Proxmox Virtual Environment — Enterprise-Grade Open Source Virtualization

Proxmox Virtual Environment (Proxmox VE) is a powerful open-source server virtualization platform that combines KVM-based virtual machines and LXC containers in a single, unified management interface. As a certified Proxmox Partner, Wekos deploys, manages, and migrates Proxmox VE environments for clients across every industry — from SMB single-node setups to enterprise multi-cluster deployments with Ceph distributed storage.

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Wekos presents this resource guide to Proxmox Virtual Environment — the platform we recommend, deploy, and manage for clients who need enterprise-grade virtualization without enterprise-level licensing costs. We have provided a summary of the platform’s core capabilities and subscription options below to help you understand what Proxmox VE offers and what a subscription includes. For full technical documentation, visit proxmox.com directly. If you want to discuss whether Proxmox VE is the right fit for your environment — or want a quote for deployment or migration — contact the Wekos team.

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What Is Proxmox Virtual Environment?

Proxmox VE is an open-source server virtualization platform built on Debian GNU/Linux using a custom Linux kernel. It manages two virtualization technologies from a single interface: KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) for full virtual machines, and LXC for lightweight Linux containers. The platform is released under the GNU AGPLv3 license, meaning the source code is freely available, inspectable, and open for contributions. Proxmox, the company behind the platform, maintains consistent enterprise-class quality standards across all releases.

Built on Debian GNU/Linux with custom kernel
KVM full virtualization for Windows and Linux VMs
LXC lightweight containers for Linux workloads
Single web-based interface manages both
Open source — GNU AGPLv3 license
Actively developed since 2008
Source code publicly available at git.proxmox.com

Proxmox VE Core Features & Capabilities

Proxmox VE includes a comprehensive set of enterprise virtualization features built into the base platform — no additional licensing required for HA, live migration, clustering, or Ceph storage.

KVM Virtual Machines

Industry-leading Linux full virtualization
Near-native performance on all x86 hardware
Supports Intel VT-x and AMD-V
Run Windows and Linux VMs side by side
Private virtualized hardware per VM — NIC, disk, GPU adapter

LXC Containers

Lightweight OS-level virtualization
Shares the host kernel — minimal overhead
Run multiple isolated Linux systems on a single host
Managed via the same Proxmox VE interface
Powerful API and simple tooling

Web-Based Management

Full-featured GUI accessible from any browser
No separate management tool required
ExtJS-based interface — clean and responsive
Multi-master design — manage cluster from any node
Task history and system logs per node

High Availability (HA)

Multi-node HA cluster built on proven Linux HA technologies
HA Manager monitors VMs and containers automatically
Zero-configuration out of the box
Watchdog-based fencing simplifies deployment
HA Simulator for testing cluster behavior

Live Migration

Move running VMs between cluster nodes with no downtime
Transparent to end users throughout
Initiate from GUI or command line
Enables maintenance without service impact
Works across shared and local storage

Clustering

Scale from single node to large clusters
Proxmox Cluster File System (pmxcfs) — database-driven cluster file system
Real-time configuration sync via Corosync
Multi-master — no dedicated manager node
Stores configuration for thousands of VMs

Software-Defined Storage (Ceph)

Fully integrated Ceph management in GUI
RADOS Block Device (RBD) for VM disk images
CephFS for POSIX-compliant shared filesystem
Self-healing distributed storage
Scales to exabyte level on commodity hardware

Flexible Storage Options

Local: LVM, ZFS, directory-based storage
Network: NFS, SMB/CIFS, iSCSI, GlusterFS
Ceph RBD and CephFS natively integrated
No storage limits — add as many as needed
Live migration enabled with shared storage

Software-Defined Networking

Built-In Firewall

Backup & Restore

Integrated backup with vzdump tool
Scheduled backup jobs by node and VM
Full backups including VM config and data
Proxmox Backup Server integration — incremental, encrypted, live-restore capable
Single-file restore from VM backups

Management Interfaces — GUI, CLI & REST API

Every management function in Proxmox VE is accessible through three interfaces — whichever best fits your workflow. The web GUI provides a complete management experience without requiring any additional tools. The CLI provides full control via SSH with intelligent tab completion and comprehensive man pages. The RESTful API uses JSON Schema and enables integration with third-party management tools, automation platforms, and custom hosting environments. A mobile app for Android and an HTML5 mobile web interface round out the access options.

Web GUI — full management from any modern browser
CLI — intelligent tab completion, full man pages
REST API — JSON Schema, easy third-party integration
Android app via Flutter framework
HTML5 mobile interface for on-the-go management
All interfaces access the same full feature set

Proxmox VE Subscriptions — Enterprise Repository & Support

Proxmox VE is free and open source — the platform itself has no per-VM, per-CPU, or per-host licensing cost. Proxmox offers an optional annual subscription program that provides access to the Proxmox Enterprise Repository (the most stable and tested package channel), plus enterprise-grade technical support. Subscriptions are priced per physical CPU socket per server, for a one-year term. Wekos can procure Proxmox subscriptions on your behalf as part of your managed services engagement.

Community

$140 / year per CPU socket

Basic

$430 / year per CPU socket

Stable and secure updates
All platform features included
3 support tickets per year
Response time: 1 business day
Datacenter Manager Enterprise Repository
Suitable for: growing businesses

Standard

$640 / year per CPU socket

Most Popular

Stable and secure updates
All platform features included
10 support tickets per year
Response time: 4 hours within business day
Remote support via SSH
Offline subscription key activation
Datacenter Manager Enterprise Repository
Suitable for: most production environments

Premium

$1,280 / year per CPU socket

Stable and secure updates
All platform features included
Unlimited support tickets
Response time: 2 hours within business day
Remote support via SSH
Offline subscription key activation
Datacenter Manager Enterprise Repository
Suitable for: mission-critical environments

USD prices converted from EUR at 1 EUR = $1.161 (April 2026) and rounded up to the nearest $10. Original EUR pricing at proxmox.com/en/products/proxmox-virtual-environment/pricing. All prices are net. VAT may apply.

Proxmox Subscription FAQ

Common questions about Proxmox VE subscriptions. For the full FAQ and subscription agreement, visit proxmox.com directly.

How many subscriptions do I need?

Proxmox subscriptions are priced per physical CPU socket that is occupied on the motherboard and in use. A few important clarifications: the subscription is per socket, not per core — a 64-core CPU counts the same as a 4-core CPU. You only pay for sockets that have a physical CPU installed — an empty motherboard slot does not require a subscription. Each server in your cluster needs its own subscription based on its specific socket count, and all nodes in a cluster should be at the same subscription level to ensure repository consistency and support eligibility.

What is the Enterprise Repository?

The Proxmox Enterprise Repository is the default, stable, and recommended package repository for all Proxmox solutions. It provides access to security fixes and updates as soon as they are available. Packages in this repository are heavily tested before release, making it the recommended channel for any production environment. Access to the Enterprise Repository requires an active Proxmox subscription at any tier.

Source: Proxmox VE Subscription FAQ — proxmox.com/en/products/proxmox-virtual-environment/pricing

Procure Your Proxmox Subscription Through Wekos

As an approved Proxmox Partner, Wekos can procure Proxmox VE subscriptions on your behalf — consolidated on your monthly Wekos invoice alongside your managed services.

Ready to Deploy or Migrate to Proxmox VE?

Whether you are evaluating Proxmox VE for the first time, planning a migration from VMware, or looking to expand an existing Proxmox environment — the Wekos team is ready to help. Talk to a certified Proxmox engineer about your specific requirements.