Hetzner

Hetzner Cloud WordPress Deployment

Deploy WordPress to Hetzner Cloud servers with PloyWP's automated deployment platform. Get German engineering reliability at unbeatable prices.

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Overview

Hetzner Cloud combines German engineering excellence with incredibly competitive pricing, making it an ideal choice for WordPress hosting. PloyWP's integration with Hetzner enables you to:

  • Deploy to GDPR-compliant European data centers (Germany & Finland)
  • Benefit from exceptional price-performance ratio (starting at €3.29/month)
  • Get 20TB included traffic with every server (no surprise bandwidth bills)
  • Enjoy reliable performance powered by 100% renewable energy
  • Free IPv6 addresses included with every cloud server

🌍 Perfect for European Projects

Hetzner's data centers in Nuremberg, Falkenstein, Helsinki, and Ashburn provide excellent connectivity to European users while ensuring full GDPR compliance and data sovereignty.

Prerequisites

Before connecting Hetzner to PloyWP, ensure you have:

1

Hetzner Cloud Account

An active Hetzner Cloud account. Sign up at hetzner.com/cloud

2

Cloud Project

At least one project created in Hetzner Cloud Console (projects organize your resources)

3

API Token

A project-specific API token with read and write permissions

4

Payment Method

Valid payment method configured (PayPal, credit card, or SEPA direct debit)

Creating Your Hetzner Cloud API Token

Important Security Note

API tokens provide full access to your Hetzner Cloud project. Each token is project-specific and should be kept secure. PloyWP encrypts and stores your tokens using industry-standard security practices.

1

Access Hetzner Cloud Console

Log in to your Hetzner account and navigate to the Cloud Console at console.hetzner.cloud

2

Select Your Project

Choose the project you want to use with PloyWP. If you haven't created a project yet, click "New Project" and give it a descriptive name like "WordPress Sites".

3

Navigate to API Tokens

In your project, click on "Security" in the left sidebar, then select "API Tokens" from the submenu.

4

Generate API Token

Click the "Generate API Token" button and configure:

Description:

PloyWP WordPress Deployment

Permissions:

Read & Write access is required to create and manage cloud servers

5

Copy Your Token

⚠️ Important: Copy your token immediately! It will only be displayed once.

After clicking "Generate API Token", your new token will be displayed. Copy it completely and store it securely. You'll need this token to connect Hetzner to PloyWP.

Connecting Hetzner to PloyWP

Once you have your API token, follow these steps to connect Hetzner Cloud:

  1. 1

    Navigate to Settings → Cloud Providers in your PloyWP dashboard

  2. 2

    Click "Add Provider" and select Hetzner Cloud

  3. 3

    Enter a friendly name (e.g., "Hetzner EU Servers")

  4. 4

    Paste your API token and click "Connect"

  5. 5

    PloyWP will verify the connection and display available locations

Connection Successful!

Once connected, you can start deploying WordPress sites to any Hetzner data center location.

Recommended Server Types for WordPress

Hetzner offers exceptional value with their cloud servers. Here are our recommendations based on WordPress requirements:

CX11 - Starter

Personal blogs & small sites

€3.29/month

~$3.60 USD

  • 2 GB RAM
  • 1 vCPU (Intel/AMD)
  • 20 GB NVMe SSD
  • 20 TB traffic included
Perfect for ~15k monthly visitors
BEST VALUE

CX21 - Professional

Business sites & agencies

€5.83/month

~$6.40 USD

  • 4 GB RAM
  • 2 vCPUs (Intel/AMD)
  • 40 GB NVMe SSD
  • 20 TB traffic included
Ideal for ~75k monthly visitors

CX31 - Business

WooCommerce & high traffic

€10.59/month

~$11.60 USD

  • 8 GB RAM
  • 2 vCPUs (Intel/AMD)
  • 80 GB NVMe SSD
  • 20 TB traffic included
Handles ~150k monthly visitors

💡 Pro Tip: Incredible Value Proposition

Hetzner's pricing is typically 40-60% lower than competitors while offering premium NVMe storage and generous 20TB traffic allowance. The CX21 at €5.83/month offers performance comparable to $20-25/month servers from other providers.

Hetzner's European Data Centers

Deploy your WordPress sites to strategically located data centers for optimal performance:

DE

Germany

Nuremberg (nbg1)

Central Europe connectivity

Falkenstein (fsn1)

Eastern Germany location

🔒 Strict German data protection laws
FI

Finland

Helsinki (hel1)

Nordic & Baltic region coverage

❄️ Efficient cooling, lower environmental impact
US

United States

Ashburn, VA (ash)

East Coast USA coverage

🌎 Serve North American audiences

All Locations Include:

  • 100% renewable energy
  • GDPR compliance
  • IPv4 and IPv6 included
  • 99.9% uptime SLA

Understanding Hetzner's Pricing Advantage

What You Pay Hetzner

  • Hourly server charges (capped at monthly rate)
  • 20TB traffic included (€1/TB overage)
  • Snapshots: €0.01/GB per month
  • Backups: 20% of server cost (optional)

Cost Comparison

4GB RAM Server

Hetzner: €5.83/mo vs Others: $20-25/mo

Traffic Allowance

Hetzner: 20TB included vs Others: 1-4TB typical

Storage Type

All servers include NVMe SSD storage

💰 Example Monthly Cost

Professional WordPress site: €5.83/mo to Hetzner + $5-$29/mo to PloyWP = $11-$35/mo total for enterprise-grade WordPress hosting with full automation.

Common Issues & Troubleshooting

API Token Authentication Failed

If you receive an authentication error when connecting Hetzner:

  • Verify you're using a project-specific token (not account-wide)
  • Ensure the token has "Read & Write" permissions selected
  • Check you're connecting to the correct project
  • Confirm no extra spaces were copied with the token

Server Creation Limit Reached

Hetzner has default limits for new accounts:

  • New accounts limited to 10 servers initially
  • Request limit increase via support ticket
  • Limits automatically increase with account age
  • Consider deleting unused servers to free slots

SSH Key Issues

If PloyWP can't connect to your server:

  • PloyWP automatically manages SSH keys
  • Ensure Cloud Init is enabled (default setting)
  • Check Hetzner firewall isn't blocking port 22
  • Allow 1-2 minutes for server initialization

Location-Specific Errors

Sometimes specific locations may have temporary issues:

  • Try deploying to an alternative location
  • Check Hetzner status page for maintenance
  • Some server types may be temporarily unavailable
  • Contact support if issues persist

Need Help?

Our support team is experienced with Hetzner integrations and can help resolve any issues quickly.