Guides tutorials

Step-by-step guides for your first steps with a VPS: connecting over SSH, hardening, domains, SSL certificates and backups, in plain language.

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How to make your own Minecraft server (and play with friends)

Start a Minecraft server in minutes with a one-click install, invite your friends and control everything: version, mods and settings.

Updated 10/16/2026
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How to run your own ChatGPT on a VPS

Run local AI models or a ChatGPT-style interface on your own server, with private data and no per-user monthly subscription.

Updated 10/16/2026
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The best VPS for WordPress: which plan to choose

How much CPU, RAM and disk you need for a fast WordPress site, based on traffic, plus how to install it with one click.

Updated 10/16/2026
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First steps after buying a VPS: secure it in 10 minutes

A fresh server is a target from the first hour. Here are the essential hardening steps: updates, a dedicated user, SSH keys, a firewall and fail2ban.

Updated 10/16/2026
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How to install a free SSL certificate with Let's Encrypt

HTTPS is a must for any modern site. Here is how to get and auto-renew a free SSL certificate on your VPS.

Updated 10/16/2026
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VPS backup: how to protect your data

Snapshots, Backup Boxes and automated copies: the strategies that make sure you never lose your server data.

Updated 10/16/2026
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How to connect to your VPS via SSH (Windows, macOS, Linux)

A step-by-step guide to connecting to your server over SSH, with a password or a key, from Windows, macOS and Linux.

Updated 10/16/2026
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How to point a domain to your VPS

A simple guide to link your domain to the server IP address, with A and AAAA records, plus how long DNS propagation takes.

Updated 10/16/2026