Managed Kubernetes cluster on Proxmox VE
Run containers on Proxmox infrastructure with Cloudfleet. Create a free Proxmox Kubernetes cluster today with the Cloudfleet Basic tier
Run containers on Proxmox infrastructure with Cloudfleet. Create a free Proxmox Kubernetes cluster today with the Cloudfleet Basic tier
Deploying Kubernetes on-premises or at the edge doesn’t have to be complex. By combining the power of Cloudfleet Kubernetes and Proxmox VE, you get a seamless, cost-effective solution for managing containerized workloads. Proxmox VE provides a robust, open-source virtualization platform, while Cloudfleet Kubernetes simplifies cluster deployment, scaling, and management. Together, they enable businesses to run Kubernetes clusters efficiently on their own infrastructure, whether in data centers, remote locations, or edge environments.
Kubernetes has become the de facto standard for container orchestration. Its ability to automate the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications has made it indispensable for modern software development. Although using Kubernetes to deploy applications is a relatively straightforward task, installing and managing a Kubernetes cluster is still a challenge for many.
Proxmox Virtual Environment (Proxmox VE) is an open-source server virtualization management platform that provides a powerful and flexible solution for running virtual machines and containers. It is essentially a management interface and API built on top of Linux’s KVM hypervisor and allows the creation of a virtualization infrastructure completely for free. Proxmox has been gaining popularity in the last few years and has started to find its place in enterprises.
Cloudfleet is a next-generation Kubernetes solution that provides a managed Kubernetes cluster. Cloudfleet allows you to add virtual machines from different public cloud providers and on-premises locations and brings all this compute power under one Kubernetes cluster, allowing you to manage deployment across different infrastructure locations from a single Kubernetes API. Moreover, Cloudfleet is completely free to start with its generous free tier.
Cloudfleet delivers a scalable and highly available Kubernetes control plane designed to operate seamlessly across hybrid environments. Whether you’re running on-premises, in the cloud, or a combination of both, Cloudfleet ensures consistent management and orchestration of your Kubernetes clusters. With built-in support for multi-cluster environments, it provides a unified platform for deploying, monitoring, and scaling workloads globally, giving you the flexibility to adapt to any infrastructure.
With Cloudfleet Kubernetes Engine (CFKE), deploying Kubernetes on-premises with Proxmox VE is effortless and efficient. CFKE manages the provisioning and scaling of the Kubernetes control plane - including API servers and the backend persistence layer - directly on your Proxmox infrastructure. It ensures high availability and fault tolerance by automatically detecting and replacing unhealthy nodes, applying patches, and simplifying cluster management. By leveraging Proxmox VE’s powerful virtualization capabilities, you can deploy Kubernetes clusters on your own hardware while maintaining the flexibility to expand into hybrid or cloud environments.
With Cloudfleet, extending your Proxmox-based on-premises Kubernetes clusters into the public cloud is seamless. This hybrid approach lets you manage both on-premises infrastructure and cloud-hosted environments (like AWS, Azure, and GCP) from one unified dashboard. When your workloads demand additional capacity, Cloudfleet enables your applications to burst into the public cloud, scaling effortlessly to thousands of instances across hundreds of nodes within seconds. This flexibility ensures you can handle spikes in demand with ease, all while maintaining the control and cost-effectiveness of your Proxmox VE environment.
Cloudfleet streamlines Day 2 operations by automating essential tasks such as software installations, updates, and patch management. These processes run seamlessly in the background, ensuring your applications stay up-to-date with the latest features and security patches without requiring manual intervention. This automation minimizes downtime, reduces the risk of human error, and frees up your teams to focus on innovation and delivering value, rather than spending time on repetitive maintenance tasks. Whether running on Proxmox VE or in the cloud, Cloudfleet ensures your Kubernetes environment operates smoothly and efficiently.
