Plesk Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Plesk
Patrick M.
Last position:
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- A series of interactive live online workshops designed to help students and recent graduates from the African diaspora prepare for the professional world, improve their problem-solving skills, and master tech skills.
Andreas I.
Last position:
Cybersecurity Specialist Assessor at Bundesnetzagentur
- Recognition of national notified bodies
- Preparation of cybersecurity competency reports
- EU Radio Equipment Directive
David B.
Last position:
Acting Partner at Bliestal Consulting UG
- Redesigning cablewise infrastructure with CAT 8.1 keystones, measuring the speed and quality of the new installation with Pockethernet, documentation at a local saddlery
- CAT 8.1 installation and building a data center, site linking, VPN and VLAN configuration for a local car dealership, implementation of IT-Security standards like virus protection (G Data) and firewalling (OPNSense)
- Relocation of a tax office with redesign of the IT infrastructure, virus protection (G Data) and backup solutions (QNAP)
- Planning, conception and implementation of an inhouse data center, BSI-compliant for commercial laundry (including Proxmox-based virtualization of existing infrastructures, QNAP, G Data, OPNSense, APC)
- Implementation and conception of security solutions in the SME sector
- Collaboration on the IT-security concept for the Bremen network of authorities (in the dLAN network)
- Creation of IT-security concept VOIS (modules MESO, KFZ/iKFZ) including audit preparation for KBA
- Expansion of the IT-security concept for the online service for electronic residence registration (eWA) to include use as an eFA (one-for-all) service (nationwide)
- Expansion of the IT-security concept to include modules wos & wvp
- Concept development for the implementation of DIN SPEC 27076 at MSEs and SMEs
- Creation and evaluation of emergency concepts
- Creation and evaluation of response actions and BCM plans
- Assessment of existing business continuity management (ISO 22301)
- Development of BCM strategy options
- Conducting awareness training
Karsten K.
Last position:
IT Consultant at Freelance IT Consultant
EvoBus / Daimler Buses (Spare parts)
- Support existing pricing platform
- Further development of existing pricing platform
- Refactoring the central pricing logic
Motorservice International (MSI) (Spare parts)
- Support existing pricing platform
- Further development of existing pricing platform
MAHLE (Spare parts)
- Further development of existing pricing platform
MANN & HUMMEL (Spare parts)
- Support existing pricing platform
HELLWEG Building & Garden Centers (Full assortment) Central pricing setup
- Analysis and documentation of pricing rules
- Setup of pricing for stores & online
- Software architect
- Lead developer of pricing logic (Groovy)
- Support pricing platform
- Further development of pricing platform
PORSCHE AG (Spare parts & accessories) Pricing setup for headquarters and subsidiaries
- Analysis and documentation
- Setup of pricing for headquarters and stores
- Software architect
- Lead developer of pricing logic (Groovy)
- Support pricing platform
- Further development of pricing platform
Julian H.
Last position:
Working Student / Master's Thesis Student Software Development at Scale GmbH
- Tech-Stack: Python, Qt, tensorflow.js, plotly, Angular, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, Git
Guido S.
Last position:
Senior Software Developer at Industry
Migration of various Angular applications to Entra ID with Microsoft Authentication Library
Code analysis
Replacing KeyCloak access with MSAL (e.g. login, roles, etc.)
Connection to REST services
UI/UX improvements
Testing and bug fixing
Windows 10
Angular, Angular Material, Visual Studio Code, MSAL, Entra ID, Azure, Azure DevOps, Jira, Confluence, Javascript, HTML, CSS
Daniel W.
Last position:
Web Developer and Linux System Administrator at Freelancer
- Consultation on setting up a web server with Apache2 and PHP FPM and an email server with Postfix and Dovecot for Learn4good Ltd.
- Programmed website under-construction.bermudafunk.org in collaboration with a designer and client for bermuda.funk Freies Radio Rhein-Neckar e.V.
- Consultation and network setup on-site including switches, routers, Wi-Fi, network monitoring, firewalls, and installation of sFirm banking software for The Swiss Quality Consulting GmbH
- Consultation on website management and development, email migration from Outlook to cPanel, image optimization, and setting up Square payments for The JABA Group Ltd.
