Two ways to your own TeamSpeak
For your own TeamSpeak 3 server you have two options: rent a ready-made TS3 server and pay per slot, or install TeamSpeak yourself on a VPS or a computer at home. Both work – the difference lies in cost, effort and responsibility.
The comparison
| Rent a TS3 server | Self-host on a VPS | Self-host at home | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | from €0.15 per slot and month | from €3.49 per month for the VPS | electricity + hardware |
| Setup | none | installation, service, ports | installation, router port forwarding |
| Updates | handled by us | your job | your job |
| DDoS protection | included | included (PletX) | none |
| Availability | 24/7 | 24/7 | only while the PC runs |
| Best for | Clans and communities without an admin | Admins combining several services | Testing on the home network |
Renting TeamSpeak: what you get
With us you choose any slot count between 5 and 250 – at €0.15 per slot and month. A server for 10 people costs €1.50, for 32 people €4.80 per month. DDoS protection is included, ServerQuery is available and billing is prepaid without a minimum term.
| Slots | Monthly price |
|---|---|
| 5 | €0.75 |
| 10 | €1.50 |
| 32 | €4.80 |
| 64 | €9.60 |
| 128 | €19.20 |
Order your server directly on the TeamSpeak server page.
Self-hosting: what you need
- A server that runs around the clock: – for example a small <a href="/en/server-plans">KVM VPS</a>.
- Open ports: by default UDP 9987 for voice, TCP 30033 for file transfers and TCP 10011 for ServerQuery.
- A dedicated system service: so TeamSpeak starts automatically after a reboot.
- Regular updates and backups: including the database with permissions and channels.
sudo ufw allow 9987/udp
sudo ufw allow 30033/tcp
# Only open ServerQuery if needed and ideally just for your IP:
sudo ufw allow from YOUR-IP to any port 10011 proto tcpOur tutorial installing TeamSpeak 3 on Linux covers the full installation.
Our recommendation
If you just want a reliable voice server for your clan, friends or community, a rented TS3 server is cheaper and more relaxed – especially up to 32 slots. Self-hosting pays off if you already run a VPS and want TeamSpeak alongside bots, a website or a game server.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a TeamSpeak server cost?
With us €0.15 per slot and month, from 5 to 250 slots. 32 slots cost €4.80 per month.
Is there prepaid TeamSpeak without a subscription?
Yes. All services run on prepaid credit – no minimum term and no automatic renewal unless you switch it on yourself. You can top up with PayPal, card or paysafecard, among others.
Is DDoS protection included?
Yes, rented TeamSpeak servers and our VPS plans are protected by PletX DDoS protection. Voice servers over UDP are a popular target for attacks.
Which ports does TeamSpeak 3 need?
By default UDP 9987 for voice, TCP 30033 for file transfers and TCP 10011 for ServerQuery.
How many slots do I need?
As many as should be online at the same time – not as many members as are registered. With us you can adjust the slot count as your community grows.
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