What icosnet does

ICOSNET is an Algerian technology operator headquartered in Chéraga (Algiers) that has provided telecommunications, internet, and cloud services since 1999. The company runs its own data centers inside Algeria and organizes its offering across four product families: Internet Access (symmetric broadband, shared Connect+, private networks), Collaborative Communication (iCall IP telephony, V-ROOM video conferencing, I-Mail, iBOX storage, NOTIF+, cloud contact center), Cybersecurity (SSL certificates, managed services), and Cloud (public and private VPS, virtual data center, dedicated servers, colocation/housing, and, as of 2025, GPU-as-a-Service).

The underlying technology stack is a sovereign, locally hosted infrastructure platform — virtualized compute on proprietary data centers, GPU resources based on dedicated NVIDIA hardware, and an API/developer layer for programmatic integration. Pricing is published in Algerian Dinar across both subscription (monthly/annual) and pay-as-you-go billing, with promotional discounts for online payments and GPU early adopters. Go-to-market is primarily direct-to-consumer via the website and self-service client portal, supplemented by a partner/reseller program and a startup program targeting emerging Algerian technology companies.

Revenue mechanics come from recurring subscriptions (cloud, hosting, domains, internet, collaboration seats), usage-based billing (cloud hours, GPU), managed services/infogérance contracts, and one-time fees (SSL, domain registration). The customer base is dominated by Algerian SMBs and startups, with named testimonials from small business clients; no large enterprise or public-sector anchor accounts are disclosed. Ownership is private with no parent company and no recent institutional funding rounds beyond the 2007 AfricInvest investment.

Name

icosnet

Legal name

ICOSNET

Website

https://icosnet.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

ICOSNET is an Algerian ISP and sovereign cloud operator, founded in 1999, that delivers symmetric broadband, public/private cloud, GPU-as-a-Service, web hosting, and collaboration tools from its own data centers to Algerian SMBs, startups, and developers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cloud Infrastructure Services

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (51821), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Electronic Computers (3571), Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Services-Computer Rental & Leasing (7377)

akta.pro primary industry

Cloud Networking Core Services (VPC/VNet, Load Balancing, DNS, NAT) (HDABAAAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cloud Networking & Virtual Networking (VPC/VNet) (HDABAFAG), VPN Gateways & Concentrators (IPsec/SSL) (HDAFAFAC)

Keywords

• Cloud infrastructure services
• Internet service provider
• Web hosting solutions
• GPU computing services
• Managed IT services

Headquarters

HQ city

Cheraga

HQ country

Algeria

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Cloud Services (Public/Private): Revenue from cloud instance (VPS), GPU-as-a-Service, and virtual data center services. Offered via subscription (monthly/annual) or pay-as-you-go usage-based billing.
2. Web Hosting & Domain Registration: Revenue from web hosting services in Algeria, domain registration (.DZ, .COM, and other TLDs), and e-commerce hosting solutions.
3. Internet Access: Revenue from high-speed symmetric broadband internet access, shared internet (Connect+), and private network services.
4. Managed Services & Infogérance: Revenue from managed IT services including server management, backup solutions, SSL certificates, and IT outsourcing.
5. Collaboration & Communication: Revenue from contact center solutions, IP telephony, video conferencing, email services, and storage solutions (iBOX).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ICOSNET is an Algerian technology operator that provides cloud computing infrastructure, high-speed internet access, web hosting, and business communication services. The company operates its own data centers in Algeria and delivers public and private cloud (VPS, GPU-as-a-Service, Virtual Data Center), symmetric broadband internet, domain registration, web hosting, SSL certificates, and collaboration tools (IP telephony, video conferencing, contact center, email, storage, notifications). It serves Algerian SMEs, developers, and enterprise customers with sovereign, locally hosted infrastructure and managed IT services.

Product overview

ICOSNET is an Algerian technology operator established in 1999 with four main product families: Internet access (high-speed broadband, shared internet, private networks), collaborative communication (IP telephony, video conferencing, contact center, email, storage, notifications), cybersecurity (SSL certificates, managed services), and cloud services (public and private cloud, VPS, GPU computing, data center colocation, dedicated servers). Their cloud infrastructure operates from their own data centers located in Algeria, offering sovereign hosting. The portfolio includes both individual services and integrated solutions, ranging from entry-level web hosting to enterprise-grade dedicated infrastructure and GPU computing for AI/ML workloads.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• iCall: VoIP communication solution enabling one-click communication
• V-ROOM
• iBOX
• NOTIF+
• I-Mail
• Connect+