CFKE integrates Open Container Initiative (OCI) containers and Cloud Native Computing Foundation-certified Kubernetes for seamless container orchestration, while also leveraging a range of other powerful open-source technologies to ensure flexibility and scalability in your infrastructure.
Cloudfleet Cluster Security for Kubernetes enhances protection with advanced capabilities like runtime threat detection, full lifecycle vulnerability management, and risk profiling, ensuring your Kubernetes environments are secure from deployment to runtime.
Cloudfleet leverages universal metrics, allowing you to easily analyze and forecast expenses across projects, clusters, and deployments.
Enjoy a consistent deployment experience across all environments, ensuring your applications run smoothly and reliably, no matter where they’re hosted.
Easily deploy your applications anywhere - whether it’s in the cloud, on-premises, or across hybrid environments - ensuring flexibility and scalability without compromise.
Automate your installation and upgrades seamlessly, ensuring your systems are always up-to-date with minimal manual intervention and zero downtime.
Yes, Proxmox Kubernetes is suitable for both homelab and production environments. For homelabs, it provides an efficient, cost-effective way to experiment with Kubernetes using existing hardware. In production, it enables automated, scalable deployments with built-in high availability, advanced networking, and seamless integration with enterprise storage solutions. Its flexibility supports hybrid and multi-cloud architectures, optimizing costs while maintaining full control over infrastructure.
The perception that Proxmox Kubernetes is only for homelabs comes from its strong adoption among self-hosted enthusiasts and its ease of use on consumer hardware. Additionally, Proxmox VE’s open-source nature and lower entry cost compared to traditional enterprise Kubernetes solutions contribute to the misconception, despite its robust capabilities for production workloads.
Fine-grained role-based access control (RBAC) with organization and project scopes, least-privilege permissions, and comprehensive audit trails for all user actions.
Enterprise Single Sign-On (SSO) via SAML and OIDC, integrating with Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, Google Workspace, and other compatible identity providers.
Governance, centralized audit logging, and compliance readiness aligned with SOC 2 and ISO 27001 standards (certifications in progress).
Built to support large-scale, mission-critical deployments with dedicated teams, proven processes, and clear operational commitments.
Expert-led architecture, deployment, and migration services to help you design, roll out, and scale Cloudfleet across complex environments.
A dedicated customer success team guiding onboarding, adoption, and long-term success, with access to best practices and operational guidance.
24/7 access to experienced engineers via defined support channels, with clear escalation paths for critical incidents.
Clearly defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs) covering availability, response times, and incident handling for mission-critical workloads.
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Using Cloudfleet together with Hetzner allowed us to bring up a managed Kubernetes cluster just as quick as with any US-based hyper-scaler, but with the benefit of being EU hosted which is very valuable in today's times.
By combining our standardized configurations with the powerful automation features of the Cloudfleet platform, we've built a development workflow that is fast, secure, and incredibly efficient.
Perfect balance between flexibility and managed service - and the support is outstanding.
We deploy to customer infrastructure without changing how we build or manage Kubernetes.
It is easy to build a multi-cloud setup without getting locked into any single provider.
It is easy to build a multi-cloud setup without vendor lock-in.
Cloudfleet lets us scale our game servers across multiple providers - reliably and affordably.
Cloudfleet not only cut our infrastructure costs - it saved us hours of work by taking cluster management off our plate.
Run Kubernetes consistently across public cloud, private infrastructure, and on-prem environments, with a single control plane and unified operational model.
Operate, scale, and migrate Kubernetes clusters across environments using a consistent, opinionated platform that reduces operational overhead.
Transparent pricing and infrastructure control help you avoid hyperscaler lock-in, hidden fees, and unexpected cost growth as your workloads scale.
Retain full portability of your clusters, workloads, and tooling by running standard Kubernetes without proprietary extensions or forced dependencies.
Designed for production workloads, with operational tooling, escalation paths, and support processes built to meet enterprise reliability requirements.
Secure by default, with isolation, encryption, and access controls designed to meet the requirements of regulated and security-conscious organizations.
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