VPS hosting, which stands for Virtual Private Server hosting, is a type of web hosting where a physical server is divided into multiple virtual servers. Each virtual server acts as an independent and isolated server, providing its users with dedicated resources and greater control over their hosting environment.

VPS hosting is suitable for websites or applications that require more resources, customization options, and control than shared hosting can provide, but do not require the entire physical server resources of dedicated hosting. It is often used by businesses, e-commerce websites, developers, and users with specific hosting requirements.