Company snapshot
| Category | Internap | OnApp CDN |
|---|---|---|
| Status | defunct | active |
| Founded | — | — |
| Headquarters | — | — |
| Website | — | — |
| Docs | — | — |
Overview
Internap Holding LLC, formerly Internap Corporation (INAP), was a provider of data center, cloud, and content delivery network (CDN) services, founded in 1996 and headquartered in Norcross, Georgia. Its CDN, once a key offering, leveraged the VitalStream platform and Managed Internet Route Optimizer (MIRO) for optimized content delivery. The company served enterprises, including IPTV providers like NetMax Media, with a focus on performance through its Private Network Access Points (P-NAP). In 2023, Internap rebranded to HorizonIQ, shifting focus to bare metal cloud and colocation services. Its CDN operations have been discontinued, and the company now operates as a cloud-focused business.
OnApp CDN is a federated content delivery network designed for hosting providers, utilizing spare capacity in OnApp Clouds to deliver content globally. It supports HTTP push, pull, and streaming/live streaming, catering to hosting providers and enterprises managing web content delivery. The platform integrates with OnApp Cloud, enabling users to leverage a network of edge servers for improved performance. It is primarily used by service providers and enterprises needing scalable CDN solutions. The service is operational as of August 16, 2025, with recent updates enhancing its reporting capabilities.
Network & Architecture
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OnApp CDN operates a global network of Points of Presence (PoPs) by leveraging spare capacity from OnApp Clouds, though specific PoP counts are not publicly detailed. It uses a federated model, combining edge servers from multiple cloud hosts to ensure broad geographic coverage. The platform supports content delivery across regions including North America, EMEA, APAC, and others, with synchronization between CDN and OnApp Cloud occurring every 20 minutes by default. Regional strengths include flexibility for hosting providers, but limitations may arise from reliance on third-party cloud capacity, potentially affecting consistency in less dense regions.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Internap | OnApp CDN |
|---|---|---|
waf | ✗ | ✗ |
bot_mitigation | ✗ | ✗ |
ddos | ✗ | ✗ |
rate_limit | ✗ | ✗ |
http3_quic | ✗ | ✗ |
tls13 | ✗ | ✗ |
tiered_cache | ✗ | ✗ |
origin_shield | ✗ | ✗ |
instant_purge | ✓ | ✓ |
stale_while_revalidate | ✗ | ✗ |
stale_if_error | ✗ | ✗ |
image_optimization | ✗ | ✗ |
video_vod | ✗ | ✓ |
video_live | ✗ | ✓ |
drm | ✗ | ✗ |
hls_dash_packaging | ✗ | ✗ |
websockets | ✗ | ✗ |
signed_urls | ✗ | ✗ |
edge_compute | ✗ | ✗ |
functions | ✗ | ✗ |
kv_storage | ✗ | ✗ |
api_first | ✓ | ✓ |
realtime_logs | ✓ | ✓ |
log_push | ✗ | ✗ |
terraform | ✗ | ✗ |
Legend: ✓ = Supported, ✗ = Not supported, — = Not listed
Pricing
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OnApp CDN primarily targets enterprise clients, with pricing typically based on committed contracts tailored to hosting providers. No public per-GB pricing is disclosed, and there is no free tier or pay-as-you-go (PAYG) option widely advertised. Pricing details are available through direct inquiry with OnApp sales teams. For more information, visit https://www.virtuozzo.com/onapp-cdn/.[](https://www.virtuozzo.com/onapp-cloud-docs/7.0/release-notes-onapp-6-4/OnApp%2520CDN.pdf)
Integrations & DevEx
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OnApp CDN offers API-first integration for managing CDN resources, with documentation available at https://docs.onapp.com/cdn/. Real-time logs support monitoring, but there is no public evidence of Terraform support, SDKs, or specific CI/CD integrations. The platform includes tools for managing CDN resources within the OnApp Control Panel, with recent UI updates enhancing usability. Migration tools or import capabilities are not explicitly documented.
When it fits
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- Hosting providers needing a federated CDN integrated with OnApp Cloud for scalable content delivery.
- Enterprises requiring video VOD and live streaming with global reach through a network of edge servers.
- Users prioritizing API-driven management and real-time logging for CDN operations.
When it doesn’t
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- Small businesses or startups seeking pay-as-you-go pricing or free tiers, which OnApp CDN does not offer.
- Organizations needing advanced security features like WAF, DDoS protection, or bot mitigation, which are not documented.
- Users requiring edge compute, image optimization, or specific protocol support like HTTP/3, which are unsupported.
History & Notes
Internap’s CDN, built on VitalStream and MIRO, was a notable player in the 2000s, with expansions in London, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. Financial challenges, including a $99.7M goodwill writedown in 2008 and multiple bankruptcies, led to asset sales and a pivot away from CDN services. The 2022 ransomware attack on ServerIntellect further disrupted its hosting operations, prompting the final shift to HorizonIQ. No official EOL notice for the CDN is publicly available, but the rebranding and asset sales indicate a complete exit from the CDN market.
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