FORPSI

What FORPSI does

FORPSI (legal entity INTERNET CZ, a.s.) is a Czech web hosting and cloud services provider operating from its owned datacenter in Ktiš, Czech Republic, which has capacity for more than 5,000 servers, redundant power, FM200 fire suppression, 24/7 surveillance, renewable-energy power with GO certification, and external connectivity exceeding 40 Gbps to multiple Internet eXchange Points. The company's product portfolio spans domain registration (.CZ, .EU, .SK, .INFO, .CLOUD, .ONLINE, .COM, .NET and many other TLDs), Linux and Windows web hosting (PHP 8.4 / ASP.NET 9, MySQL / MSSQL, HiSpeed Cache), Classic VPS, Cloud VPS, Virtual Private Cloud on OpenStack, dedicated Dell servers, server housing, professional email with antispam/antivirus (Cloudmark), SSL certificates, CMS hosting for WordPress/Joomla/Drupal, and the FORPSI Cloud platform (Database as a Service, Object Storage, Cloud Backup across six datacenters). Newer products include WP Ready (AI-assisted WordPress hosting, 2025), SuperSite with AI integration (2024), and pre-configured Classic VPS variants for AI workflows (OpenClaw, N8N, Docker, 2024).

The underlying technology stack combines OpenStack-based cloud infrastructure, VMware virtualization, Dell PowerEdge servers, Fortinet security, Cisco networking, NetApp storage, and Intel processors. FORPSI holds ISO 27001:2022, ISO 27017:2015, and ISO 27018:2019 certifications (TUV-audited), is GDPR and NIS2 compliant, is an accredited registrar with CZ.NIC (four-star certification), SK.NIC, and EURid, and is affiliated with the Aruba S.p.A. group of companies. Customer concentration is in SMBs, individuals, and medium businesses across at least eight European markets (Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Italy), with 150,000+ customers and 400,000+ .SK domains registered through the platform.

The business model is overwhelmingly subscription-based, with monthly billing for hosting, VPS, cloud, and email services and annual billing for domains and SSL certificates. Entry-level pricing is at the value end of the European market — Linux hosting from 32.50 Kč/month, Classic VPS from 70 Kč/month, dedicated servers from 675 Kč/month, with first-year promotional discounts and bundling across hosting, domain, and email packages. Go-to-market is primarily self-serve PLG via the website and customer administration portal with automated configuration and deployment, supplemented by a sales-led motion for enterprise custom solutions, managed servers, and housing. Distribution combines direct online ordering, multi-language and multi-currency storefronts (CZK, EUR; Czech, English, Slovak, Polish, Hungarian), payment partnerships with GoPay and PayPal, and identity integration with MojeID.

Name

FORPSI

Legal name

INTERNET CZ, a.s.

Website

https://forpsi.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

FORPSI (INTERNET CZ, a.s.) is a Czech web hosting and cloud provider serving 150,000+ SMB and mid-market customers across eight European markets from an owned 5,000-server datacenter in Ktiš, delivering domains, hosting, VPS, dedicated servers, email, SSL, and AI-assisted website builders on subscription terms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Web Hosting and Cloud Infrastructure

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (51821)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Managed Internet & Value-Added ISP Services (Managed Router/Wi-Fi, Security, Filtering) (HDAIADAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Business/Enterprise ISPs (Dedicated Internet Access) (HDAIADAB)

Keywords

• Web hosting services
• Domain registration
• Cloud infrastructure
• Virtual private servers
• Dedicated servers

Headquarters

HQ city

Ktis

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Domain Registration: Recurring annual registration fees for domain names including .CZ, .EU, .INFO, .CLOUD, .ONLINE, and many other TLDs. Revenue recognized yearly with renewal cycles.
2. Webhosting Services: Monthly or annual subscription for Linux and Windows webhosting with unlimited space, SSH access, databases, and emails. Includes CMS hosting (WordPress, Joomla, Drupal).
3. VPS and Cloud Services: Monthly billing for virtual private servers (Classic VPS, Cloud VPS, Virtual Private Cloud) with configurable resources on OpenStack platform.
4. Dedicated Servers: Monthly rental of physical Dell servers with full control, 24/7 monitoring, and unlimited data transfer.
5. Server Housing: Monthly fees for placing customer-owned servers in FORPSI datacenter with optimal technical conditions and redundant power.
6. Email Services: Monthly subscription for professional email on own domain, including webmail, POP3/IMAP access, antispam, antivirus, and optional GIGA mail storage upgrades.
7. SSL Certificates: One-time and annual fees for SSL/TLS certificates including free DV SSL and paid commercial certificates.
8. Web Builder Solutions: Monthly subscription for SuperSite (website/e-shop builder) and WP Ready (AI-assisted WordPress) tools.
9. Cloud Backup & Storage: Monthly fees for automated online backup services and object storage for backups and archives.
10. Managed Services: Professional services for server and infrastructure management by FORPSI technical specialists, priced per project or retainer.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

