How can I rent a FiveM server?

Renting a FiveM server at RespawnHost takes less than 2 minutes: Choose your desired package above (e.g. RP Community with 4 GB RAM), click 'Rent FiveM Server', choose your location and top up credit. Your server is online and ready in under 90 seconds.

Does QBCore run on a RespawnHost FiveM server?

Yes. You place QBCore or ESX under `resources/` just like on any server of your own and start them from `server.cfg` with `ensure`. File manager and SFTP access come with the panel, and txAdmin runs on port 40120 for resource management and restarts. We do not dictate which framework you use.

Is my FiveM server protected against DDoS attacks?

Yes, all FiveM servers at RespawnHost run with Gaming DDoS Protection. It is included with every package.

Which RP frameworks can I use on the FiveM server?

You can use all common roleplay frameworks: ESX (es_extended), QBCore, vRP, STARTER or any other Lua-based framework. Simply upload your framework via SFTP to the server, configure the server.cfg and start the server. A database (MySQL/MariaDB) is included with every package.

How much RAM do I need for my FiveM server?

It depends on your project: For a small test server or friend group, 2-4 GB RAM (RP Starter/Community) is sufficient. An RP server with ESX or QBCore for 32-64 players needs 8 GB RAM (RP Advanced). Large projects with many custom cars, MLOs and scripts should use 12-24 GB RAM. You can upgrade at any time.

Can I install custom scripts and mods?

Yes, you have full freedom. Via SFTP or our web file manager, you can upload Lua scripts, custom vehicles, MLOs, EUP files and everything else you need. There are no restrictions - your server, your scripts.

How does the Pay-Per-Use system work?

Pay-Per-Use is what makes RespawnHost different: You don't pay a monthly flat rate. Instead, your prepaid credit is only consumed when your FiveM server is turned on. Server off = €0 cost, down to the second. Perfect for projects that don't run 24/7.

Is my FiveM server online 24/7?

That's up to you. For 24/7 operation, the prepaid plan is the cheapest choice (2 GB from 7.98 €/month, from 6.38 €/month with term discounts). If your server only runs while you play, pay-per-use saves you money: server off = €0. Both options are possible.

Can I use txAdmin on my server?

You can configure and use txAdmin through our web interface. txAdmin gives you extended management capabilities like player management, resource monitoring, scheduled restarts and live console directly in the browser.

How do I install custom cars and MLOs?

Upload custom vehicles and MLOs as stream resources via SFTP to your resources folder. Add them to your server.cfg, restart the server - done. There are no limits on the number of resources, as long as your RAM is sufficient.

What database do I get with my FiveM server?

Every FiveM server includes a MySQL/MariaDB database. You can find the credentials in the web interface. RP frameworks like ESX and QBCore need a database for player data, inventories, vehicles and more - it's already set up for you.

How many players can my FiveM server handle simultaneously?

There is no fixed slot limit on our side - the maximum player count depends on RAM and scripts. As a guideline: 2 GB RAM for up to 10 players, 8 GB for 32-64 players, 16 GB for 100-150 players, 24 GB for 150+ players. Note: Beyond 48 slots, Cfx.re additionally requires an Element Club membership (see OneSync).

Can I migrate my FiveM server from another hoster?

Yes, migration is straightforward: Download your server files (resources, server.cfg, database dump) from the old hoster and upload them via SFTP to your RespawnHost server. Import the database dump via phpMyAdmin and adjust the server.cfg. Your RP project continues running without interruption.

How much does a FiveM server cost at RespawnHost?

FiveM server hosting at RespawnHost starts at 7.98 €/month on a prepaid plan (RP Starter, 2 GB RAM) - with term discounts of up to 20%, effectively from 6.38 €/month. Alternatively, pay-per-use costs just 0.0318 €/hour for the time your server is actually running. A 4 GB server for your RP project costs 15.98 €/month or 0.0637 €/hour.

Is there a minimum contract period?

No, at RespawnHost there are no contracts and no cancellation periods. You top up credit and use it as long as you want. No subscription, no automatic renewal.

Do I need a license for FiveM?

To run a FiveM server, you need a free Cfx.re account and a server license key from the Cfx.re portal (portal.cfx.re). The key goes into your server.cfg as sv_licenseKey. OneSync is free for up to 48 slots; more slots require an Element Club membership at Cfx.re. A legitimate copy of GTA V is required for all players.

What is OneSync and do I need it?

