Windows Server 2019 • Proven enterprise OS • Supported until January 2029
180-day EVAL license included — no extra cost

Windows Server 2019 VPS
Proven. Stable. The world's most deployed Windows Server.

Host4Fun Windows Server 2019 VPS with 180-day EVAL license included free. The battle-tested choice for Forex trading bots, MT4/MT5, automated trading systems, Remote Desktop Services, IIS web hosting and SQL Server. AMD Ryzen, DDR5, NVMe SSD, 10Gbps. Full RDP access. 35+ global locations from $5/mo.

Deploy Windows Server 2019 VPS Forex & Trading Bot VPS
Popular for: Forex / MT4 / MT5 Auto Trading Bots Full RDP 180-day EVAL
180
Day EVAL license
2029
End of support
35+
Global locations
24/7
Always-on VPS
$5/mo
Starting price
AMD Ryzen CPU
DDR5 RAM
NVMe SSD
10Gbps network
180-day EVAL license
Full RDP access
Forex / MT4 / MT5
Crypto accepted
Why Host4Fun

Why choose Host4Fun for Windows Server 2019 VPS?

The world's most deployed Windows Server on the fastest VPS hardware. EVAL license free, full RDP, Forex-ready low-latency locations.

Forex & trading bot VPS — 24/7 uptime

Windows Server 2019 is the go-to platform for Forex traders and automated trading system operators. MT4 and MT5 run natively, Expert Advisors execute reliably, and our always-on VPS infrastructure means your trading bot never misses a signal. Deploy in New York, London, Frankfurt or Singapore to minimise latency to major Forex broker servers.

180-day EVAL license included free

Every Windows Server 2019 VPS at Host4Fun includes a 180-day evaluation license at no extra cost. The full, unrestricted version of Windows Server 2019 with every feature and role available from day one. Convert to a full licence at any time or redeploy a fresh EVAL when needed.

Full RDP access from day one

Connect via Remote Desktop Protocol within minutes of deployment using any Windows, macOS or Linux RDP client. Windows Server 2019 RDS supports multiple concurrent user sessions for Remote Desktop Services deployments. Administrator credentials are emailed automatically as soon as your VPS is live.

Proven stability — enterprise-grade reliability

Windows Server 2019 is the most widely deployed Windows Server version in production globally. It has been battle-tested across millions of deployments — enterprise applications, SQL Server databases, Remote Desktop Services environments and web hosting stacks. When you need proven stability over cutting-edge features, Server 2019 is the right choice.

35+ global locations for low-latency trading

New York Windows Server 2019 VPS, London Windows Server 2019 VPS, Frankfurt (Germany) Windows Server 2019 VPS, Singapore Windows Server 2019 VPS — deploy your Forex bot or trading system close to the broker's matching engine. Low-latency execution can make a measurable difference in automated trading performance.

Pay any way, including crypto

Credit card, PayPal, Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT and 50+ cryptocurrencies accepted. Monthly or annual billing — save 40% on annual plans. Many Forex traders and bot operators prefer crypto payment for privacy and convenience. No long-term contracts or cancellation fees.

Forex & trading bot VPS

Windows Server 2019 VPS — the Forex trader's platform of choice

Forex traders and algorithmic trading developers have relied on Windows Server VPS for years. The reason is simple — MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, NinjaTrader and most broker-provided trading terminals are Windows-native applications. Running them on a always-on VPS means your trades execute 24/7 regardless of whether your personal computer is switched on.

Windows Server 2019 is specifically popular among Forex traders because of its proven stability, low resource overhead compared to desktop Windows versions, and broad compatibility with older MT4 Expert Advisors and Forex trading tools that have not been updated for newer OS versions.

Host4Fun's 10Gbps network and NVMe SSD provide the low-latency network connectivity and fast disk I/O that time-sensitive trading operations benefit from. Choose the location closest to your broker's server for the lowest possible order execution latency.

