Ikoula

What Ikoula does

Ikoula is a French web hosting, dedicated server, and managed IT infrastructure provider founded in 1998 and headquartered in Boulogne-Billancourt, with operational staff in Reims and wholly-owned subsidiaries in the Netherlands and Spain. The company operates two proprietary data centers — Reims IKDC1 (1,750 m², last-generation infrastructure, full electrical redundancy, 100% renewable energy) and Eppes — and a 100 Gbit/s network capacity with 350+ peering agreements. Its product portfolio is structured as core infrastructure (eight dedicated server ranges including Agile, Power, Regen, GPU, Xtreme, Classic, Synology NAS, and Proxmox; plus Linux/Windows/HA/3CX/Plesk VPS and shared web hosting) extended by an add-on stack covering Veeam backup, Microsoft 365 and Zimbra collaboration, Fortinet/ESET/Cyberwatch/Mantra cybersecurity, and three-tier managed services (Silver/Gold/Platinum). Pricing is subscription-based monthly (dedicated servers from €21/month ex VAT; VPS from €2.73/month; web hosting from €6.99/month), with annual billing discounts and entry-level discovery promotions.

Ikoula serves primarily small and medium businesses alongside enterprise/mid-market customers, with selective vertical focus on healthcare via its HADS (Accredited Health Data Host) certification and AI/ML workloads via its GPU server range. Go-to-market combines a self-serve e-commerce platform (shop.ikoula.com), direct phone/email enterprise sales, and — since the September 2021 acquisition by Sewan Group — channel distribution through Sewan's 1,000+ partner network and 75,000 customers across France, Spain, Belgium, and Germany. As of 2020, Ikoula reported €8M in revenue and 6,600+ customers across 60 countries; it is currently led by General Manager Dũng LY (appointed April 2024) and holds ISO 27001, ISO 50001, GDPR sub-processor status, EU Code of Conduct for Data Centres participation, and Green Web Foundation verification.

Name

Ikoula

Legal name

Ikoula

Website

https://ikoula.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Ikoula is a French web hosting and managed infrastructure provider operating two owned data centers in France, offering dedicated servers, VPS, web hosting, GPU compute, and three-tier managed services to 6,600+ SMB and enterprise customers across 60 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cloud Infrastructure and Managed Hosting Services

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182), Computer Facilities Management Services (541513)

SIC

Services-Computer Rental & Leasing (7377)

akta.pro primary industry

End-User Computing Outsourcing (EUC / Desktop Services) (BPAEAMAE)

Keywords

• Dedicated server hosting
• Managed cloud services
• Virtual private servers
• Web hosting solutions
• Data center colocation

Headquarters

HQ city

Boulogne

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Dedicated Server Hosting: Recurring subscription revenue from renting dedicated physical servers across multiple ranges (Agile, Power, Regen, GPU, Xtreme, Classic, Synology NAS, Proxmox) with configurable CPU, RAM, storage, and operating system options.
2. VPS/Virtual Server Hosting: Monthly recurring revenue from virtual private servers including Linux VPS, Windows VPS, high availability VPS, 3CX VPS, and managed Plesk VPS offerings.
3. Web Hosting: Shared hosting subscriptions for Linux and Windows environments, domain name registration services, and SSL certificate provisioning.
4. Managed Services (Infogérance): Three-tier managed services (Silver, Gold, Platinum levels) providing outsourcing of IT infrastructure with 24/7 technical support, monitoring, and operational account management.
5. Hardware Sales: Sale of servers and related hardware as part of dedicated server offerings, including configurable options and add-ons.
6. Cybersecurity Solutions: Referenced ESET cybersecurity solutions offered as part of security portfolio including Fortinet firewall, Cyberwatch vulnerability management, and Mantra security awareness training.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Ikoula is a French web hosting and managed services provider that rents dedicated physical servers, virtual private servers, shared web hosting, domain names, and SSL certificates, backed by 24/7 technical support and three tiers of managed services (Silver, Gold, Platinum). All services run on two proprietary data centers in France (Reims IKDC1 and Eppes) with full electrical redundancy, 100% renewable energy, and ISO 27001/ISO 50001 certifications, complemented by cybersecurity, backup, and collaboration add-ons.

