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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 Self-Host Pi-hole for Network-Wide Ad Blocking
Block ads and trackers for every device on your network at the DNS level. Install Pi-hole on a VPS with Docker and point your router at it.
How to Self-Host Plex on a Linux VPS
Turn a Linux VPS into your personal Plex server. Install with Docker, claim it to your account, and stream your library to every device you own.
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.
Game Server Specs Explained: CPU, RAM and Bandwidth
Understand what actually matters when sizing a game server: single-thread CPU, RAM per player, storage speed, and upload bandwidth — with real rules of thumb.
How to Set Up a TeamSpeak 3 Server on a VPS
Install a TeamSpeak 3 server on a Linux VPS: download the server, create a user, grab the admin token and ServerQuery password, open the ports, and run it with systemd.
How to Run a Telegram Bot 24/7 on a VPS
Deploy a Telegram bot on a Linux VPS and keep it online 24/7: Python or Node, polling vs webhooks, a safe token, and a systemd service that auto-restarts.
How to Deploy a Discord Bot with Docker
Containerize your Discord bot with a Dockerfile and run it on a VPS: build the image, pass the token as an env var, and auto-restart with a restart policy.
How to Host a Discord Music Bot on a VPS
Run your own Discord music bot on a VPS: install ffmpeg and the voice dependencies, stream audio reliably, and keep it online 24/7 with PM2.
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