New York — US brokers London UK — UK/EU brokers Frankfurt DE — EU brokers Singapore — Asia brokers Amsterdam NL — EU ECN

Supported trading platforms

  • MetaTrader 4 (MT4) — full Expert Advisor support
  • MetaTrader 5 (MT5) — multi-asset, advanced EAs
  • cTrader — algorithmic cBot support
  • NinjaTrader — futures and Forex automation
  • TradingView desktop bridge tools
  • Broker-provided Windows trading terminals
  • Custom Python / C# trading bot scripts

Why VPS beats running on your PC

  • 24/7 uptime — trades execute even when you sleep
  • No missed signals from PC restarts or power cuts
  • Lower latency than home internet connections
  • Stable, isolated environment — no desktop software conflicts
  • Multiple MT4/MT5 instances on one VPS
  • RDP in from any device to monitor your bots
EVAL license explained

The 180-day Windows Server EVAL license — fully functional, zero restrictions

A Windows Server EVAL (evaluation) license is a complete, fully functional copy of Windows Server 2019 valid for 180 days from first boot. Every feature, every server role, every capability is available with no limitations. Host4Fun includes this licence with every Windows Server 2019 VPS plan at no extra charge.

For Forex traders, the EVAL licence is often all that is needed — 180 days covers many trading seasons and strategy testing periods. For developers and businesses, it provides ample time to evaluate Server 2019 for production use before committing to a full licence purchase.

Day 1

Full access — install MT4, IIS or any software

Your VPS is live with the full EVAL licence active. All Windows Server 2019 features are available. Install MT4, MT5, your trading bot, IIS or SQL Server immediately.

Day 90

Halfway reminder in Server Manager

Windows displays a notification that 90 days remain. No interruption to your trading bots or running services — everything continues normally.

Day 150

30-day expiry warning

More frequent notifications begin. Your VPS and all running applications continue without interruption. Decide whether to convert to a full licence or redeploy.

Day 180

EVAL period ends

The server enters reduced-functionality mode — hourly shutdowns. Convert to a full licence via SLMGR, or redeploy a fresh VPS with a new 180-day EVAL period.

What is included in the EVAL license

  • Full Windows Server 2019 — zero feature restrictions
  • All server roles: IIS, RDS, DNS, DHCP, AD DS, File Services
  • Windows Admin Center browser-based management
  • Full RDP and PowerShell remote access
  • MT4, MT5 and all Windows trading software runs normally
  • SQL Server installation fully supported
  • Valid for 180 days from first boot

Options when EVAL expires

  • Convert to a full retail or volume licence via SLMGR command
  • Redeploy a new VPS with a fresh 180-day EVAL period
  • Activate with a KMS server for volume licence environments
  • Migrate workload to a new fully licensed server

Best uses for the 180-day EVAL

  • Forex trading bot and EA deployment for a full trading season
  • Development, testing and staging environments
  • Short-term project and client demo environments
  • Microsoft certification study and lab environments
  • Migration testing from Windows Server 2016 or 2012
Windows Server 2019 features

What makes Windows Server 2019 the proven enterprise choice

Windows Server 2019 brought significant improvements in security, storage, networking and management. Here is what matters for VPS deployments.

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Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection

  • Integrated endpoint detection and response (EDR)
  • Attack Surface Reduction (ASR) rules built in
  • Exploit Guard for memory and network protection
  • Controlled folder access blocks ransomware
  • No third-party antivirus required for solid baseline security
💻

Remote Desktop Services (RDS)

  • Multi-session RDP for concurrent remote users
  • RemoteApp — stream individual apps to remote users
  • RD Web Access — browser-based session delivery
  • Azure hybrid connectivity for RDS deployments
  • Windows Admin Center for centralised RDS management
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Storage Spaces Direct & ReFS

  • Storage Spaces Direct v2 for software-defined storage
  • ReFS (Resilient File System) for data integrity
  • Storage Migration Service for data migration
  • Deduplication improvements for large file stores
  • FastTrack storage path for time-sensitive I/O
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Hybrid Azure connectivity

  • Azure Site Recovery for disaster recovery
  • Azure Backup integration built into Server Manager
  • Azure File Sync for cloud-tiered file server
  • Azure Arc connectivity (limited — see Server 2025 for native)
  • Windows Admin Center Azure integration panel
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Networking improvements

  • Software Defined Networking (SDN) improvements
  • Encrypted subnets for network-level encryption
  • Low Extra Delay Background Transport (LEDBAT)
  • Receive Segment Coalescing (RSC) in vSwitch
  • HTTP/2 support in IIS 10.0
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Windows Admin Center

  • Browser-based server management — no MMC required
  • Manage roles, features, storage and networking from one UI
  • Integrated PowerShell terminal in browser
  • Performance monitoring and event viewer built in
  • Extension ecosystem for third-party management tools
Use cases

What people run on Windows Server 2019 VPS

From Forex trading bots and automated trading systems to enterprise web hosting, RDS and SQL Server — Windows Server 2019 handles it all reliably.

