DreamHost It now operates in Europe (Amsterdam). So far, DreamHost's infrastructure is located in Ashburn, Virginia and Hillsboro, Oregon.
The addition of Amsterdam changes that, enabling EU website owners to keep their data in the region while still enjoying the same full suite of hosting plans, as well as built-in AI business tools and the Liftoff WordPress website builder.
As Patrick Lane, DreamHost's Senior Vice President of Infrastructure, puts it.“With Amsterdam now fully operational, customers around the world can look forward to improved performance and better control of their data.
This strategic location brings the servers closer to users in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East, reducing latency and providing faster, more reliable site performance for businesses targeting these regions.
Why the Amsterdam data center is a game changer for EU websites
With the Amsterdam data center coming online.DreamHost High-performance infrastructure has been placed in the heart of Northern Europe.
This means that if your audience is inEurope, North Africa or the Middle EastThe servers that support your site are much closer to them then the servers that support your site. This reduces the transmission time by hundreds of milliseconds per request.
To see exactly what this looks like in practice, we ran speed tests using GTMetrix on a WordPress site hosted in our Amsterdam data center. We tested it from two locations:
London, England, close to the server location.
United States of AmericaCheyenne.(Distance) Much farther.
| test site | TTFB (server response) | Maximum Content Paint (LCP) | Full load time |
| London, England | 502 milliseconds | 1.4 seconds | 1.6 seconds |
| Cheyenne, USA | 833 milliseconds | 2.0 seconds | 2.4 seconds |
Even using the exact same website, the London test's responsiveness and full-load speed compared to the U.S. testAlmost there ~40%.That's because European travelers don't have to wait for their requests to cross the Atlantic and return. The servers are already in the neighborhood.
Why this is important for your website
The 0.6 second difference in Largest Contentful Paint may not sound like much on paper, but this is what it means in the real world:
- Better user experience:Pages start displaying significantly faster, keeping visitors engaged rather than making them wait.
- Improved search engine optimization:Google's Core Web Vitals uses metrics like LCP to rank websites. Faster LCP scores in targeted areas can give you an advantage over competitors further away.
- Higher conversion rates:Every additional second of load time decreases conversion rates. Data specific to mobile devices shows that more than half (53%) of mobile visitors leave when it takes more than 3 seconds to load. Faster sites reduce churn at checkout or registration.
Not only for new customers
If you are already a DreamHost customer but your audience is mainly in Europe, then you won't miss out. You can benefit from it now.
- DreamHost's support team can, upon request, convert theYour siteMigration from US data center to Amsterdam.
- You'll get the same hosting plans and features, just with the advantage of faster, more regionally appropriate hosting.
this meansnew entrantandExisting CustomersBoth can utilize the Amsterdam location to improve speed, reliability, and even compliance with EU data regulations.
How DreamHost EU infrastructure and compliance adds more value
Speed is just one part of the game-changing Amsterdam data center. The performance gains we saw in our tests were amplified by the technology and infrastructure behind them.
Hosting in the EU also addresses key compliance and data protection challenges for many businesses.
1. CDN-driven region-wide performance
The Amsterdam factory works in partnership with DreamHost's global Content Delivery Network (CDN). Static files such as images, CSS and JavaScript are cached in multiple edge locations around the world and then delivered from the edge location closest to the visitor.
- If someone fromSouthern Europe, North Africa or the Middle EastTo access your website, the CDN serves most pages from nearby edge nodes, while dynamic content comes directly from Amsterdam.
- This keeps site speeds consistently high, even for visitors who are not physically close to the Netherlands.
2. Enterprise-class infrastructure to ensure reliability
Behind the speed is a data center designed for stability:
- Advanced server hardware, which is used to process requests quickly and handle higher traffic loads.
- Redundant power and cooling systemsKeeps sites online in all conditions.
- Enterprise-grade security, protects your data from both physical and digital threats.
This means that the faster speeds you get from your Amsterdam location are not a short-term boost. They're powered by a system built for 24/7 performance.
3. Hosting in the EU for GDPR compliance and data protection
For businesses serving EU customers, where data is stored is just as important as how fast it loads. Hosting in Amsterdam means:
- Under the strict privacy and protection laws of the GDPR, your customer data is retained within the European Union.
- You can fulfill potential data residency requirements for clients or industries that require regional hosting.