FORPSI provides domain registration across multiple TLDs, web hosting (Linux and Windows platforms), virtual private servers, dedicated servers, cloud infrastructure services, professional email hosting, SSL certificates, and AI-assisted website builders. The company owns and operates a datacenter in Ktiš, Czech Republic with 5,000+ server capacity and serves over 150,000 customers across Central and Western Europe.

Product overview

FORPSI (INTERNET CZ, a.s.) is a Czech web hosting and cloud services provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of products. The core offering includes domain registration (.CZ, .EU, .INFO, .CLOUD, .ONLINE, .COM, .NET, .SK, and many more TLDs), web hosting on both Linux (PHP 8.4, MySQL, HiSpeed Cache) and Windows (ASP/ASP.NET 9, MSSQL) platforms, and virtual/dedicated server solutions. Website building is enabled through WP Ready (AI-powered WordPress hosting) and SuperSite (AI-assisted website builder with Easy and Professional variants including e-shop). Email services provide professional messaging with anti-spam protection, DKIM/SPF/DMARC, and webmail access. The FORPSI Cloud platform offers Cloud VPS, Virtual Private Cloud, and Database/Object Storage services. Additional services include SSL certificates, Cloud Backup, DNS hosting (F-DNS with API), Managed Server, server Housing in the Ktiš datacenter, and enterprise custom solutions. The company operates its own Czech datacenter with 5000+ server capacity and serves 150,000+ customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FORPSI Cloud: Cloud services platform offering cloud VPS, virtual private cloud, cloud server OpenStack, database as a service, and object storage.
• SuperSite
• WP Ready
• rankingCoach

Products and services

• Domain Registration Domain name registration and management across multiple TLDs including .CZ, .EU, .INFO, .CLOUD, .ONLINE, .COM, .NET, and country-code domains. Includes WHOIS privacy, DNSSEC, DNS hosting, and bulk registration capabilities for SMBs and individuals.
• Webhosting Linux Linux-based web hosting with unlimited space, SSH access, HiSpeed Cache, PHP 8.4 support, MySQL databases, and included email accounts. Optimized for performance with SSD storage.
• Webhosting Windows Windows OS-based web hosting supporting ASP/ASP.NET 9 with unlimited space, MSSQL databases, and email accounts included in the price.
• WP Ready WordPress hosting solution with pre-installed AI assistant for creating website structure, appearance, and content. Includes free SSL certificate and optimized WordPress performance.
• SuperSite Website and blog builder with AI-powered assistance for creating professional websites without programming knowledge. Available in Easy (blog/basic site) and Professional (e-shop) versions.
• Classic VPS Virtual private servers with SSD storage and monthly billing. Available in standard configuration and specialized variants including OpenClaw (AI assistant), N8N (AI workflow), and Docker (container management), running on OpenStack platform.
• Dedicated Servers Physical dedicated servers with Dell technology running 24/7 in Czech datacenter. Features include unlimited data transfer, 24/7 monitoring, remote management, and monthly billing.
• Email Services Professional email hosting on own domain with webmail access, IMAP/POP3 support, anti-spam/antivirus protection (Cloudmark), DKIM/SPF/DMARC support, and up to 5 mailboxes with 1GB each.
• SSL Certificates SSL/TLS certificate services including free DV SSL certificates, paid certificates, and wildcard options for securing HTTPS connections on websites.
• FORPSI Cloud Cloud infrastructure services including Cloud VPS with guaranteed resources, Virtual Private Cloud for private environments, Cloud Server OpenStack, Database as a Service, and Object Storage.
• Cloud Backup Automated online backup service with data protection, featuring automatic backups with option to choose from 6 datacenters for redundancy.
• Server Housing Server housing service in FORPSI's own datacenter in Ktiš, Czech Republic. Provides optimal technical conditions, redundant power, FM200 fire suppression, and 24/7 monitoring.
• Managed Server Managed hosting service for physical or virtual servers with 24/7 support, regular backups, and professional technical management by FORPSI specialists.
• Webhosting Packages Bundled webhosting packages combining domain, hosting, and email services. Available in Basic, Easy, Advanced, and Professional tiers for all-in-one convenience.
• Enterprise & Custom Solutions Custom IT infrastructure solutions from single servers to complex environments, with physical or fully virtualized options and technical support for enterprise clients.
• Database as a Service Cloud database services with high availability and easy scaling, supporting MySQL and MSSQL database engines.
• Object Storage Flexible cloud storage for backups, archives, and other data storage needs with pay-as-you-go billing.
• F-DNS (DNS Hosting) DNS hosting as a service with API access for managing DNS records, free for domains registered with FORPSI.
• rankingCoach SEO and online marketing assistant service for improving website visibility and search engine rankings.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% discount on SuperSite web/e-shop builder
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

