u/ExplorerReality

Is iCloud down? I can’t access my email.

Hi everyone,
My clients are expanding and projects are using a lot of server space, and I want to get a nice, cheap VPS for mostly email hosting and storage with Ubuntu 24.04 LTS.

My minimum requirements are:

* 24GB RAM or more
* 300GB SSD or greater
* Ubuntu 24.04
If possible, it is about $15/month.
Would prefer using crypto payment.

I know this budget might be tight for these specs, but I hope someone can give me a word of advice on a good provider, or a good deal.

Any suggestions or recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

I've built a complete anonymous reporting system that allows users to report what's happening in their community (with pictures, videos and sound recordings) to various categories: crime, education, religion, conflict, etc. Reports are not published until they've been reviewed.

Tech stack:

Frontend: React (Vite)

Backend: Python (FastAPI)

Database: PostgreSQL

Currently hosted on:

Frontend → Cloudflare Pages (free, works great)

Backend → Render free tier (sleeps after 15 mins — using UptimeRobot as a workaround)

Database → Supabase free tier (occasionally pauses)

The problem:

The Render and Supabase free tier is not suitable for a public platform. I want something more solid.

What I need:

Backend hosting that stays awake 24/7

Persistent PostgreSQL database that doesn't pause or expire

File storage for media uploads (photos, videos, documents)

Budget: under $20/month ideally, but open to paying more if justified

Any advice from people running similar community or tech projects is appreciated even if it requires rebuilding the project in another language. I am open in as much it is a constructive one.

I am planning to travel to China but I don’t know how to go about my visa. I am currently studying in the UK and my study is coming to an end. I am seeking for public assistance from those who have gone through this process. Any contribution will be highly appreciated.