- MS365 consultation, email setup, and document synchronization for PK reno GmbH
- Development and integration of WooCommerce plugins, B2B shop setup, and custom shipping label export for Nurso GmbH
- Minor changes implementation for existing Kirby system for Julia Rautenhaus
- Analysis and fixing of WordPress website after broken updates for Alina Frey
- Linux server hardening, updates, and throughput optimization for 3proxy servers for Lietparkas UAB
- Malware removal from hacked WordPress website for Timo Horn
- Cold email outreach system setup with Postfix and Dovecot and script development for Aman Ketebo
- Customized Docker container creation based on AlmaLinux with ImageMagick 7 and consultation on Docker installation for Henry Hook
- Plesk hosting environment management, code fixes, external supplier integration, and content support for First Class Corporation
- Shopify theme customization, feature development, and payment integration consultation for Youro GmbH
- Intel camera support on Ubuntu after upgrade for Making stories with a lesson
- NginX configuration support on Windows Servers for a NodeJS application for ARMBRUSTER empiric it
- Competitor email verification mechanism analysis for Casey Monaghan
- Plugin development and API connector to Inswitch for freelance website payments for Mediaquotes
- Private XMPP server setup on Raspberry Pi for Antonio Codespoti
- WordPress website recovery after broken plugin update for A & R Tennis
- Microsoft account and Office/Outlook migration support for Prof. Dr. Hanns-Ferdinand Müller
- Customization and performance optimization of client websites for sk.design
- VPN configuration and hacked server cleanup for Xisio Informationssysteme GmbH
- PeerTube server setup and maintenance for Lupin Vondosky
- Lightweight WordPress booking solution programming tailored to client needs for AP Online Marketing
- Code refactoring, bug fixing, and business/technical consultation for RentAfrika
- SellYourSaas setup and deployment infrastructure configuration for I-Motion SARL
- Server, email, GitLab, project management, password management software, and VPNs setup and maintenance for Markus Sattler
- Custom development for over 10 WordPress projects for TOGEMAXX media & webdesign
- WooCommerce shop setup and FTP supplier product import development for SERVOMED GmbH
- Open-source contributions to Whonix components, iptables to nftables migration, shutdown inhibition investigation, and IPv6 support addition for ENCRYPTED SUPPORT LP
- Custom feature development, performance optimization, update management, email delivery support, plugin bug fixes, and translations for KU Europe GmbH
- Custom plugin/theme development, server infrastructure management, support for 100+ WordPress websites, API connector development, deployment script setup, VPN configuration, DNS, email, and web hosting support for giftGRÜN GmbH
- Server setup, web and email hosting migration, and website maintenance and development for Eisbaden.de
- Custom WordPress and Shopify development for EcomPlus GmbH
- Hacked website recovery and hosting migration for Be Brave gUG
- Finalization of development tasks left incomplete by another developer for Medicare Consulting GmbH
- Recovery of unbootable hacked server for SK-Software, Entwicklung & Beratung
Hobby projects:
- Development and running of a web chat application
- Development and running of an email service
- Development and running of a darknet link list
- Development and running of a darknet web hosting platform
- Code contributions to open source projects such as LMMS, Audacity, and Ubuntu
Karsten G.
Last position:
Software Development at Siemens Mobility GmbH
- Maintenance and further development of several existing projects in the "AI-powered transportation" sector, based on React, REST-like APIs (Spring, Python) and various design libraries
- Responsible in the project for build processes, JavaScript development, architecture, coordination and communication with the design team
- Agile software development (Scrum, Kanban)
- Technologies: React, TypeScript, Ant Design, Node.js, Yarn, Vite, i18n, Postgres, Keycloak, Jest, Cypress, Storybook
- Tools: IntelliJ, Git, GitLab CI, Docker, Confluence, Jira
Andreas E.