Products and services

• Instance Cloud (Public Cloud VPS) Public cloud offering providing on-demand virtual private server instances for hosting, testing, and scaling applications. Targets developers and businesses with flexible subscription and pay-as-you-go billing models starting at 2,800 DA/month or 4.5 DA/hour.
• GPU as a Service High-performance GPU infrastructure available on-demand for AI, 3D rendering, and machine learning workloads, hosted locally in Algeria without hardware investment. First GPU-as-a-Service provider in Algeria with dedicated NVIDIA GPUs and instant deployment.
• VPS (Private Cloud) Virtual private servers within the private cloud offering, adapted to various project requirements for businesses needing dedicated resources and isolation.
• Virtual Data Center (VDC) Virtual data center solution freeing businesses from physical infrastructure constraints, providing enterprise-grade virtualization and dedicated resource pools within ICOSNET's local data centers.
• Backup VPS Backup service providing a second life for data through VPS backup solutions, ensuring data resilience and disaster recovery for hosted environments.
• Hébergement Housing (Colocation) Colocation and housing services for client-owned servers within ICOSNET's compact data centers in Algeria, including a 360° virtual data center tour.
• Serveurs Dédiés (Dedicated Servers) Dedicated server hosting for demanding web projects requiring exclusive hardware resources, with full infrastructure control and high performance.
• Service Infogérance (Managed Services) Managed IT services for infrastructure management and IT operations outsourcing, including server management, backup solutions, SSL certificates, and full IT administration for businesses lacking internal resources.
• Nom de Domaine (Domain Registration) Domain name registration services supporting .DZ, .COM, and other TLDs, enabling Algerian businesses and individuals to secure local and international domain identities.
• Hébergement Web (Web Hosting) Web hosting services in Algeria, including standard and e-commerce hosting solutions, with packages starting at 3,500 DZD/year and local data residency.
• Création de Site Web (Website Creation) Website creation service to help businesses increase online visibility through professionally designed and hosted websites.
• Messagerie I-Mail (Professional Email) Professional email service based on customer's own domain name, providing business-grade communication with custom domain identity.
• Certificat SSL SSL certificate service for secure website browsing, priced at 4,900 DZD, enabling HTTPS encryption for hosted domains and customer websites.
• Internet Haut Débit (Broadband Internet) High-speed broadband internet access with guaranteed 100% symmetric bandwidth, providing equal upload and download speeds for businesses requiring reliable connectivity.
• Connect+ (Shared Internet Access) Shared internet access solution providing cost-effective broadband connectivity for customers not requiring dedicated bandwidth.
• Réseau Privé (Private Network) Private network service ensuring confidentiality and security for business communications, providing dedicated connectivity between sites or to the cloud.
• Centre de Contact (Cloud Contact Center) Cloud-based contact center solution for customer service operations, enabling businesses to manage inbound and outbound customer interactions through a hosted platform.
• iCall (IP Telephony) IP telephony solution enabling one-click communication, allowing businesses to make and receive calls over IP networks with simplified user experience.
• V-ROOM (Video Conferencing) Unlimited video conferencing service for collaborative meetings, allowing businesses to host unlimited virtual meetings with participants.
• iBOX (Online Storage) Online storage and file sharing service enabling users to store and share files in the cloud from any location.
• NOTIF+ (Business Notifications) Notification service to transform and manage business communications, enabling automated notifications across multiple channels for customer engagement.
• E-Paiement (Online Payment) Online payment service including bill payment and mobile recharge (SATIM) through the customer portal, with support for CIB and EDAHABIA cards and a 10% discount for online payments.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% symmetric broadband internet access guaranteed

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Amazon Web Services (AWS): Global hyperscale cloud platform offering IaaS/PaaS, GPU compute, networking, and managed services. Competes with ICOSNET on cloud and GPU services; relevant as the structural competitive ceiling for any local sovereign-cloud operator.
• GoDaddy: Global incumbent in domains, web hosting, and SMB cloud services. Overlaps with ICOSNET's domain registration, web hosting, and SMB-focused cloud portfolio, but with vastly broader scale and international footprint.
• Microsoft Azure: Global hyperscale cloud platform with IaaS/PaaS, GPU/AI compute, and enterprise collaboration (Teams). Overlaps with ICOSNET's cloud, GPU, and collaboration suites, particularly for Algerian enterprise workloads that may shift to Azure.
• Google Cloud: Global hyperscale cloud with IaaS/PaaS, GPU/TPU AI compute, and collaboration (Workspace). Relevant as a sovereign-cloud competitor and source of pricing pressure on ICOSNET's VPS, GPU, and collaboration offerings.
• Algérie Télécom: State-owned incumbent telecom operator in Algeria providing fixed broadband, mobile, and enterprise connectivity. Comparable as a domestic Algerian ISP/enterprise connectivity provider with much broader telecom reach than ICOSNET.

Direct peers

• Scaleway: European cloud and bare-metal provider offering VPS, dedicated servers, GPU instances, and object storage. Directly comparable to ICOSNET's sovereign cloud plus GPU-as-a-Service positioning, with a focus on European data residency.
• OVHcloud: European cloud and hosting provider offering VPS, dedicated servers, public/private cloud, and web hosting with a strong SMB and developer focus. Directly comparable to ICOSNET's product mix, though operating at far greater scale and geographic breadth.
• Hostinger: Global web hosting and domain registration provider targeting SMBs and individuals with low-priced plans. Overlaps with ICOSNET's web hosting, domain, and entry-level cloud offerings, though Hostinger does not operate its own ISP layer.
• DigitalOcean: Cloud infrastructure provider targeting SMBs and developers with VPS, managed databases, and simple pricing similar to ICOSNET's hybrid subscription/pay-as-you-go approach. Comparable in customer segment and self-service GTM model.
• Hetzner: Germany-based provider of dedicated servers, cloud servers, web hosting, and colocation with cost-efficient pricing aimed at SMBs and developers. Highly comparable to ICOSNET in product breadth and customer orientation.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/icosnetspa

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 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 →

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