Backups are the single most important safety net on any hosting server — and JetBackup is one of the most widely used backup solutions in cPanel environments. It automates the entire backup process, supports multiple storage destinations, and integrates directly with WHM and cPanel so both server administrators and end users can manage and restore their own backups without raising a support ticket. Like every piece of licensed hosting software, the price you pay for JetBackup depends on where and how you buy it. This guide breaks down JetBackup license pricing for 2026, compares the quarterly standalone option against bundle alternatives, and shows you where the real savings are.
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What JetBackup Does and Why It Matters
Before comparing prices, it helps to understand what JetBackup actually delivers on a hosting server:
- Automated scheduled backups — set backup frequency and retention policies at the server level without manual intervention
- Multiple storage destinations — back up to local storage, remote FTP, SFTP, Amazon S3, Google Drive, Backblaze B2, and more
- WHM and cPanel integration — server admins manage backup policies through WHM while end users can browse and restore their own files, databases, and emails directly from cPanel
- Incremental backups — only backs up changed data after the first full backup, reducing storage usage and backup time significantly
- One-click restore — individual files, databases, email accounts, and full account restores with a single click
For a hosting provider managing client accounts, JetBackup removes the manual overhead of backup management and gives clients the self-service restore capability that reduces support workload significantly.
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JetBackup Standalone License: $5/Quarter
The standalone JetBackup License is available at $5.00 USD per quarter — billed every three months rather than monthly. This includes:
- Latest version of JetBackup v5
- Instant activation
- Official upgrades and updates from JetBackup
- 24/7 support
- IP change support via client area
- Free installation
At $5/quarter, that works out to approximately $1.67/month — making JetBackup one of the most affordable licensed backup solutions available for cPanel environments on a per-month basis.
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JetBackup as Part of a Bundle
For cPanel server operators who need JetBackup alongside the rest of the standard hosting stack, Tremhost’s bundle options include JetBackup at no extra charge:
cPanel VPS Bundle — From $15.00/month:
- cPanel VPS License
- JetBackup License
- CloudLinux License
- Imunify360 License
- LiteSpeed License
- WHMReseller License
- Free Softaculous, SitePad, FleetSSL
- Free installation
cPanel Dedicated Bundle — From $16.00/month:
- Same full stack as the VPS bundle, calibrated for dedicated server environments
In both cases, JetBackup is included as part of the bundle without any additional per-quarter charge — making the bundle the most cost-efficient path for any cPanel server that needs JetBackup alongside the other standard hosting products.
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Standalone vs Bundle: The Cost Comparison
Here’s what the full standard cPanel hosting stack costs when sourced product by product versus bundled:
| Product | Standalone Monthly Equivalent |
|---|---|
| cPanel VPS License | $5.00/month |
| CloudLinux License | $6.00/month |
| Imunify360 License | $5.00/month |
| LiteSpeed 2 Core License | $5.00/month |
| WHMReseller License | ~$2.00/month |
| JetBackup License | ~$1.67/month |
| Total Standalone | ~$24.67/month |
| cPanel VPS Bundle | From $15.00/month |
| Monthly Saving | ~$9.67/month |
For a server operator who needs JetBackup as part of the full cPanel stack, the bundle saves nearly $10/month compared to sourcing each product individually — with JetBackup effectively included for free as part of that consolidated pricing.
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JetBackup v5: What’s New
The current JetBackup license covers version 5, which introduced several significant improvements over earlier versions:
- Redesigned interface — cleaner WHM and cPanel integration with a more intuitive backup management experience
- Expanded storage destination support — broader cloud storage compatibility including Wasabi, IDrive, and additional S3-compatible providers
- Improved incremental backup engine — faster backups with reduced storage footprint
- Enhanced restore options — more granular restore controls for individual files, databases, and email accounts
- Better performance at scale — improved handling for servers with large account volumes and high backup data sets
The $5/quarter standalone license covers JetBackup v5 with full access to official updates, meaning you’ll receive new version improvements as they’re released without any additional licensing cost.
Quarterly vs Annual Billing Considerations
JetBackup’s standalone license is billed quarterly at $5.00 per quarter. There’s no annual standalone option listed separately — but for operators who want to consolidate billing cycles, the cPanel bundle options are available across multiple billing periods:
| Bundle Billing Period | VPS Bundle Price | Dedicated Bundle Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | From $12.00 | From $13.00 |
| 3 Months | From $33.00 | From $35.00 |
| 6 Months | From $65.00 | From $70.00 |
| 12 Months | From $125.00 | From $138.00 |
For operators who prefer annual billing and want JetBackup included alongside the full cPanel stack, the 12-month bundle at $125/year works out to approximately $10.42/month — significantly below both the monthly standalone stack cost and the monthly bundle rate.
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Who Should Use the Standalone JetBackup License
- Server operators who already have cPanel, CloudLinux, Imunify360, and LiteSpeed licensed separately and simply need to add JetBackup on top
- Hosting providers running a non-cPanel environment who need JetBackup independently
- Anyone trialing JetBackup before committing to a longer-term licensing structure
- Operators who prefer the quarterly billing cycle as a standalone product
Who Should Use JetBackup Inside a Bundle
- cPanel hosting providers who need JetBackup alongside CloudLinux, Imunify360, LiteSpeed, and WHMReseller — which covers the vast majority of serious shared hosting environments
- Resellers managing multiple servers who want to consolidate licensing into a single invoice per server
- Anyone currently paying for several of the bundle’s included products separately who hasn’t yet switched to consolidated pricing
Why Buy Your JetBackup License Through Tremhost
Tremhost’s JetBackup licensing — available standalone at $5/quarter or included in cPanel bundle pricing from $15/month — comes with instant activation, official JetBackup v5 update access, 24/7 support, and free installation on every plan. For cPanel hosting operators who need JetBackup as part of a broader stack, Tremhost’s bundle pricing is the most cost-efficient way to get JetBackup running alongside cPanel, CloudLinux, Imunify360, LiteSpeed, and WHMReseller without managing multiple separate licenses and invoices.
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Final Thoughts
JetBackup is one of the most affordable licensed hosting products available on a per-month basis — at $5/quarter it works out to less than $2/month standalone. But for any cPanel server running the standard hosting stack, the bundle option makes JetBackup effectively free as part of a consolidated package that costs nearly $10/month less than sourcing all the included products separately. Whether you go standalone or bundle, JetBackup is a non-negotiable addition to any hosting server where client data protection and self-service restore capability matter.
