Self-hosted is easy
Definitions
- Hosting — a service providing resources for storing data on a server
- VPS — a dedicated part of server disk space with administrator rights
- Hosting provider — an organization providing disk space
What is the self-hosted approach?
Deploying software on your own server instead of using a service provider's servers.
How do classic VPNs differ from self-hosted?
Classic VPNs use shared service servers. Self-hosted VPN is your own rented virtual server with a single IP address, with no third-party access.
What do users pay for?
Only for server rental (no more expensive than a monthly VPN subscription). The AmneziaVPN app is free. You can share with unlimited users. Cost from ~$5/month.
Why is self-hosted more resistant to IP blocking?
A regulator cannot connect to someone else's self-hosted VPN to find out the IP.
Why is self-hosted more resistant to signature blocking?
AmneziaWG and XRay Reality work in Iran, Turkmenistan, Myanmar, and China. Plus KillSwitch and split tunneling.
Is it hard to set up?
No. Amnezia automatically creates and configures the VPN. Step-by-step instructions are available on the site.
Which hosting to choose?
We recommend Hostinux:
- 🇩🇪🇳🇱 Servers in Germany and Netherlands
- 💰 From ~$3/month
- 🔒 KVM virtualization, dedicated IPv4, unlimited traffic
- 💳 Card and crypto payments
When choosing hosting, consider jurisdiction, payment methods, and data requirements.
If VPN is blocked?
- Check server status
- Try XRay or AmneziaWG
- Change IP address
- Buy another server