Last position:
AI Coach and Consultant at Studio 8 Dortmund
- Setting up and consulting a startup for organizational development (AI-supported)
- Vision and mission workshops
- Marketing roadmap and process design
- Development of sales processes (sales funnel, lead generation)
- Brand building and social media omnichannel strategies
- Content generation for audio, video, and posts (AI-supported)
- Agile consulting and SAFe implementation
- Atlassian consulting and setup of Confluence and Jira (workflows, dashboards, reporting)
- Setup of a podcast and video studio including live streaming setup
- Selection and implementation of hardware and software
- Website creation and brand building
- CMS implementation based on Typo3
- Consulting in sales, marketing, and social media
- Supporting companies in the efficient use of AI technologies
- Strategy development and consulting on implementing AI strategies
- Change management and supporting teams in AI adoption, including training
- Technical expertise in machine learning, data processing, and large language models (LLMs) like Llama, Claude, and OpenAI GPT
- Selection, fine-tuning, and integration of LLMs into business processes
- Consulting on ethics and governance for responsible AI use
- Conducting tailored training for executives and teams
- AI analysis of various large language models (Llama, OpenAI, Mistral)
- Creation and training of custom GPTs focused on organizational development (product vision, OKR, agile maturity)
- Development of a chatbot on agile maturity
- Development of an AI-generated survey to assess organizational agility
- Setup of local offline GPTs with a focus on data protection and GDPR compliance
- Conducting AI workshops for SMEs and mid-sized companies
Kristian G.
Last position:
2nd and 3rd-Level Support at Samhammer AG
- Call and ticket processing using ticketing systems
- Providing expert user support
- Remote troubleshooting for hardware and software issues
- Assigning and installing software via remote access
- Assisting users with setting up computers and mobile devices
- User management for various applications
- Close collaboration with clients (2nd and 3rd-Level Support)
Andreas M.
Last position:
Managing Director at ESIS-ERP GmbH
- Took over management of the company
Marcus R.
Last position:
Team Manager at dogado GmbH
- Team leader for Operations Mass Hosting in DACH, Finland and Norway
- Team leader for Engineering Mass Hosting in DACH and Finland
- Responsible for Webhosting & Mail for the dogado Group in DACH and Finland
- Managed a team of 12 Linux administrators, both technically and disciplinarily
Christoph K.
Last position:
Business Case: Customer Operations Upsell Expansion at * confidential
- Establishment of as-is baseline performance and KPI framework
- Extrapolation of baseline-potential in relation to product, demand and organizational structure for t + 3 years into the future
- Development of measure-based improvements forecast
- Finalization of financial business modelling by including unit structure changes, commission scheme development and overhead costs
- Stack: Microsoft Excel
Ioan Liviu P.
Last position:
IT Specialist/Application Developer at HST Systemtechnik GmbH / Axel Zangenberg GmbH
- Development of web applications and integration with the Work4All ERP/CRM system using Node.js (Express.js, Socket.IO, TypeScript, Angular, Material, Angular Flex)
- Development of web applications with PHP (without framework)
- Frontend development with HTML, CSS, SCSS, JavaScript, JSON, Bootstrap, complex forms and data tables
- Database work with Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB and others
- Collaborative work using Agile/Scrum and version control with Git
- Configuration, maintenance, migration and backup of CMS (Joomla, Mediawiki, Piwik/Matomo)
- System administration until 2019: maintenance and configuration of servers (Windows, Linux), clients and network
- Virtualization with VMware ESXi and Veeam Backup & Replication
- Initial steps in the field of artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Alexander S.
Last position:
TYPO3 Senior Fullstack Developer, Backend & Frontend at Vergleich.de Gesellschaft für Verbraucherinformation mbH via HALIAN GmbH
- Typoscript
- Extbase
- Fluid
- Typescript
- requireJS
- WebVital
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Statistics of experts using Plesk
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years
Position duration
4.4 years
Positions per freelancer
9
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Retail, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Logistics, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
56%
Master's degree or higher
33%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
93%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using Plesk
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Plesk experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (93%)
- Retail (47%)
- Professional Services (40%)
- Government and Administration (40%)
- Banking and Finance (33%)
- Transportation (33%)
- Education (27%)
- Manufacturing (27%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Hosting control
Plesk is a commercial hosting control panel for managing websites, domains, mailboxes, databases, DNS, certificates and server resources through a central interface. Companies use it to run shared hosting, managed WordPress services, agency environments and dedicated web servers without handling every task from the command line.