Forex trading & MT4/MT5

Run MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5 with your Expert Advisors 24/7. Windows Server 2019's proven stability ensures your trading bot never crashes or misses a signal. Deploy in New York, London or Frankfurt for low-latency execution close to your broker's servers.

MT4 / MT5 / EA / Forex

Automated trading bots

Run Python trading bots, C# algorithmic systems, crypto trading bots and automated arbitrage scripts 24/7 on Windows Server 2019. Schedule tasks via Windows Task Scheduler, monitor via RDP and keep multiple bot instances running in parallel without interference.

Python bots / C# / Crypto bots

Remote Desktop Services (RDS)

Deploy multi-user RDP environments for your team or clients. RemoteApp streams individual Windows applications. RD Web Access provides browser-based access. Windows Server 2019 RDS is the most widely used version of Remote Desktop Services in enterprise environments.

RDP / RemoteApp / Multi-user

IIS and ASP.NET web hosting

Host ASP.NET 4.8, ASP.NET Core, PHP and classic ASP web applications on IIS 10.0 with HTTP/2. Windows Server 2019 IIS is a mature, stable platform for production .NET web applications with a large ecosystem of compatible modules and extensions.

IIS 10 / ASP.NET / HTTP2

SQL Server and MSSQL

SQL Server 2019 on Windows Server 2019 is one of the most proven database combinations in enterprise computing. NVMe SSD delivers the IOPS SQL Server needs. SQL Server Express is free for smaller databases. Deploy reporting services, SSIS and full OLTP workloads.

SQL Server 2019 / MSSQL / SSRS

.NET and legacy application hosting

Run legacy .NET 4.x, .NET 3.5, COM+ and classic Windows applications that require a Windows Server environment. Windows Server 2019 has the broadest software compatibility of any supported Windows Server version — ideal for older enterprise applications that cannot be migrated to newer OS versions.

.NET Framework / COM+ / Legacy

Windows game servers

Host Minecraft Bedrock/Java, ARK Survival, Valheim, FiveM (GTA RP) and other Windows-native game servers. Windows Server 2019 has excellent game server compatibility and AMD Ryzen single-thread performance for game workloads. Deploy in your players' region from 35+ locations.

Minecraft / ARK / FiveM / GTA RP

Enterprise applications & ERP

Run Windows-native ERP and CRM systems — Dynamics GP, older Dynamics NAV, QuickBooks Server, Sage and similar business applications that require a stable Windows Server environment. Windows Server 2019's proven compatibility with enterprise business software is unmatched.

ERP / CRM / Dynamics / Sage
Version comparison

Windows Server 2019 vs 2025 vs 2022 vs 2016 vs 2012 — full comparison

Not sure which Windows Server version to pick? Here is a complete side-by-side to help you choose the right version for your workload.

Feature
2025
2022
⭐ 2019 (this page)
2016
2012
Support status
Until Oct 2034
Until Oct 2031
Until Jan 2029
Until Jan 2027
EOL Oct 2023
180-day EVAL license
Included
Included
Included
Included
Included
MT4 / MT5 compatibility
Yes
Yes
Yes — proven stable
Yes
EOL risk
Hotpatching (no reboot)
Native
Azure only
No
No
No
Secured-core server
Default on
Available
No
No
No
Windows Admin Center
Yes
Yes
Yes — introduced here
No
No
Software compatibility
Newest apps
Very broad
Broadest — most tested
Good
EOL — unsafe
TLS 1.3
Native
Native
Partial
No
No
Best for
New deployments, cloud-native
Production standard, IIS
Forex bots, RDS, legacy .NET
Legacy .NET, older SQL
EOL — migrate now

All versions available at Host4Fun — Server 2025 • Server 2022 • Server 2016 • Server 2012 (EOL guide)

Simple process

Deploy Windows Server 2019 VPS in 3 steps

From order to live RDP session — or MT4 running — in under 5 minutes.

