How to set up your own VPN – FlokiNET guide

What you need to build your own VPN

Before diving into setup, let’s look at what you need to build your own private VPN server:

• A server: Use a VPS or  dedicated server
• Operating system: Ubuntu 22.04+ or Debian 12 
• A reliable internet connection: For stable and consistent VPN performance.
• Docker installed
• A domain name pointing to your VPS IP address (you can register a domain anonymously with us here -> FlokiNET Domain Registration)
• WireGuard: This is the VPN protocol we’ll be using, widely known for its speed, simplicity, and cutting-edge security.
• WG‑Easy: An open-source web-based UI that simplifies the process of managing WireGuard. It’s trusted, actively maintained, and popular in the privacy-tech community.

Why Choose WireGuard + WG‑Easy

WireGuard is a modern, high-performance VPN protocol, offering:

• Minimal codebase (much smaller attack surface)
• Lightning-fast speeds
• Simplified configuration
• Cross-platform compatibility

WG‑Easy, on the other hand, it’s a web interface that lets you manage WireGuard with ease. It provides:

• A clean, responsive dashboard for admins
• One-click client generation
• Built-in QR code display
• Stats, 2FA, and one-time download links
• Dockerized deployment for quick setup

Because it’s open-source and hosted on GitHub, it benefits from a large community, regular updates, and a strong reputation among developers and sysadmins.

How to install WG‑Easy on your FlokiNet VPS

Step 1: Choose your host

Use a FlokiNet VPS  for maximum privacy. Once your server is active, SSH into it.

Step 2: Install docker

Install Docker by following the official documentation for the specific Linux distro: Installing Docker

Step 3: Create a docker-compose.yml File 

The easiest way to run WG-Easy is with Docker Compose and here is the Step-By-Step Guide

Optional: install with the docker run command (https://wg-easy.github.io/wg-easy/latest/examples/tutorials/docker-run/) or via podman 

We also recommend setting up a reverse proxy for accessing the Web UI (using Nginx/Caddy)

 Why WG‑Easy + FlokiNET = Great choice

When privacy, control, and ease to use are your top priorities, FlokiNet + WG‑Easy is a great choice:

• No third-party tracking
• Host your VPN in privacy first countries
• Own your data, keys, and traffic

Need help?

Check out our official knowledge base article for even more details, or contact FlokiNET support we’re here to help.