Product overview

Ikoula is a French web hosting and managed services provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of IT infrastructure solutions since 1998. The product portfolio is organized as a platform-plus-modules architecture consisting of core infrastructure products (dedicated servers, VPS, web hosting) complemented by integrated add-on services (backup, cybersecurity, collaboration). Dedicated server ranges include Agile (versatile), Regen (Circular IT/refurbished), Power (professional), GPU (AI/graphics), Xtreme (high-performance), Classic (refurbished), Synology NAS (storage), and Proxmox (virtualization). VPS offerings include Linux, Windows, High Availability, 3CX telephony, and Managed Plesk variants. Web hosting covers Linux and Windows shared hosting with domain registration and SSL certificates. Add-on modules include Veeam backup services, Microsoft 365 and Zimbra collaboration suites, Fortinet/ESET/Cyberwatch/Mantra cybersecurity solutions, and professional managed services with three tiers (Silver/Gold/Platinum). The company operates two proprietary data centers in France (Reims and Eppes) and has been part of the SEWAN group since 2021.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Agile Dedicated Servers Versatile dedicated server range offering flexible Intel and AMD processor configurations from entry-level to high-performance for businesses and projects requiring scalable single-tenant infrastructure.
• Power Dedicated Servers Professional-grade dedicated servers with powerful configurations based on Intel Xeon and AMD EPYC processors, designed for business applications, databases, and professional environments.
• Regen Dedicated Servers Premium Circular IT range of re-engineered dedicated servers configured to combine performance, resilience, and reduced environmental impact for sustainability-focused buyers.
• GPU Dedicated Servers High-performance dedicated servers equipped with NVIDIA/AMD graphics cards for AI, 3D rendering, machine learning, and accelerated computing workloads.
• Xtreme Dedicated Servers Ultra-high-performance dual-processor dedicated servers with AMD EPYC and Intel Bi-Xeon processors for big data, intensive computing, and massive hosting workloads.
• Classic Dedicated Servers Refurbished dedicated servers offering proven configurations and excellent value for money for classic hosting or business needs.
• Synology NAS Dedicated Servers Turnkey Synology NAS (Network Attached Storage) servers hosted in Ikoula's data centers for backup, file sharing, and data centralization.
• Proxmox Dedicated Servers Dedicated servers with Proxmox VE virtualization solution pre-installed, consolidating computing, networking, and storage into a single platform for simplified IT infrastructure management.
• Linux VPS Fully customizable Linux virtual private server at competitive pricing, allowing customers to configure resources to specific project requirements.
• Windows VPS Virtual private server running a Windows environment, providing complete Windows server functionality in a virtualized environment for Windows-based workloads.
• High Availability VPS High-availability virtual private server with redundant infrastructure and failover capabilities to guarantee data accessibility and business continuity.
• VPS 3CX Virtual telephony server hosting the 3CX IP PBX solution in Ikoula's professional, secured data centers for high-availability business communication.
• Managed Plesk VPS Virtual private server with Plesk control panel pre-installed, designed for web agencies and developer teams to simplify website management across multiple domains.
• Linux Web Hosting Shared web hosting packages for Linux environments with PHP, MySQL, and open-source technology support, available in three hosting packs.
• Windows Web Hosting ASP.NET and SQL Server web hosting positioned as a low-cost market offering for Windows-based web applications and .NET workloads.
• Domain Name Registration Domain registration service offering over 470 domain extensions including .com, .fr, .be, .ai, .biz, .co.uk, .de, and many others.
• SSL Certificates SSL security certificates from GeoTrust to secure e-commerce activities and reassure customers, available on annual subscription.
• Managed Services (Infogérance) Comprehensive managed IT services with three service levels (Silver, Gold, Platinum) ranging from basic infrastructure supervision to complete information system outsourcing with dedicated technician teams.
• Operational Account Manager (ROC) Dedicated Operational Account Manager service providing personalized support and optimal service management for business clients on managed services engagements.
• Housing & Colocation Data center colocation services allowing customers to host their own servers in Ikoula's highly secure, France-located proprietary data centers.
• Microsoft 365

