Partner profile
phoenixNAP
Global IT Services & Bare Metal Cloud
Founded 2009 · Phoenix, AZ · 201-1,000 employees · Private, independent
Partnership Overview
Who phoenixNAP is built for
Developers, MSPs, ISVs, and mid-market-to-enterprise IT teams needing globally distributed, compliance-ready, security-focused bare metal, cloud, colocation, and backup/DR.
phoenixNAP is a global IT services provider founded in 2009 and headquartered in Phoenix, AZ, offering security-focused infrastructure-as-a-service from its flagship Phoenix data center and a worldwide footprint. Its portfolio spans Bare Metal Cloud (API-driven dedicated servers), colocation, private/hybrid cloud, Data Security Cloud, object/cloud storage, backup and DRaaS, and DDoS-protected networking. phoenixNAP is known for compliance-ready, security-first infrastructure and a strong channel/MSP and developer following.
- VerifiedOct 21, 2026 · high confidence
- 5solutions across 4 categories
- 17 yrsin business, since 2009
- 201-1,000employees
Why teams pick phoenixNAP
- API-driven Bare Metal Cloud (deploy in minutes, manage as code)
- + global locations, 9+ Tbps backbone
- 'Alternative cloud' (avoid hyperscaler lock-in, OpEx model)
- Arizona's first AWS Direct Connect + Google Cloud Interconnect
- GPU servers for AI/HPC
- Alliances: Veeam, Intel, HPE, Supermicro
Probably not a fit
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Get matched insteadRecognition & proof points
VMware/Veeam top-tier partner recognitionsPartner status · VMware
- Frequent cloud/hosting industry awardsAward
Strong G2 ratings for bare metalAnalyst recognition · G2
Notable clients
Vendor-reportedNamed client logos: Authentic8, Kayzen, MAW, SpyFu (plus a broad developer and SMB-to-enterprise base).
Our Solutions
Rubber Duck solutions through phoenixNAP
From first evaluation to day-to-day operations, Rubber Duck Technology helps you get full value from phoenixNAP's Cyber Resilience, Managed IT & Cloud Ops, Cloud Migration & Modernization, and Data Center & Colocation solutions. We fit them to the systems you already run, remove overlap, and give you a clear view of how they perform, so your team can move faster with fewer surprises.
Cyber Resilience
Backup as a Service (BaaS)
phoenixNAP delivers managed backup including Veeam Cloud Connect and Microsoft 365 Backup from its global data center footprint.
- Veeam alliance A Veeam alliance underpins enterprise-grade backup with Cloud Connect and M365 protection.
- Compliance-ready HIPAA, PCI, and GDPR-aligned infrastructure supports backup for regulated data.
VeeamDisaster Recovery (DRaaS)
phoenixNAP provides DRaaS and Veeam Cloud Connect to replicate and recover workloads across its global, DDoS-protected infrastructure.
- Global recovery footprint 15+ global locations and a 9+ Tbps backbone provide resilient recovery targets.
- Veeam-powered Veeam Cloud Connect enables proven replication and orchestrated recovery.
VeeamCloud Migration & Modernization
IaaS / Compute
phoenixNAP delivers API-driven Bare Metal Cloud and GPU servers across 15+ global locations, letting customers deploy 50+ dedicated instance types in minutes and manage infrastructure as code.
- Deploy in minutes API-driven Bare Metal Cloud provisions dedicated servers in minutes and lets teams manage infrastructure as code.
- Alternative cloud model An OpEx-based alternative cloud helps customers avoid hyperscaler lock-in while keeping dedicated performance.
- GPU for AI and HPC GPU servers support demanding AI/ML and high-performance computing workloads.
Intel
HPE
SupermicroPrivate Cloud
phoenixNAP provides hybrid and managed private cloud built on VMware, positioned as an alternative-cloud option for customers seeking dedicated, security-focused environments.
- Avoid lock-in An alternative-cloud, OpEx model lets customers escape hyperscaler lock-in while retaining dedicated control.
- Security-first design Compliance-ready infrastructure supports HIPAA, PCI, and GDPR-bound environments.
VMwareData Center & Colocation
Colocation
phoenixNAP offers colocation and Meet-Me Room services from its flagship Phoenix data center and worldwide footprint, backed by a 9+ Tbps Tier 1 network.
- High-capacity backbone A 9+ Tbps backbone spanning 15+ global locations supports demanding, latency-sensitive deployments.
- Compliance-ready facilities Security-first infrastructure meets HIPAA, PCI, and GDPR requirements for regulated workloads.
How phoenixNAP delivers
24/7/365 support; SLA-backed infrastructure; global data center operations with remote hands. (vendor-reported)
Services in detail
- Managed Cloud ServicesDelivered as managed or self-service infrastructure from phoenixNAP's global data centers, backed by 24/7/365 support.
- 24/7 SupportFully managed, round-the-clock 24/7/365 support.
- Remote HandsDelivered on-site by data center staff and available 24/7/365.
- Channel-led deliveryDelivered through a channel/MSP and reseller program.
Automate/AI, built in · AI-Powered Features. Offers GPU servers for AI/ML and HPC workloads (NVIDIA/Intel/Ampere) on API-driven bare metal; AI-ready infrastructure enabler, not a native AI product.
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Case Studies
What backs it up
1 published case study from phoenixNAP
phoenixNAP · Nonprofit
Make-A-Wish uses phoenixNAP colocation to eliminate outages and grow giving
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From phoenixNAP
4 PDFs, collected while we vetted them
- phoenixNAP Company OverviewDownload
- phoenixNAP Bare Metal Cloud Brochure 2025Download
- phoenixNAP Bare Metal Cloud Advanced Features Datasheet 2025Download
- phoenixNAP Bare Metal Cloud Case Study NamecheapDownload
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