The year 2026 has clearly defined the technological boundaries for business. Website speed, regulatory compliance, and digital sovereignty are no longer just buzzwords — they are fundamental demands from both users and regulators. If your online project serves audiences in both Russia and Europe, the classic "one-server-for-everything" model is holding you back.
Why? Because it's impossible to be equally fast and legally compliant for a customer in Moscow and a customer in Prague from a single location. The key to success lies in intelligent resource distribution. And the first strategic step is choosing the right location for your virtual private servers (VPS).
One Goal, Two Different Scenarios
To understand the importance of this choice, consider two typical business cases.
Scenario 1: Your business and audience are in Russia. Here, the priorities are lightning-fast response times for domestic users and unconditional compliance with Russian legislation, primarily Federal Law No. 152-FZ on personal data. Hosting servers outside Russia creates unnecessary latency and potential legal risks, complicating integration with Russian payment systems and services.
Scenario 2: You are entering the EU market or already serving a European audience. Different rules apply here. European customers expect responsive interfaces, and the GDPR imposes strict rules for processing and storing EU citizens' data. A server physically located in Europe isn't just about low ping—it's about building customer trust and reducing legal exposure.
The Solution: A Distributed Infrastructure Strategy from ATLEX
The ideal solution for modern projects is a flexible, distributed infrastructure. The concept is simple: different components of your IT landscape are deployed in locations optimal for their function.
This is precisely the capability ATLEX provides. You no longer need to search for separate providers in Russia and Europe. You get a single, reliable partner with high-quality data centers in Russia and the Czech Republic. This allows you to:
- For the Russian segment: Host user databases, CRM, and backend services on VPS in Moscow, ensuring legal compliance and top speed.
- For the European segment: Deploy frontends, caching proxies, or a website mirror on VPS in the Czech Republic, guaranteeing minimal latency for EU residents.
The connection between these nodes remains fast and stable thanks to our optimized network channels.
Czech Republic vs. Russia: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job
Review the comparative table below to make an informed decision:
| Parameter | ATLEX VPS in Russia | ATLEX VPS in Europe |
|---|---|---|
| Jurisdiction & Laws | Full compliance with 152-FZ. Data protected under Russian law. | GDPR compliance. EU citizen data stored within the European Union. |
| Latency | ~1-10 ms for users across Russia. | ~5-30 ms for users in Central and Eastern Europe. |
| Target Audience | Companies focused on the Russian and CIS markets. | Projects targeting the European Union. |
| Integrations & Ecosystem | Seamless compatibility with Russian payment systems, Gosuslugi, SBIS, 1C, etc. | Easy integration with European services, international payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal). |
Why Clients Choose ATLEX for Hybrid Solutions?
- One Provider, One Point of Responsibility. A single contract, an intuitive control panel for all your servers, and one experienced technical support team that understands the specifics of both locations.
- Hardware Foundation You Can Trust. We use equipment from market leaders (Intel, Supermicro) and fast NVMe storage in both Russia and the Czech Republic. Our data centers feature full redundancy for all critical engineering systems.
- From a Simple VPS to Complex Architecture. Start with one server in the required location. As you grow, you can easily add resources, create failover clusters, or set up private networks between servers in different countries, building an infrastructure that perfectly mirrors your business logic.
Case Study: A Premium Electronics Online Store
Consider a real case from our client (name changed by agreement). The "TechSelect" store sold high-end electronics to customers in Russia, Germany, and Poland.
The Problem: A single server in Germany caused dissatisfaction among Russian customers due to slow product page loads and payment difficulties. Meanwhile, moving the entire project to Russia threatened the loss of European traffic due to increased latency and GDPR compliance concerns.
The ATLEX Solution:
- A primary VPS in Moscow was deployed to host the product database, CRM system, and integration modules for Russian logistics and payments.
- A virtual server in the Czech Republic was set up to host the website (frontend) and a caching system.
The Results:
- Website load times for EU users decreased by 40%.
- Russian clients gained stable access to the shopping cart and fast payment processing.
- European customer data remained under EU jurisdiction, while Russian data stayed in Russia.
- The entire infrastructure was managed from a single ATLEX control panel.
Conclusion: Your Infrastructure Should Be Where Your Users Are
In 2026, competitive advantage comes not just from having a website, but from its flawless performance for each customer group, considering their geographical and legal contexts.
Using virtual servers in multiple locations is no longer the exclusive domain of corporate giants — it is an accessible and cost-effective strategy for medium-sized and growing businesses.
Ready to Build Your Ideal Hybrid Infrastructure?
- Explore pricing for VPS in Russia.
- Review our offering for hosting in Europe.
- Contact our specialists to design an optimal deployment scheme tailored to your specific project.
ATLEX — Your Single Provider for Confident Operations in Russia and Europe.
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