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12 Best Self-Hosted Apps to Run on a VPS
A curated tour of the best self-hosted apps for a VPS — what each one replaces, what it needs, and where to start. Your roadmap to a private, self-run stack.
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 FreshRSS on a VPS
Take back control of your reading with a self-hosted RSS reader. Install FreshRSS on a VPS with Docker and sync it to your favourite mobile app.
How to Self-Host Syncthing for File Sync
Syncthing keeps folders in sync across your devices with no cloud provider in between. Run it on a VPS as an always-on relay so devices sync even when they're not both online.
How to Self-Host Mastodon on a VPS
Start your own corner of the fediverse. This guide installs a Mastodon instance on a VPS with Docker and covers the email and storage decisions that trip people up.
How to Self-Host a Matrix/Synapse Chat Server
Own your chat with a Matrix Synapse homeserver. Install it on a VPS with Docker, wire up HTTPS and federation, and connect with the Element app.
How to Self-Host Home Assistant on a VPS
Home Assistant on a VPS gives you a cloud dashboard and secure remote access to your smart home. Here's how to install it with Docker — and what it can't do.
How to Self-Host n8n (Workflow Automation) on a VPS
A self-hosted Zapier alternative with no per-task fees. Install n8n on a VPS with Docker and HTTPS and automate anything with hundreds of integrations.
How to Self-Host Uptime Kuma for Monitoring
A gorgeous, self-hosted uptime monitor. Install Uptime Kuma with Docker and get instant alerts when a site or service goes down.
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 Self-Host Jellyfin (Media Server) on a VPS
A completely free, no-account media server. Install Jellyfin on a VPS with Docker, secure it with HTTPS, and stream your library to any device.
How to Self-Host Nextcloud on a VPS
For anyone who wants Dropbox-style file sync without the subscription or the snooping: install Nextcloud on your own VPS with Docker Compose and HTTPS.
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