Droplets

DigitalOcean Droplets are Linux-based virtual machines (VMs) that run on top of virtualized hardware. Each Droplet you create is a new server you can use, either standalone or as part of a larger, cloud-based infrastructure.

Getting Started

Quickstarts and intermediate tutorials to get started.

How-Tos

How to accomplish specific tasks in detail, like creation/deletion, configuration, and management.

Reference

Resources on native tools for working with Droplets, troubleshooting, and Droplet metadata.

Concepts

Explanations and definitions of core concepts in Droplet.

Details

Features, plans and pricing, availability, limits, known issues, and more.

Support

Get help with technical support and answers to frequently asked questions.

Latest Updates

30 August 2024

• GPU worker nodes are now available in early availability for select DOKS customers. For more information, see GPU Worker Nodes.

12 August 2024

• We have increased the volume attach limit for Droplets from 7 to 15. The limit for DOKS nodes is still 7, but we’re working to increase this as well.

1 August 2024

• Premium CPUs for Storage-Optimized Droplets are now available in AMS3, LON1, SFO3, and SGP1.

• Premium CPUs for Memory-Optimized Droplets are now available in AMS3, LON1, SFO3, and SGP1.

• Premium CPUs for General Purpose Droplets are now available in LON1 and SGP1.

• Premium CPUs for CPU-Optimized Droplets are now available in LON1 and SGP1.

For more information, see all Droplets release notes.