1

Choose your plan and location

Select a VPS plan from $5/month. For Forex trading bots, pick the location closest to your broker's matching engine — New York for US brokers, London or Frankfurt for EU brokers, Singapore for Asian brokers. For RDS or web hosting, pick the location closest to your users.

2

Select Windows Server 2019

Choose Windows Server 2019 as your operating system. The 180-day EVAL licence is automatically included at no extra cost. Administrator credentials and RDP connection details are provisioned and emailed automatically as soon as your VPS is deployed.

3

Connect via RDP and install your software

Open Remote Desktop Connection, enter the credentials from your email and connect. Install MT4, MT5, your trading bot, IIS, SQL Server or any Windows application. Your VPS runs 24/7 — no need to keep your personal computer switched on.

Transparent pricing

Windows Server 2019 VPS plans — from $5/month

All plans include Windows Server 2019 with 180-day EVAL licence. Full RDP access, NVMe SSD and AMD Ryzen on every tier. Perfect for Forex bots, RDS and web hosting.

Spark
MT4 / MT5 / single bot
$5/mo
✦ Windows Server 2019 • 180-day EVAL
 
  • 1 vCPU AMD Ryzen core
  • 1 GB DDR5 RAM
  • 15 GB NVMe SSD
  • 2 TB bandwidth
  • 1 Gbps port
  • Full RDP access
  • 180-day EVAL license
  • MT4 / MT5 ready
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Flux
Multiple bots / small RDS
$7/mo
✦ Windows Server 2019 • 180-day EVAL
 
  • 2 vCPU AMD Ryzen cores
  • 2 GB DDR5 RAM
  • 30 GB NVMe SSD
  • 4 TB bandwidth
  • 10 Gbps port
  • Full RDP access
  • Multiple MT4/MT5 instances
  • Remote Desktop Services
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Most popular
Nova
RDS, SQL Server and production
$14/mo
✦ Windows Server 2019 • 180-day EVAL
 
  • 4 vCPU AMD Ryzen cores
  • 4 GB DDR5 RAM
  • 60 GB NVMe SSD
  • 8 TB bandwidth
  • 10 Gbps port
  • Full RDP access
  • SQL Server 2019 ready
  • Priority support
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Titan
Enterprise RDS and heavy workloads
$28/mo
✦ Windows Server 2019 • 180-day EVAL
 
  • 6 vCPU AMD Ryzen cores
  • 8 GB DDR5 RAM
  • 120 GB NVMe SSD
  • 16 TB bandwidth
  • 10 Gbps port
  • Full RDP access
  • Multi-user RDS deployment
  • Priority support
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Server locations

Windows Server 2019 VPS in 35+ global locations

Deploy your Forex trading bot, RDS server or web application close to where it matters. All locations include the 180-day EVAL licence and full RDP access.

USA & North America — Windows Server 2019 VPS
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Europe — Windows Server 2019 VPS
🇩🇪Germany WS2019 VPSFrankfurt, DE 🇬🇧UK WS2019 VPSLondon, UK 🇫🇷France WS2019 VPSParis, FR 🇳🇱Netherlands WS2019 VPSAmsterdam, NL 🇵🇱Poland WS2019 VPSWarsaw, PL 🇳🇴Norway WS2019 VPSOslo, NO 🇫🇮Finland WS2019 VPSHelsinki, FI 🇪🇸Spain WS2019 VPSMadrid, ES 🇮🇹Italy WS2019 VPSMilan, IT 🇷🇴Romania WS2019 VPSBucharest, RO
Asia & Oceania — Windows Server 2019 VPS
🇸🇬Singapore WS2019 VPSSingapore 🇯🇵Japan WS2019 VPSTokyo, JP 🇲🇾Malaysia WS2019 VPSKuala Lumpur 🇦🇺Australia WS2019 VPSSydney, AU
Other Windows Server versions

Explore all Windows Server VPS options at Host4Fun

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Frequently asked questions

Windows Server 2019 VPS — your questions answered

Everything about Forex trading bots, MT4/MT5, EVAL licences, RDS, SQL Server and deploying Windows Server 2019 VPS at Host4Fun.

