Horizontal Autoscaling is designed to help Magento stores handle traffic spikes easily—without downtime or performance issues. Let’s explore why this feature is so valuable for e-commerce businesses.
What is Horizontal Autoscaling?
Horizontal Autoscaling automatically adds or removes entire server instances to match your store’s traffic demands. Unlike vertical scaling, which simply increases CPU resources on a single server, horizontal scaling ensures your store can handle massive traffic spikes without breaking a sweat.
The result? Your store stays fast, reliable, and cost-efficient—even during peak times like Black Friday or major product launches.
When Do You Need Horizontal Autoscaling?
If your store experiences traffic fluctuations, Horizontal Autoscaling can be a lifesaver. Here are some scenarios where it shines:
- Seasonal Campaigns: Handle traffic spikes during events like Black Friday or holiday sales.
- Marketing Promotions: Scale effortlessly when campaigns drive unexpected surges.
- Product Launches: Ensure flawless performance during major announcements.
- Unexpected Traffic: Adapt instantly to unplanned demand spikes.
How Does It Work?
Hypernode’s Horizontal Autoscaling is simple yet powerful:
- Set Your Thresholds: Define CPU thresholds, duration, and time ranges based on your store’s needs.
- Automatic Activation: When traffic hits your thresholds, autoscaling kicks in instantly.
- Adaptive Scaling: Additional server instances are added until the traffic subsides.
- Zero Downtime: Your store stays online and performs seamlessly, no matter the load.
You only pay for the resources you use, making it a cost-effective solution for businesses of all sizes.
Why We’re Excited About This Feature
As a Magento development and support company, we’ve seen firsthand how traffic spikes can strain even the best-built (Hyvä) stores. Here’s why we think Hypernode’s Horizontal Autoscaling is a game-changer:
- Best Performance: Your store stays fast and reliable, even during traffic surges.
- Cost Efficiency: You only pay for the resources you use, avoiding unnecessary expenses.
- Real-Time Monitoring: Track key metrics and receive notifications when scaling occurs.
- One-Time Setup: Configure your thresholds once, and the system handles the rest.
- Strict Eligibility Checks: Hypernode ensures your store meets all requirements before enabling autoscaling, reducing the risk of issues.
Is Your Store Ready for Horizontal Autoscaling?
To use Horizontal Autoscaling, your store must meet a few key requirements (check with your development agency):
- Operating System: Debian Bookworm.
- Varnish: Enabled and properly configured.
- Redis: Persistent Redis cache and sessions enabled.
- Remote Storage: Configured with AWS S3 or a supported driver.
- MySQL: Version 5.7 or higher.
- Magento: Version 2.4.7 or higher.
If your store isn’t quite ready, Hypernode provides guidance to help you meet these requirements so your development agency can work on it.
Pricing That Makes Sense
Horizontal Autoscaling is priced transparently:
- Monthly Subscription Fee: €25 (covers the core autoscaling service).
- Usage-Based Pricing: You pay per minute for each autoscaled instance, ensuring you only pay for what you use.
Why This Matters for Magento Stores
For Magento stores, performance is everything. Slow load times or downtime during peak traffic can lead to lost sales and frustrated customers. Hypernode’s Horizontal Autoscaling ensures your store is always ready to handle whatever comes its way—without breaking the bank.
As your E-commerce partner, we’re here to help you explore this feature and see if it’s the right fit for your store. Interested in Horizontal Autoscaling for your Magento store? Contact us today to learn more and get started.
