When you go serious about using Betfair bot for daily betting you gonna face an issue that it requires your PC switched on at least for the whole time frame of racing if not 24/7. That’s not always convenient and one of the reasons many choose VPS (virtual private server) to run Betfair bots. Another scenario is when you got a mac book, most (if not all) Betfair bots can run only on Windows machines.

What is VPS? Basically it’s a server physically located in a data center, accessible via Remote Desktop with your login details (e.g. administrator). When you sign up the provider sends you the login and all instructions how to connect. Then you can connect and set up any software or do any actions like web browsing from your VPS. Even if you disconnect from VPS it keeps running 24/7 and can keep your bot up placing bets. Normally VPS cost anything from £10 to £30 per month depending on provider and system requirements. Good news is that most Betfair bots are not demanding in terms of computer resources so it’s fine to choose the cheapest configuration.

What is important when you choose VPS for Betfair bots? First of all you gonna need Windows VPS. When you sign up most providers will offer a choice between Linux and Windows, make sure to select Windows. Also very important thing is to choose VPS located in UK since Betfair itself is located in UK. This will make sure fastest connection speed. Also Betfair is not available in many countries and if your VPS IP is from such country you will not be able to run the bot (e.g. France). Best option is to google “vps in UK” and then ask the provider is their IP indeed located in UK before you sign up.

That’s being said some Betfair bots run online like any normal website and can be used from Apple mac book or iPhone and don’t require VPS. They are already built with their own servers, it requires only registration, even no download. One of such Betfair bots is 5starbot which also offers free 7 day trial. It comes with staking plans, betting strategies and paper trading mode making it easy to get familiar with.