Getting Started with Droplets

Validated on 26 Sep 2024 • Last edited on 13 Mar 2026

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.

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Droplet Quickstart

Just the essentials to go from zero to working in a few minutes.

Set up a Production-Ready Droplet

Create a new Droplet with our recommended configuration for improved security, reliability, and monitoring.

Recommended GPU Setup

Follow our recommended setup for drivers and software on GPU Droplets to use their GPUs.

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