I have a small site that is only intended for periodic use.

If my linode is OFF when not in use, I assume the linode is more secure, and I might even save a small amount of money.

Are there any downsides to turning my linode OFF when not in use?

Only thing I can think of is that I have to boot it before I can use it.

You will be charged regardless of the power state of the Linode.

The only downside would be that your site would be inaccessible while off, while gaining nothing.

I would leave it on.

I had a second linode for a while for testing- I always shut it down when not in use- simply for security. Wasn't an issue to boot it up- certainly boots faster than my desktop

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Chris Bryant

Thanks for the replies, both of you. Glad I didn't miss anything!

You're talking about a VPS (the v means VIRTUAL), so shutting it down does nothing to save energy, the host is still churning thru those electrons.

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