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How to Self-Host Vaultwarden Behind an Nginx Reverse Proxy
Already run Nginx? Here's how to put Vaultwarden behind it properly — real config, Let's Encrypt TLS, WebSocket support and the security headers that matter.
How to Self-Host a Password Manager on a VPS
Which self-hosted password manager should you run, and how? Compare Vaultwarden, KeePass sync and Passbolt, then deploy your pick on a VPS with HTTPS.
How to Self-Host Vaultwarden (Bitwarden-Compatible) on a VPS
Run your own password vault with Vaultwarden, a lightweight server that works with every official Bitwarden app. Docker install with HTTPS in minutes.
How to Set Up an OpenVPN Server on a VPS
OpenVPN is the compatibility king of VPNs. This guide uses a proven installer to stand up a server on a VPS and export client profiles in minutes.
How to Set Up a WireGuard VPN Server on a VPS
Roll your own private VPN with WireGuard — fast, modern and easy to manage. This guide uses a web UI so you add devices by scanning a QR code.
How to Secure a WordPress Site on a VPS
Running WordPress on your own VPS means owning its security — which is a good thing. This practical checklist locks down the server, PHP and WordPress itself.
Free SSL certificates on your VPS with Let's Encrypt
HTTPS is free and automatic. Here's how to issue a Let's Encrypt certificate on your VPS, set up auto-renewal, and never see an expiry warning again.
How to check an SSL certificate's expiry and validity
An expired certificate breaks your site instantly. Learn how to check a certificate's expiry, chain and validity from the browser, the command line, and online.
UFW firewall basics: lock down your VPS
UFW makes Linux firewalling simple. Learn to allow SSH and web traffic, block everything else, and manage rules safely without locking yourself out.
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