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Set Up WireGuard VPN on VPS – Secure Remote Access

WireGuard on VPS: install server, client config, firewall, admin panel without public ports – step by step.

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Quick answer: WireGuard on your VPS = secure tunnel to internal services without exposing everything publicly.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

WireGuard or OpenVPN?
WireGuard: faster, modern, less code, simpler config. OpenVPN: older clients, more enterprise legacy.
Which port for WireGuard?
Default UDP 51820. Open in UFW: ufw allow 51820/udp. Port changeable in wg0.conf.
Access internal Docker ports via VPN?
Yes – VPN clients get 10.0.0.x IPs and can reach internal services (Portainer, DB) without public exposure.
WireGuard on small VPS?
1 GB RAM enough for 5–10 clients. Minimal CPU load. Ideal combined with Cloudflare tunnel for web apps.
GDPR with VPN server in DE?
VPN server in Frankfurt = traffic under German law. No connection content logs needed – keep connection metadata minimal.
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