Can you make your own VPN and if so how?
Can you make your own VPN and if so how?
SametPunch_V5
03-15-2016, 11:08 PM #1After hearing all the stories about people falling victim to hacking, I feel it’s time to switch to a VPN. While it won’t stop every breach and the chances of you getting hacked daily are slim, it’s better to be safe than sorry. I’ve been looking into various VPN providers and their main drawback is the limited number of devices they support—usually around five at most. With phones, PCs, and tablets all needing access, that’s a problem. I’m considering building my own solution. It seems possible, and I read about using a Raspberry Pi for this purpose. I’d prefer something low power consumption since it’ll run continuously. What options do you have? Also, if your location isn’t clear, please direct this to the right forum. If my spelling is off, it’s probably because I’m typing on my phone—please give me some leeway.
THioRy_IMBA
03-16-2016, 04:13 AM #2Networking could have been a better choice... (not a mod, so I’ll leave it to them) A solid router would fix your issue instead of constantly swapping outdated ones. I’d rely on a remote server for a VPN. Having a home-hosted VPN makes little difference since you remain on the same IP address. If you don’t want any providers, set up a server elsewhere—like a second home, friend’s place, or a cottage. Or consider cloud hosting options such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
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iTzMarvinPvP_
03-16-2016, 04:54 AM #3I created a reference in the Tutorial part... feel free to ask if you need anything It’s located in the test post section. Alright, I’ll fix it! Lol
Breadstonee
03-26-2016, 04:17 PM #4After reading this, I’m not sure you fully understand what a VPN is. A VPN is a server that fetches information from the internet and sends it back to you via a secure, encrypted link. This keeps you private and anonymous because only the outside world sees the data coming from the VPN. Using a device identified just as a VPN isn’t useful since others still see you as the recipient. Running something anonymously outside your home would work, but it seems beyond your reach. If you’re interested, renting an Amazon server could be a good option—it’s affordable and dependable. Still, if security is a concern, people might guess that a server you rent as a VPN is serving you, which is a reasonable assumption.
swinters48
03-27-2016, 12:44 AM #5An older computer can handle this using OpenVPN. You’ll have to create a dynamic DNS account from an external source since most home IPs change frequently.
Mickael_Park
03-27-2016, 12:56 AM #6You might manage your own setup with Amazon Web Hosting, but it’s advisable to rely on a dedicated professional provider. What I’ve learned suggests you can deploy their service across many systems, yet limit yourself to five at once. This approach could potentially assist you.
xxvasile99xx
03-27-2016, 04:41 AM #7Consider Linode but think a VPN isn't necessary unless you require access to your home network remotely.
jeanzinho123
04-16-2016, 12:13 PM #8I'm not confident that using a VPN would really help protect you if you're being hacked. Especially if you're managing your own server. What you're doing just adds another server online, which could actually raise your risk of being targeted. Running your own doesn't fully conceal your identity since you control the server and its IP address. On the other hand, using a VPN provider theoretically offers more anonymity by sharing your server with many others (provided the provider doesn't log). I wouldn't claim a VPN makes you less vulnerable overall. It does make it harder for attackers to focus on you specifically. Most common attacks—like phishing, malware, port scans, weak passwords—affect everyone equally. If you really want to minimize risk, keep your devices updated (including routers), use strong passwords and unique ones per site, enable 2FA when possible, and avoid sketchy websites or apps. Remove unused programs from your phone and computer.