AI capability2 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership for networking and infrastructure solutions. Cisco products and technologies used in datacenter operations and network infrastructure.
• VMwarecoreTechnology or IntegrationVirtualization technology partnership providing the foundation for cloud and VPS services. VMware vSphere and related virtualization products.
• FortinetcoreTechnology or IntegrationSecurity technology partnership for network security, firewall, and cybersecurity solutions protecting datacenter infrastructure.
• DellcoreTechnology or IntegrationHardware partnership for dedicated servers and datacenter infrastructure. Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise hardware solutions.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationWindows Server, MSSQL, and Microsoft 365 related technologies. Windows webhosting with ASP/ASP.NET support and MSSQL databases.
• NetAppcoreTechnology or IntegrationStorage technology partnership for enterprise storage solutions and data management in cloud services.
• IntelcoreTechnology or IntegrationProcessor technology partnership for server hardware and cloud infrastructure powering datacenter operations.
• CZ.NICcoreTechnology or IntegrationAccredited registrar relationship for .CZ domain registration and management. Holds four-star certification status in CZ.NIC registrar program.
• SK.NICcoreTechnology or IntegrationRegistrar partnership for .SK (Slovak) domain registration with DNSSEC protection support.
• EURidcoreTechnology or IntegrationRegistry partnership for .EU domain registration and management.
• Aruba S.p.A.coreOthersPart of the Aruba group of companies, European leader in cloud, hosting, and domain services. FORPSI operates as part of the Aruba network with shared infrastructure and technology standards.
• GoPayminorOthersPayment processing partner for Czech and Slovak market transactions.
• PayPalminorOthersPayment processing partner for international transactions.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• OVHcloud: Largest European cloud and hosting provider with extensive owned datacenter footprint, offering shared hosting, VPS, dedicated servers, and public cloud services. Overlaps with FORPSI across virtually all product categories but at significantly greater scale and geographic reach.
• GoDaddy: Global domain registrar and SMB hosting leader with product breadth spanning domains, shared hosting, VPS, and website builders — overlapping with FORPSI's SMB domain/hosting proposition but at materially larger scale and global reach.
• IONOS: Large European hosting and cloud provider (formerly 1&1) with a broad SMB-to-enterprise product portfolio including shared hosting, VPS, dedicated servers, and cloud — overlapping with FORPSI across hosting tiers and serving similar European SMB customers.
• Cloudflare: Global cloud platform providing CDN, DDoS protection, DNS, and increasingly domain registration and developer cloud services. Overlaps with FORPSI in DNS hosting (F-DNS), domain services, and infrastructure security, though with a fundamentally different go-to-market centered on performance and security rather than managed hosting.

Direct peers

• Hostinger: International hosting provider focused on SMBs and entry-level customers with competitively priced shared hosting, VPS, and a website builder. Competes with FORPSI on price and ease-of-use for the bottom of the SMB market.
• WEDOS: Czech-based hosting and domain provider of similar size and customer profile to FORPSI, competing head-to-head in the Czech and Slovak SMB hosting market with comparable product breadth (hosting, VPS, domains).
• Hetzner Online: German private hosting provider with owned datacenters offering shared hosting, VPS, dedicated servers, and cloud storage directly competing with FORPSI across its core product lineup. Both serve SMB/developer segments with cost-efficient, EU-domiciled infrastructure.
• SiteGround: SMB-focused web hosting provider offering managed shared hosting, VPS, and WordPress-optimized plans with an emphasis on performance and support — directly comparable to FORPSI's WP Ready and managed hosting offerings.
• Aruba S.p.A. Italian hosting/cloud/domain provider within the same Aruba group affiliation, offering near-identical product portfolio (domains, hosting, VPS, dedicated, cloud, email, PEC/SSL) and serves as the closest operational peer given the documented inter-company relationship.

Regional players

• Active24: Czech and Slovak hosting and domain registrar operating in the same regional competitive set as FORPSI, with overlapping SMB-focused hosting, domain, and email services primarily targeted at the Czech/Slovak market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/forpsi
• Facebookfacebook.com/Forpsi
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/internet-cz-forpsi

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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 →

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