Gallant FX provides FREE VPS hosting to Live Funded account holders, and support PC, Mac, Linux and iPhone!

We use the top rated hosting provider Rackspace to manage our hardware (click here for their Gallant Case Study), along with our own Web 2.0 proprietary technology, and supported by FOREX professionals that have the background and understanding to help your business!

What is a Virtual Private Server (VPS)?

A Virtual Private Server (VPS) very simply is a service that enables a trader to have his or her trading platform hosted remotely. This connection avoids down time that can be caused by dropped Internet connections and power outages.

In these days of lightning fast order execution, down time of even seconds can cost the trader real money. As a result, a VPS has become a necessary tool for the trader’s trading arsenal. With most VPS’s, the connection is made through a Windows “Remote Desktop Connection”. The user is given an IP address by the provider, along with a password. Once the information is entered, the user is now logged on to the remote server. The user then sees a familiar desktop and can use Meta Trader 4 (MT4) trading platforms identical to those installed on their own computer’s hard drive. Even if the user powers down his or her computer, the trading platforms will remain open.

All MT4 Expert Advisors, Scripts and Indicators can be uploaded to the trading platform. Generally the user must perform most of these actions. Many providers guarantee a high percentage of up time as well as an emergency support ticket system for fast contact in case of urgent issues. So far, so good. However, there are limitations to this form of VPS. First, low-tier packages offered by providers appear to be relatively inexpensive. Yet they come with limited amounts of both RAM and disk space. If the user attempts to use too many resources, the VPS could crash and the user would be forced to upgrade to a more expensive package. In addition, problems inherent in the Windows Server Operating System can cause crashes and have limitations of its own. Specifically Spyware, Malware and Viruses can be major issues.

The Gallant VPS goes many steps further and currently provides the only VPS of its kind that is 100% web based. As a result, there are no limitations on the operating system. In fact, the user can log in directly to his or her account from any browser anywhere in the world. The Gallant VPS also uses special state-of-the-art technology whereby there are no limitations on RAM and disk space when compared to all of the other providers. Most importantly, up time is nearly 100%--a claim that most other hosting services cannot make. While most companies only provide support to windows clients, we support Mac OSX (and OS9) as well as Linux clients. Our technology does not depend on the Microsoft server platform, thus allowing anyone with an Internet connection direct access to his own MT platform.

Our hosting package provides our clients real-time access to their individual accounts. This gives you the ability to view, manage and trade in real-time, and host live or demo Expert Advisors. In sum, a VPS is a necessity for those traders who want to protect their account from dropped connections and power outages.

Below is a list of the core VPS features which pertain to our release.

• Web Based
  MT4 through a WEB BROWSER - Whether you are using Firefox, Safari, Chrome or Internet Explorer, the Gallant VPS gives you easy and instant access to your account.
• iPhone/Mobile Compatible
  Want to trade using your iPhone? No problem. Your Gallant VPS hosted trading account can be accessed from anywhere in the world from your iPhone.
• Unix (Linux) Operating System
  Unlike the rest of the competition that is Windows-based, the Gallant VPS is Unix-based. Windows-based VPS platforms are subject to Spyware, Malware, Viruses and crashes.
• White Label Customization
  Are you a vendor looking for a customized "White Label" VPS solution? We offer fully customizable solutions enabling you to create your own brand of VPS to offer to your clients.
• EA Developer 'Friendly'
  Unlike the rest of the competition that is Windows-based, the Gallant VPS is Unix-based. Windows-based VPS platforms are subject to Spyware, Malware, Viruses and crashes.
• Development Add-Ons
  Our VPS allows 3rt party development to co-exist with the Metatrader 4 platform. This allows for 3rd party service providers to enhance the product, with custom services to their customers.