Quantifiable outcome

• Network cost reduction of up to 90% achievable through optimized cloud architecture
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• ArteriacoreTechnology or Integration · 27 February 2025Strategic partnership between Ikoula and Arteria (subsidiary of RTE - France's Transmission System Operator) to reinforce telecoms diversity at the Reims IKDC1 data center. Arteria provides access to its exclusive 'Air Force Wan' network and wavelength offerings (10G to 800G), offering diversified routing compared to other operators. This enables complete meshing of Ikoula's core network with new resilience and performance capabilities using routes different from existing connections.
• ESETcoreTechnology or Integration · 12 September 2022Cybersecurity partnership where IKOULA references ESET (Europe's No. 1 security solutions provider) solutions to offer businesses professional endpoint protection against ransomware and zero-day threats. ESET provides Cloud Sandboxing technology, full disk encryption, and advanced multi-layer protection, integrated into Ikoula's security portfolio.
• Sewan GroupflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 September 2021Ikoula was acquired by Sewan Group in September 2021, becoming a subsidiary. Sewan is a French telecoms scale-up founded in 2007 with 700 employees and €150M revenue, aiming to simplify corporate communications. The acquisition enabled Sewan to strengthen cloud expertise, control end-to-end cloud offering in France and Europe, and expand its product portfolio with Ikoula's dedicated hosting capabilities.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationMajor technology partner for Microsoft 365 suite, Windows Server licensing, and Azure-related services. Offers Microsoft 365 from €5.35 €HT/mois.
• VEEAMcoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic backup partner offering Veeam BaaS (Backup as a Service) and Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365. Veeam is described as the No. 1 in backup and replication.
• FORTINETcoreTechnology or IntegrationCybersecurity partner providing Fortinet firewall solutions, described as the market leader in network security. Offered as part of Ikoula's cybersecurity solutions portfolio.
• SynologycoreTechnology or IntegrationNAS storage solutions partner offering Synology DiskStation and RackStation devices as part of dedicated storage server range.
• PROXMOXcoreTechnology or IntegrationVirtualization platform partner offering Proxmox VE compatible dedicated servers, enabling computing, networking, and storage in a single solution.
• OpenSRSminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDomain registrar partner for domain name registration services.
• OpenProviderminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDomain registrar partner for domain name registration services.
• TD SYNNEXminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTechnology distribution partner for hardware and software products.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• OVHcloud: France-based global cloud and dedicated server provider. Closest direct competitor to Ikoula with overlapping IaaS, dedicated hosting, and managed services for European SMB and enterprise customers.
• Scaleway: French cloud provider offering dedicated servers, VPS, and object storage with its own data centers. Directly comparable to Ikoula on sovereign European cloud positioning and SMB/mid-market focus.
• Hetzner: German hosting provider operating owned data centers with a strong dedicated-server and VPS product line. Highly comparable on product mix, pricing discipline, and European SMB customer base.
• 1&1 IONOS: Major European hosting and cloud provider serving SMBs with shared hosting, dedicated servers, VPS, and managed services. Comparable on full-stack hosting breadth and pan-European reach.
• Infomaniak: Swiss independent hosting and cloud provider with owned data centers, strong sustainability credentials, and a similar SMB/mid-market profile. Closely aligned with Ikoula on sovereignty and ESG positioning.
• Leaseweb: European-headquartered provider of dedicated servers, cloud, and managed hosting. Comparable on infrastructure portfolio, hybrid cloud offerings, and enterprise/SMB customer mix.
• Gandi: French hosting and domain registrar with shared hosting, VPS, and SSL offerings. Comparable to Ikoula on French-market positioning, domain registration breadth, and SMB focus.

Regional players

• Combell: Belgian managed hosting provider serving SMB and enterprise customers with dedicated servers, managed services, and security solutions. Comparable on managed-services model, though primarily Benelux-focused.

Broad incumbents

• Equinix: Global colocation and interconnection giant. Not a direct competitor but a broad incumbent offering overlapping colocation services at the Reims and Eppes sites Ikoula serves.

Others

• Adista: French B2B telecom and managed-services operator (former employer of Ikoula MD Macchi). An adjacent ecosystem participant in French enterprise connectivity that overlaps on managed-infrastructure buyer relationships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ikoula
• YouTubeyoutube.com/ikoulanet
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ikoula
• Facebookfacebook.com/ikoula

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Ikoula