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If you've already deployed WireGuard with our free 1-click installation on your VPS or VDS, you've taken control of your network security. Self-hosting your own VPN means you decide who gets access, how connections are secured, and where your traffic flows. No third-party logging, no bandwidth throttling, no compromises.

The Complete Self-Hosted VPN Guide

WireGuard is lightweight, fast, and built on modern cryptography that's easier to audit than older VPN protocols. Self-hosting it on your VPS gives you secure remote access to your development environment, protects connections on public networks, and creates private networks for your team. Our definitive guide covers everything from initial setup to advanced routing configurations.

Get started: WireGuard VPS – The Definitive Guide For Self-Hosted Approach

WireGuard vs OpenVPN

If you're wondering whether to switch from OpenVPN or start fresh with WireGuard, understanding the protocol differences matters. WireGuard uses simpler cryptography with a smaller codebase, making it faster and easier to secure. Our deep-dive comparison covers performance benchmarks, security models, and compatibility considerations.

Compare the protocols: WireGuard vs. OpenVPN: A Deep-Dive Protocol Comparison

Maximize Performance

WireGuard is already fast, but proper tuning can squeeze even more throughput from your connection. Adjusting MTU settings, optimizing kernel parameters, and selecting the right server location all impact performance. Our benchmarking guide shows you exactly which settings make the biggest difference.

Optimize your setup: Maximizing WireGuard Performance: Advanced Tuning and Benchmarking

Harden Your Security

Running your own VPN means taking security seriously. From key management and firewall rules to preventing DNS leaks and implementing fail-safe kill switches, there are multiple layers worth configuring. Our comprehensive hardening guide walks through each setting with practical examples.

Lock it down: Hardening Your WireGuard Security: A Comprehensive Guide

Questions about the 1-click Add-On? Visit the Contabo WireGuard Support Area for detailed information on setup, peer management with WGDashboard, and additional resources.

Here's to secure connections across the world,

Your Contabo Team