OneSync is a server technology by Cfx.re that enables server-side synchronization and higher player counts. OneSync is free for up to 48 slots - beyond that you need an Element Club membership (Argentum or higher) at Cfx.re; OneSync Infinity enables 128+ players. You activate OneSync in your server.cfg. For modern RP servers, it's practically mandatory.

How long does setup take after ordering?

Your FiveM server is online in under 90 seconds. After ordering, our system automatically installs the FiveM server. You receive your credentials immediately and can start setting up your RP framework right away.

Where are the FiveM servers located?

Choose between Germany (EU), Salt Lake City, UT (US West), Charlotte, NC (US East), and Noida (India). Compare locations with the ping test and consider where your fellow players are based.

Can I upgrade my server package later?

Yes, upgrades are possible at any time. When your RP project grows and you need more RAM, you can switch to a larger package with a few clicks. Your server files, scripts and database are preserved.

What happens when my credit runs out?

When your credit is used up, your FiveM server is stopped. Your files, scripts, database and configurations remain saved. As soon as you top up credit, you can start the server again immediately - everything is still there.

Fivem

FiveM Server Hosting

Name: FiveM Server Hosting
Brand: RespawnHost
SKU: fivem-hosting
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (26 reviews)

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Simple & flexible

Easy setup, flexible terms, full control.

Safe & protected

Gaming DDoS Protection, backups and modern hosting.

Billed by the second

Pay-per-use – only pay while your server runs.

Our most popular plans

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Choose a starting plan. Adjust RAM and how you pay in the next step.

From prices with a monthly subscription.

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2GBRAM

from3.99 €/ mo

2.00 € per GB / month

Recommended for 16 players

Small projects & test servers
6 CPU threads included
Proven server hardware
Gaming DDoS Protection
Game switching to 20 more games included

Choose your RAM

Set the memory to suit your server.

Choose your memory: 2–24 GB
Term: 30–360 days
6 CPU threads included

No slot limits – player counts are recommendations, tested on our hardware.

4.7/5 on Trustpilot · "CoC Modded" runs 50+ players stable on modern AMD Ryzen hardware

You can use up to 48 slots on your FiveM server by default. If you need more slots, an additional purchase from FiveM (Cfx.re) is required.

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Basics

What is a FiveM server?

A FiveM server is a game server for the FiveM multiplayer modification, letting you run your own Grand Theft Auto V worlds independently of GTA Online - from classic GTA roleplay with frameworks like ESX or QBCore to racing and freeroam servers. The server runs on default port 30120 (TCP/UDP), is managed through txAdmin in your browser and requires a free license key from the Cfx.re portal. At RespawnHost, FiveM server hosting starts at 0.0318 €/hour pay-per-use or 7.98 €/month as a prepaid plan - MySQL database and Gaming DDoS Protection included.

Port 30120, txAdmin on port 40120

ESX, QBCore & all Lua scripts

MySQL/MariaDB included

From 0.0318 €/h or 7.98 €/month

FiveM Server Hosting - What you get

Every package includes full Gaming DDoS Protection and maximum performance for your FiveM gameserver.

Gaming DDoS Protection

All servers run with Gaming DDoS Protection.

Instant Setup

Your FiveM server is ready in under 90 seconds. Order, start, play.

Unlimited Slots

No player limit. Your RP project grows without restrictions.

Pay-Per-Use

Only pay when your server is online. Server off = €0 cost. Per-second billing.

Full Script Freedom

Install your own Lua scripts, ESX, QBCore, vRP or any other framework via SFTP.

Gamer Support

Our support team knows FiveM and helps with script issues, configuration and performance.

Gaming Infrastructure

Premium hardware for your FiveM server

Cost calculator

Calculate your real costs for FiveM

Play time per day3h

1h24h

Your typical day

0:0024:00

Prepaid

7.98 €

runs around the clock

RespawnHost

~2.86 €

3h/day billed

Your savings

versus the prepaid plan, at 90 h/month

64 %

~5.12 €

The prepaid plan only pays off from around 8.4 hours a day. Below that, Pay-per-Use is cheaper.

Based on the 2 GB package. Actual costs may vary depending on usage.

Hardware & Infrastruktur

Optimized for FiveM

Processor

AMD Ryzen

RAM

DDR5

Storage

NVMe SSD

DDoS

Gaming DDoS Protection

Uplink

25 Gbit/s

Uptime

100.00 %

Ping test

Germany · EU
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US West
Salt Lake City, UT
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US East
Charlotte, NC
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India
Noida
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Ping measured from each regional test server to your internet connection. In-game ping may differ. An unavailable result can mean the connection is blocked or the test server cannot be reached.

