My Linux VPS is slow, what should I check first?

If your VPS is showing slowness, in most cases the problem is related to resource usage or a specific process. Before opening a ticket, we recommend checking the points below:

1. CPU Usage

Check if any process is consuming excessive CPU. Constant use close to 100% can cause system slowdowns.

Recommended command:

htop

2. RAM Memory Usage and Swap

When RAM memory is at its limit, the system starts using swap, which reduces performance.

Useful commands:

free -h

3. Disk Space

A full disk can cause crashes and service failures.

Command:

df-h

4. Running Processes

Poorly configured or looping applications can consume excessive resources.

Tip: in htop, sort by CPU or memory to quickly identify the responsible process.

5. Server Restart

In many cases, a simple restart resolves slowdowns caused by frozen processes.

Command:

reboot

Important

If, after these checks, the slowdown continues, our team is available to help. In some cases, it may be necessary to optimize applications or evaluate a resource upgrade, ensuring better performance for your project.

If you still need help, open a ticket with our support.