The Complete Guide to Setting Up a VPN on a VPS from RackNerd

If you want to secure your internet connection and protect your privacy online, setting up a VPN on your VPS from RackNerd is a great option. Here's how to get started:

  1. Sign up for a VPS with RackNerd. You can choose from a variety of plans and customize your server to your needs.
  2. Log in to your VPS and install OpenVPN using the command sudo apt-get install openvpn on Ubuntu or Debian-based systems, or sudo yum install openvpn on CentOS or Fedora-based systems.
  3. Download the OpenVPN configuration files from your VPN provider and transfer them to your VPS using SFTP or SCP.
  4. Start the OpenVPN service using the command sudo systemctl start openvpn@your_config_file_name.
  5. Verify that your VPN is working by checking your IP address using a website like whatismyip.com. It should show the IP address of your VPN, not your VPS.

By setting up a VPN on your VPS with RackNerd, you can protect your online privacy and enjoy a more secure internet experience. Sign up for a VPS today and get started!