openvpn-install
OpenVPN road warrior installer for Ubuntu, Debian, AlmaLinux, Rocky Linux, CentOS and Fedora
A shell script that installs and configures an OpenVPN server on Linux in under a minute, letting you set up a private VPN for remote users.
This repository provides a shell script that installs and configures an OpenVPN server on Linux. It supports Ubuntu, Debian, AlmaLinux, Rocky Linux, CentOS, and Fedora. OpenVPN is software that lets you run your own private VPN — a secure, encrypted tunnel that protects your internet traffic.
The script is described as a "road warrior" installer, meaning it is designed for setting up a VPN that remote users can connect to from anywhere. The setup takes less than a minute and is designed to be usable even if you have never worked with OpenVPN before. After the initial installation, you can run the script again to add new users, remove existing users, or completely uninstall OpenVPN. The README also notes that a companion wireguard-install script is available for those who prefer the WireGuard VPN protocol.
Where it fits
- Set up a private VPN server for remote employees or team members to securely access a network from anywhere.
- Create an encrypted tunnel to protect your internet traffic when connecting from public WiFi or untrusted networks.
- Manage multiple VPN users by adding or removing access credentials without reinstalling the entire server.