OpenVPN Server Setup (OpenVPN Access Server)

OpenVPN Access Server provides a web-based interface for managing users and downloading VPN profiles.

Download and install OpenVPN Access Server

wget https://openvpn.net/downloads/openvpn-as-latest-ubuntu18.amd_64.deb sudo dpkg -i openvpn-as-latest-ubuntu18.amd_64.deb

📌 If you get dependency errors:

sudo apt install -f

Set the admin password

sudo passwd openvpn

Log in to the admin web interface

• Open your browser and visit: https://yourserver:943/admin
• Default username: openvpn
• Password: the one you just set

Add a new user

• Navigate to User Management > User Permissions
• Add a new username
• Enable "Allow Auto-login"
• Set the user's password

User access and client setup

• Users can log in at: https://yourserver:943/
• Download the generated .ovpn profile.

Connect from mobile devices

• Install OpenVPN Connect (iOS/Android)
• Import the .ovpn file into the app
• Connect to your server

Open required ports on your server

• UDP 1194: Main VPN port
• TCP 443: Fallback VPN port (optional)
• TCP 943: Web interface (admin/user portals)

Setting up an OpenVPN Access Server provides a powerful and flexible solution for managing secure VPN connections across devices. With its web-based interface, you can easily configure users, manage permissions, and download VPN profiles for seamless connectivity. Whether you're setting it up for personal use or for a team, OpenVPN ensures that your connections remain private and secure.

By following this guide, you'll have a fully functional VPN server running on your system, and you’ll be ready to connect from mobile devices or desktops. Remember to keep your server and profiles secure, manage user permissions carefully, and ensure that the necessary ports are open for uninterrupted connectivity.

If you have any questions or run into any issues while setting up your OpenVPN Access Server, feel free to leave a comment below or reach out for further assistance. Stay secure and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your data is safe while you browse or work remotely!

Happy VPN'ing!