Windows Server 2019 VPS hosting is a virtual private server running Microsoft Windows Server 2019 — the most widely deployed Windows Server version in production globally, supported by Microsoft until January 2029. Host4Fun includes a free 180-day EVAL licence with every plan, starting from $5/month on AMD Ryzen, DDR5 RAM and NVMe SSD across 35+ global locations. It is the preferred platform for Forex trading bots, MT4/MT5, Remote Desktop Services, IIS web hosting and SQL Server deployments.
Yes — Windows Server 2019 VPS is one of the most popular choices for Forex trading bots and automated trading software. MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), cTrader and most Forex Expert Advisors run natively on Windows Server 2019. Host4Fun's low-latency locations in New York, London (UK), Frankfurt (Germany), Singapore and Amsterdam allow you to deploy your trading VPS close to major Forex broker servers for minimal execution latency. Your bot runs 24/7 regardless of whether your personal computer is switched on.
A Windows Server EVAL (evaluation) licence is a fully functional copy of Windows Server 2019 valid for 180 days from first boot. There are no feature restrictions — every server role, feature and management capability is available. After 180 days you can convert to a full retail or volume licence, redeploy a fresh VPS with a new EVAL period, or migrate your workload. Host4Fun includes the EVAL licence with every Windows Server 2019 VPS plan at no additional charge.
Yes. Windows Server 2019 is fully supported by Microsoft until January 9, 2029. It continues to receive monthly security patches, bug fixes and cumulative updates as part of Microsoft's extended support lifecycle. It is a safe, production-ready platform for any workload that requires supported infrastructure through 2029.
Yes. MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and MetaTrader 5 (MT5) are fully compatible with Windows Server 2019 and run with excellent stability. Install the MT4 or MT5 terminal, configure your Expert Advisor or trading bot, and leave it running 24/7 on your VPS. Windows Server 2019 is widely regarded as one of the most stable environments for unattended MT4 and MT5 operation, with a long track record in the Forex trading community.
The best location depends on your broker's server. For US-based Forex brokers and futures markets, choose New York or Ashburn (Virginia). For European and UK brokers, choose London (UK) or Frankfurt (Germany). For ECN brokers using Amsterdam infrastructure, choose Netherlands. For Asian Forex brokers and markets, choose Singapore or Japan. Deploying your trading VPS in the same city as your broker's matching engine minimises order execution latency.
Remote Desktop Services (RDS) on Windows Server 2019 allows multiple users to connect to the same server via RDP simultaneously. It supports RemoteApp for publishing individual Windows applications to remote users, RD Session Host for full desktop sessions, and RD Web Access for browser-based access. Windows Server 2019 RDS introduced Windows Admin Center for centralised management and improved Azure hybrid connectivity for RDS deployments.
Yes. IIS 10.0 and full ASP.NET support are built into Windows Server 2019. You can host ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET 4.8, PHP via FastCGI and classic ASP applications. IIS on Windows Server 2019 supports HTTP/2 and is a mature, stable platform for production .NET web applications with a wide ecosystem of compatible modules and extensions.
Yes. SQL Server 2019 and SQL Server 2017 are the recommended database versions for Windows Server 2019. NVMe SSD on all Host4Fun plans provides the high IOPS that SQL Server workloads need. SQL Server Express is free to install for smaller databases. SQL Server 2019 on Windows Server 2019 is one of the most proven database combinations in enterprise production computing.
Windows Server 2019 is the most popular choice for Forex traders because of its exceptional stability and long track record with MT4 and MT5. Most Expert Advisors in use today were built and tested on Windows Server 2019. Windows Server 2022 is a solid alternative with better security. Windows Server 2025 is best for new deployments where Hotpatching is a priority. All three are fully compatible with MT4 and MT5 and include the free 180-day EVAL licence at Host4Fun.
Your Windows Server 2019 VPS provisions automatically within minutes of payment. RDP credentials are emailed instantly once the VPS is live. You can open Remote Desktop Connection, log in and start installing MT4, MT5 or any Windows application within about 5 minutes of completing your order.

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