- You can convince your audience that their information is handled according to European standards.
The Amsterdam data center combines the advantages of location with CDN coverage, robust infrastructure and EU-grade data protection. Together, these factors make your website faster, more reliable, and more trustworthy for visitors throughout the region.
3. Local payments, euro pricing and transparent VAT for European customers
While the Amsterdam data center offers clear technological advantages, it also offers practical advantages that can simplify day-to-day hosting management for European customers.
One of the biggest changes is the ability to pay in Euros. Prices are displayed in Euros at checkout, rather than converting from dollars and dealing with fluctuating exchange rates or additional bank fees, so you know exactly what you're paying for.
For small businesses and organizations, this clarity makes budgeting easier.
VAT compliance is also included in the process.DreamHost's EU setup ensures:
- VAT is automatically calculated based on your country/region.
- Your VAT number can be stored in your account for correct invoicing.
- Invoices are compliant with EU accounting standards, saving you time during tax reporting.
Even the client management experience benefits from the European expansion. Local language options and support resources in the dashboard make it easier for teams across the EU to manage their hosting without confusion.
Launch a WordPress Website in Minutes with Liftoff and AI Tools
With faster hosting, simpler billing and GDPR-compliant infrastructure in place in Europe, the next question is:What can you actually build on top of it?
DreamHost Liftoff Website BuilderLay a solid foundation and turn it into a live, personalized WordPress site in minutes. No coding required.
You don't have to deal with complicated installations and theme setups, just:
- Open DreamHost's WordPress Installation Assistant
- Choose Liftoff to answer a few quick questions about your website
- Let AI do the heavy lifting
In less than a minute, Liftoff creates a ready-made WordPress website, tailored to your answers, including design, structure, and placeholder content. From there, you can customize every detail, swap layouts from the design library, add your own images and text, or use the built-in AI content creator to write copy and generate visuals directly in the WordPress editor.
Liftoff also includes in your WordPress dashboard aIntelligent Task Assistant, to guide you through what to do next, a built-in analytics dashboard so you can see how the site is performing, and an AI-powered help center for quick answers without leaving the site.
How to start using DreamHost in Europe today
Setting up DreamHost's Amsterdam data center is very easy and you can do it right at the time of registration.
On the final step of registration, the checkout page, you will see the “Preferred Data Center Location” drop-down menu. Here you can select the physical location of the server that will host your site. Options include:
- USA - East (Ashburn, VA)
- USA - West (Hillsboro, Oregon)
- EU - West (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
Choosing EU - West (Amsterdam, Netherlands) ensures that your website is configured on DreamHost's European servers from the very beginning. You can immediately benefit from lower latency, faster loading times, GDPR compliance, and all the infrastructure advantages we've previously described.
From there, you can also check the Liftoff website builder option (hosting is free) to launch your WordPress website in under a minute using an AI-driven setup. If you plan to run an online store, you can check the box to install WooCommerce to have your site ready to go as soon as it goes live.
For those who want to migrate to the Amsterdam data centerExisting CustomersYou can contact DreamHost's support team to request a migration. Self-service migration tools are being developed to make this process easier in the future.
common problems
Can I choose the Amsterdam server location when I register?
Yes. In the last step of registration, i.e. on the checkout page, you will see the “Preferred data center location” drop-down menu. Choose EU - West (Amsterdam, Netherlands) and your website will be hosted in DreamHost's European facilities from day one.
How do euro prices compare to the dollar program?
DreamHost's EUR prices are in line with its USD plans, but you can avoid currency conversion fees and exchange rate fluctuations. Prices are displayed in Euros at checkout and VAT is automatically calculated based on your location.
Does DreamHost support free migration for EU users?
Yes. If you are migrating to DreamPress, DreamHost offers free priority site migration. For other hosting plans, the support team can assist with the migration to the Amsterdam data center and is working on a self-service migration tool.
Do all plans offer AI tools?
Yes. The Liftoff AI-powered WordPress builder and built-in AI content tools are included in shared hosting, VPS and DreamPress plans at no additional cost.
What EU domains are currently for sale?
DreamHost is regularly listed in EU country code domains (e.g. .de, .es, .eu, .uk, .co.uk etc.) on the promotion. Visit the domain pricing page during the registration period to see the latest offers, as sales will change over time.
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