT VPS hosting?
NAT VPS hosting is a virtual server service where the VPS runs behind a shared public IPv4 address. The server has a private address, while inbound access uses NAT and port forwarding when needed.
NAT VPS hosting is a virtual server service where the VPS runs behind a shared public IPv4 address. The server has a private address, while inbound access uses NAT and port forwarding when needed.
How does NAT VPS work?
Outbound traffic works normally, while inbound traffic reaches the server through assigned external ports mapped to internal ports on the VPS.
Outbound traffic works normally, while inbound traffic reaches the server through assigned external ports mapped to internal ports on the VPS.
Do NAT VPS servers include SSH access?
Yes. SSH access is provided through an assigned external port mapped to SSH on the VPS.
Yes. SSH access is provided through an assigned external port mapped to SSH on the VPS.
What can I use a NAT VPS for?
You can use it for websites, bots, automation, VPN, API services, dev/test environments, small services and backup tasks.
You can use it for websites, bots, automation, VPN, API services, dev/test environments, small services and backup tasks.
Can I host a website on NAT VPS?
Yes. A website can run through port forwarding, reverse proxy or another suitable network setup.
Yes. A website can run through port forwarding, reverse proxy or another suitable network setup.
Is a NAT VPS suitable for WordPress?
Yes. WordPress works perfectly behind NAT.
Yes. WordPress works perfectly behind NAT.
Can I host a game server?
It is possible, but usually an open port or public IP is required.
It is possible, but usually an open port or public IP is required.
What is the difference between NAT VPS and regular VPS?
A NAT VPS uses a shared public IPv4 and is usually more affordable. A regular VPS usually has its own public IPv4 and more flexibility for inbound ports.
A NAT VPS uses a shared public IPv4 and is usually more affordable. A regular VPS usually has its own public IPv4 and more flexibility for inbound ports.
Can I add a public IP later?
Yes — upon request and subject to availability.
Yes — upon request and subject to availability.
Useful internal links
If you are comparing NAT VPS with other services, review the main VPS pages before choosing a plan.
How to choose a NAT VPS in Bulgaria
A NAT VPS is a good choice when you need a lower-cost VPS in Bulgaria with real compute resources, but without requiring a dedicated public IPv4 address at all times. This type of service is suitable for WordPress websites, backend services, API applications, automation, development environments and projects where outbound connectivity is more important than direct inbound access.
The main advantage of a NAT VPS is the balance between price and resources. You still get CPU, RAM and NVMe storage comparable to a standard VPS in Bulgaria, but at a lower cost because public IPv4 is not dedicated to every machine by default. This makes it a practical option for staging environments, small to medium websites, cron jobs, internal tools, control panels and services that can operate behind reverse proxy, VPN or opened ports on request.
If your project requires direct public IP access, custom network configuration or broader flexibility for inbound traffic, you can review the standard VPS plans or the more balanced VPS Plus. If you are not sure whether NAT VPS is the right option, the most practical approach is to contact us through the contact form or test the infrastructure with a trial VPS.