PiVPN is a simple to install and easy-to-use VPN server, designed to run on Raspberry Pi boards. However, it can also be installed on other Linux distributions, including Elementary OS.
This tutorial will guide you through the installation of PiVPN on Elementary OS latest version.
Before starting with the installation process, make sure that you have the following:
The first step is to update the system by running the following commands in the terminal:
sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade
This will ensure that your system is up to date with the latest security patches and bug fixes.
To install PiVPN, run the following command in the terminal:
curl -L https://install.pivpn.io | bash
This command will download and install PiVPN on your system.
Once PiVPN is installed, you can start configuring it by running the following command:
sudo pivpn add
This command will start the PiVPN configuration wizard, which will guide you through the setup process.
First, you will be asked to choose a protocol. You can choose either OpenVPN or WireGuard. OpenVPN is the more established VPN protocol and is preferred for its stability and reliability. WireGuard is newer and offers faster speeds, but it is still in the process of being fully tested and adopted as a standard VPN protocol.
Next, you will be asked to choose a port number for the VPN connection. The default port number is 1194, but you can choose any port number you prefer. Make sure to choose a port number that is not already in use by another service on your system.
After choosing the port number, you will be asked to choose a DNS provider. You can either choose the default option (Google DNS), or choose a different one if you prefer.
Lastly, you will be asked to create a client profile. This profile will contain the configuration details for the VPN client, such as the server address and private key. You can create multiple client profiles if you want to allow multiple users to connect to your VPN server.
After completing the configuration wizard, you can start the VPN server by running the following command:
sudo pivpn start
This command will start the OpenVPN or WireGuard service, depending on the protocol you chose earlier.
To connect to your VPN server, you will need to use a VPN client. You can find instructions on how to configure VPN clients for various platforms on the PiVPN website.
That's it! You have successfully installed PiVPN on your Elementary OS system. PiVPN is a very useful tool to have if you want to create a secure and private VPN connection for your home or small business.
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