Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Vultr Startup Scripts

Updated on 10 September, 2025

Frequently asked questions and answers about Vultrs products, services, and platform features.

These are the frequently asked questions for Startup Scripts for Vultr Instances.

Which Startup Scripts types are supported?

Vultr supports several types of Startup Scripts:

Linux systems use cloud-init user-data. See [Deploy a Vultr Server with
Cloud-Init User-Data](https://docs.vultr.com/how-to-deploy-a-vultr-server-with-cloudinit-userdata) for more details.
Fedora CoreOS uses Ignition. See the Ignition user guide and the Fedora CoreOS documentation for details.
Windows and *BSD systems use boot scripts.
iPXE scripts automatically install operating systems.

How can I apply a Startup Script to an Instance?

Startup scripts require a two-step process. First, add a script to your account. Then, assign that script to an instance under Server Settings when deploying the instance.

Can I add Startup Scripts using the Vultr API?

Yes, you can manage Startup Scripts using the Startup Scripts API endpoints and the Vultr CLI.

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