All systems operational

Live status on Instatus

Pay-Per-Use: Only pay when your FiveM server is online

At RespawnHost, you don't pay a monthly flat rate. Renting a FiveM server has never been this fair - you only pay for the time your server actually runs.

Server off = €0 cost

No costs when your FiveM server is turned off. Your credit stays untouched.

Per-Second Billing

Credit is deducted live as soon as the server is online. Full cost control in real time.

No hidden costs

No setup fees, no cancellation periods, no minimum contract. Gaming DDoS Protection included.

Pay-Per-Use: How you save money

Maximum per month running 24/7 (2 GB)22.90 € / Month

Pay-per-use hourly rate≈ 0.0318 € / Hour

(0.0318 € × 720 Hours = 22.90 €)

Pay-Per-Use - Our unique selling point

Other hosters charge flat monthly fees - whether you play or not. At RespawnHost: Server off = €0. How much you save depends on your playtime — our cost calculator shows it for your case.

Example: 2 GB Package

2 hours online≈ 0.06 €

Server turned off0.00 €

Total costOnly what you play!

FiveM Server Hosting: RespawnHost vs. other providers

Why rent a FiveM server at RespawnHost? Compare for yourself - Pay-Per-Use, Gaming DDoS Protection and premium hardware included.

Feature	RespawnHost.com	Provider A	Provider B	Provider C	Provider D
Pay only when server online
Server ready in under 90 seconds
Gaming DDoS Protection
Unlimited Slots
Unlimited NVMe SSD
Unlimited Cores
Custom Control Panel
Full SFTP Access
Free Databases
Premium Hardware *1

*1 Premium Hardware: modern AMD Ryzen™ gaming processors, NVMe SSD, DDR4 (Salt Lake City) / DDR5 (EU) RAM. Locations: Germany, Salt Lake City (Utah) and Charlotte (North Carolina) (USA), and Noida (India).

*3 Sample of four major providers, surveyed in July 2026 from their public pricing and feature pages. Providers are not named because plans can change at any time — the survey date is what counts.

Frequently Asked Questions - FiveM Server Hosting

FiveM Server Hosting with Gaming DDoS Protection - Your GTA RP Server at RespawnHost

Looking to rent a FiveM server and start your own GTA V roleplay project? At RespawnHost, you get more than a server - you get a stable foundation for your community. Whether a small group of friends or a large RP project with hundreds of players: Our premium hardware with modern AMD Ryzen™ CPUs, NVMe SSDs and Gaming DDoS Protection delivers the stability and performance that FiveM servers demand.

Why rent a FiveM server at RespawnHost?

FiveM has different requirements than classic game servers. Roleplay frameworks like ESX, QBCore or vRP, custom cars, MLOs, mapping files and dozens of Lua scripts run simultaneously and need resources. Our modern AMD Ryzen™ gaming processors with NVMe SSDs and DDR4 (US) / DDR5 (EU) RAM deliver the single-thread performance that FiveM needs. The result: stable frametimes, low latencies and no rubberbanding - even with 100+ players online at the same time.

The biggest difference to other hosters: our hybrid pricing model. Traditional hosters charge a flat monthly fee - whether your server runs or not. At RespawnHost, you choose: pay-per-use with per-second billing (2 GB server from 0.0318 €/hour, server off = €0) or a prepaid plan from 7.98 €/month for 24/7 operation. Perfect for projects still growing as well as established communities.

FiveM Server Hosting - Features for your project

Gaming DDoS Protection
Full Script Freedom: ESX, QBCore, vRP and all Lua scripts
Custom Content: Own vehicles, MLOs, maps and EUP
Database Included: MySQL/MariaDB for your RP framework
SFTP Access: Full control over all server files
txAdmin Support: Manage your server with txAdmin
NVMe SSD: Fast loading times for maps and resources
Unlimited Slots: Player count only limited by RAM
Premium Hardware: modern AMD Ryzen™ CPUs, NVMe SSD, DDR4 (US) / DDR5 (EU) RAM

Our web interface gives you full control over your FiveM gameserver. Start, stop and configure your server with a few clicks. Monitor RAM, CPU and player count in real time. The integrated file manager and SFTP access allow quick changes to scripts and configurations. Our support team knows FiveM - when you need help, you get answers from people who actually play FiveM.

