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ZAP-Hosting is a German hosting company that sells game-server hosting, virtual and physical servers, webspace, domains and related online services. Its best-known offer is hosting for multiplayer games, with options for titles such as Minecraft, FiveM and ARK.

ZAP-Hosting plans compared

  1. Minecraft · Palworld · Rust · ARK: Survival Evolved · Valheim · +1
    6.4/10
    RAM
    2 GB
    Player slots
    4
    Price
    $3.17/mo same price

Prices per month excl. VAT where the provider states so. The average cost includes the renewal price after the intro period. Prices checked 5 November 2026, 15:00.

All specifications

Plan ZAP-Hosting
Memory (RAM) 2 GB
VAT Incl. btw
DDoS protection Yes
Games Minecraft, Minecraft Bedrock, Hytale, Palworld, Rust, ARK: Survival Evolved, Valheim, Enshrouded, Satisfactory, Terraria, Project Zomboid, 7 Days to Die, DayZ, Conan Exiles, V Rising, Sons of the Forest, The Forest, Factorio, Garry's Mod, Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, Left 4 Dead 2, FiveM, RedM, Unturned, Space Engineers, Don't Starve Together, Core Keeper, Vintage Story, Soulmask, Abiotic Factor, Icarus, Sunkenland, Arma 3, Arma Reforger, Squad, Insurgency: Sandstorm, Assetto Corsa, Euro Truck Simulator 2, American Truck Simulator, Starbound, Barotrauma, Eco, Necesse, Killing Floor 2, Mordhau, Avorion, Empyrion
MySQL databases Yes
Player slots 4
Backups Yes
Billing Maandelijks, Per kwartaal, Jaarlijks, Meerjarig, Halfjaarlijks
Storage 10 GB
Support Live chat, E-mail, Ticket
Modpack installer Yes
Website/support language Engels, Duits
Locations Nederland, Duitsland, Verenigd Koninkrijk, Verenigde Staten, Canada, Singapore, Australië
Free trial No
File access Yes
Supported games 100
Server in the Netherlands Yes
24/7 support Yes
Dedicated IP No
Locations in Europe Yes
Voice server (TeamSpeak/Mumble) No
Control panel Eigen paneel
Instant self-service setup Yes
Mod/plugin installer Yes
Popular games Minecraft, Palworld, Rust, ARK: Survival Evolved, Valheim, FiveM
Pricing model Abonnement
Switch games Yes
Number of locations 8
Payment methods Creditcard, PayPal, Bankoverschrijving, Paysafecard
Backup frequency Daily

About the company

ZAP-Hosting GmbH is based in Münster, Germany. The company says Marvin Kluck founded it in May 2010, starting the business from his childhood bedroom. Its current legal notice identifies ZAP-Hosting GmbH as the operator. The available information does not establish a parent company or confirm the founder's ownership stake.

The brand is particularly associated with game-server hosting, but its catalogue extends to other server products and services for gaming communities, websites and online projects.

What ZAP-Hosting sells

  • Game-server hosting: Hosted servers for a broad range of supported games and configurations. The listed options include game controls, file access, backups and mod or plugin installation on supported setups. This is aimed at players who want a multiplayer server without managing the physical hardware.
  • Lifetime game servers: One-time-purchase game-server options where offered, rather than the usual subscription arrangement.
  • TeamSpeak servers: Hosted voice servers for groups that want a dedicated place to talk while gaming.
  • VPS and virtual servers: Virtual private servers, including configurations for selected applications. These offer a more general-purpose server environment than a game-specific package.
  • Root and dedicated servers: Root-server hosting and physical servers for customers who need server-level control or dedicated hardware.
  • Webspace and domains: Website hosting, domain registration and domain transfers for websites and online projects.
  • Bot hosting: Hosting for TeamSpeak and Discord music bots, plus Discord bots using Java, Python or Node.js.
  • Premium backup storage: A separate storage service for backups.

Servers, locations and support

ZAP-Hosting lists data-centre locations in Europe and the United States, as well as partner locations in Canada, Singapore and Australia. Not every product is available in every location, so check availability for the specific service before ordering.

Support channels include a website ticket system, live chat and email. The company promotes its ZAP 2.5 web interface for managing services. Depending on the product, tools can include server controls, console access, FTP, configuration editing and backups. Support hours and live-agent availability can vary by channel and product.

Who should consider ZAP-Hosting?

ZAP-Hosting may suit gaming groups that want a hosted server for a supported game, plus users looking for virtual or dedicated servers and related services from one provider. It may be less suitable if you need a specific product in a particular location without first checking availability, or if you want fully clear, consistent contract and cancellation terms before choosing. Review the terms for the exact service and billing arrangement.

Compare its game-server hosting with other providers, and Read our full ZAP-Hosting review for our assessment of its services, support and customer feedback.

Frequently asked questions

Where is ZAP-Hosting based?

ZAP-Hosting GmbH is based in Münster, Germany. The company says it was founded in 2010 by Marvin Kluck.

What does ZAP-Hosting offer?

Its catalogue includes game servers, lifetime game-server options where offered, TeamSpeak servers, VPS, root and dedicated servers, webspace, domains, bot hosting and backup storage.

Does ZAP-Hosting offer Minecraft and other game servers?

Yes. Its game-server range covers many supported titles, including Minecraft, FiveM, ARK, Rust and Valheim. Product availability and features can differ by game and configuration.

Which payment methods and billing terms are listed?

For the game-server plan in our comparison, listed payment methods include credit card, PayPal, bank transfer and Paysafecard. The listing shows multiple billing intervals; check the terms for the exact service, renewal and cancellation deadlines.

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