Core ecosystem
Plesk supports Linux and Windows Server environments and connects with common web, database and infrastructure services. Strong specialists work with Apache, Nginx, PHP, MySQL or MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Docker, Git, DNS providers and certificate services. Plesk extensions add backup, security, monitoring, WordPress and migration capabilities.
Typical projects
- Set up and harden a new Plesk server
- Migrate websites, mailboxes, domains and databases
- Configure subscriptions, service plans and reseller access
- Automate provisioning, backups and recurring maintenance
- Stabilize WordPress hosting and diagnose resource issues
When expertise matters
Companies often bring in freelance Plesk specialists during hosting migrations, provider changes, server rebuilds or periods of rapid website growth. They also help when permissions, DNS, mail delivery, backups or updates create operational risk. For organizations in Germany, remote collaboration can work well when documentation and access procedures are clear; on-site support may matter for tightly controlled infrastructure.
Quality signals
A capable professional understands both the Plesk interface and the underlying operating system. They can explain changes, protect customer data, test rollback plans and separate tenant access correctly. Look for practical experience with logs, DNS, mail authentication, firewall rules, backups, updates and performance troubleshooting rather than panel-only configuration.
Delivery and handover
Good Plesk work ends with a predictable operating model. Specialists document server settings, extension choices, credentials handling, backup validation and escalation paths. They should also leave repeatable procedures for creating subscriptions, renewing certificates, restoring data and reviewing security alerts. Clear handover makes future maintenance safer and easier.
Frequently asked questions
Key details about Plesk, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
Plesk is used to manage web hosting through a graphical control panel. It covers domains, websites, email, databases, DNS, SSL certificates, backups, users and server resources. Companies use it for hosting operations, agency environments and managed WordPress services.
Plesk and cPanel both simplify server and hosting administration, but they differ in interface, supported operating systems, licensing and extension ecosystems. Plesk is often chosen for mixed Linux and Windows hosting or for its integrated WordPress and subscription management features. The right choice depends on the existing infrastructure and operating model.
A strong Plesk specialist should understand Linux or Windows Server administration, Apache, Nginx, PHP, SQL databases, DNS and email delivery. Security hardening, shell scripting, Git, Docker, monitoring and backup recovery are also valuable. These skills help diagnose problems below the control-panel layer.
A Plesk freelancer should have handled work that resembles your environment, such as migrations, multi-tenant hosting, WordPress operations or server hardening. Ask for examples of incidents they diagnosed and how they protected uptime and data during changes. Relevant hands-on scope matters more than familiarity with the interface alone.
Yes, Plesk administration is often suitable for remote collaboration when secure access, change approvals and monitoring are available. German companies may also require clear documentation, dependable communication and alignment with internal security processes. On-site work can be useful for restricted networks or infrastructure that cannot be accessed remotely.
Ask a Plesk professional to explain their approach to backups, updates, permissions, DNS changes and rollback planning. A quality specialist tests changes, reviews logs and documents the final configuration. They should be able to distinguish a panel setting from an underlying operating-system or application issue.
Plesk supports WordPress hosting through tools for installation, updates, staging, security checks and site management. It can help agencies and hosting teams operate many sites with consistent settings. The quality of the result still depends on server sizing, plugin control, caching and backup design.
Plesk is well suited to managed hosting, agency platforms, business websites and environments where delegated access is important. It may be less suitable when a team needs highly customized infrastructure controlled entirely through automation or a cloud-native orchestration layer. A specialist can assess whether the panel supports the required workflows without adding unwanted limits.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Plesk in their recent projects is 95 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 764 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Plesk in their recent projects, 56% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 33% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Plesk in their recent projects have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 4.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Plesk in their recent projects are German (100%), English (93%), and French (20%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Plesk in their recent projects are Information Technology (93%), Retail (47%), and Professional Services (40%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Plesk in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (80%), and Project Management (73%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Plesk
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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