Pay-Per-Use: Rent a FiveM server without monthly fixed costs

What makes RespawnHost special: pay-per-use with per-second billing. You only pay when your FiveM server is actually running - a 4 GB server costs 0.0637 €/hour, so 6 hours of RP in the evening comes to around 0.38 €. Server off = €0 cost. This saves real money, especially while you're still building your project and don't have players online around the clock.

Example: With the RP Community package (4 GB RAM) and 6 hours of playtime per day, you pay around 11.47 € per month. If your server should run 24/7 instead, the prepaid plan at 15.98 €/month is the cheaper choice - with term discounts of up to 20% for 360 days. No cancellation periods, no setup fees, no hidden costs. Gaming DDoS Protection, NVMe SSD and database are included with every package.

How to Create a FiveM Server: Starting Your GTA RP Project

Creating a FiveM server at RespawnHost takes just a few minutes - the server software comes pre-installed, so you only handle license, framework and content.

Step 1 - License key: Every FiveM server needs a free server license key from the Cfx.re portal (portal.cfx.re). Enter it as sv_licenseKey in your server.cfg - the server won't start without it.

Step 2 - Choose a framework: For classic GTA roleplay, install ESX or QBCore. Both need a MySQL database - already set up with every package. Racing, freeroam or minigame servers work fine without any framework.

Step 3 - Resources & management: Upload scripts, custom cars and MLOs via SFTP into the resources folder and activate them with ensure in your server.cfg. For day-to-day management, use txAdmin in your browser - player management, scheduled restarts and live console included.

How Much Does FiveM Server Hosting Cost?

At RespawnHost, you choose between pay-per-use (per-second billing, ideal without 24/7 operation) and prepaid plans (flat monthly price, ideal for always-on servers). Current prices:

Prepaid plans come with term discounts: 10% for 90 days, 15% for 180 days and 20% for 360 days - bringing the 2 GB server down to an effective 6.38 €/month. Rule of thumb: If your server runs around the clock, the prepaid plan is cheaper. If you only play in the evenings, pay-per-use costs significantly less.

RP Starter (2 GB RAM): 7.98 €/month prepaid plan or 0.0318 €/hour pay-per-use
RP Community (4 GB RAM): 15.98 €/month or 0.0637 €/hour
RP Advanced (8 GB RAM): 31.98 €/month or 0.1344 €/hour
RP Professional (12 GB RAM): 47.98 €/month or 0.2128 €/hour
RP Elite (16 GB RAM): 63.98 €/month or 0.2630 €/hour
RP Ultimate (24 GB RAM): 95.98 €/month or 0.4258 €/hour

Last updated: July 2026

Gaming DDoS Protection for FiveM Servers - Your project stays online

FiveM servers are frequent targets of DDoS attacks. Competing RP servers, frustrated players or targeted attacks can take your server offline in seconds - if it's not protected. At RespawnHost, your FiveM server is secured by Gaming DDoS Protection.

The protection is included in every package and needs no setup.

Large FiveM projects with an active community are especially at risk. When you've invested weeks into your script setup, players log in daily and your economy is running, a DDoS attack is more than annoying - it can destroy your community. That is why every FiveM server at RespawnHost runs with Gaming DDoS Protection.

What is FiveM? The multiplayer platform for GTA V

FiveM is a standalone multiplayer modification for Grand Theft Auto V, developed by the community for the community. Instead of relying on Rockstar's official GTA Online servers, FiveM lets you run your own server and customize it completely. FiveM runs as a separate client alongside the original GTA V installation - you just need a legitimate copy of the game.

The possibilities are virtually limitless: create roleplay servers with complex economic systems, police, emergency services and courts. Build racing servers with custom cars and tracks. Develop entirely new game modes with Lua scripts. The active FiveM community has published thousands of scripts, vehicles, maps and frameworks that you can use on your server.

Rent a GTA RP Server - Roleplay your way

Roleplay is by far the most popular game mode on FiveM. A good RP server needs a well-designed framework - the most common ones are ESX, QBCore and vRP. These frameworks provide everything a roleplay server needs: inventory systems, jobs, bank accounts, vehicle garages, real estate and more. At RespawnHost, you upload your framework via SFTP and configure it exactly how you want.

For a stable RP server with 32-64 players, we recommend at least 8 GB RAM (RP Advanced). Large projects with many custom cars, MLOs and scripts need 12-16 GB RAM. Our largest package with 24 GB RAM (RP Ultimate) keeps servers with 150+ players and extensive script setups stable.