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OpenVPN

The industry-standard open-source SSL/TLS virtual private network (VPN) daemon.

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LicenseGPL-2.0
GitHub stars11.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags6 topics
Site To SiteOpensslSsl VpnCVpn ProtocolSecurity
Overview

Why consider OpenVPN?

OpenVPN is the industry-standard open-source VPN protocol and daemon. Written in C, it establishes secure point-to-point and site-to-site tunnels using OpenSSL encryption, certificate authorities (PKI), and multi-factor authentication.

Guided learning

Learn OpenVPN by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of OpenVPN

OpenVPN securely connects remote workers to corporate private subnets across untrusted public Wi-Fi networks.

Installation

bash
1# Ubuntu/Debian
2sudo apt install openvpn easy-rsa

OpenVPN is licensed under the GNU General Public License v2.0 (GPL-2.0).

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OpenVPN FAQs

OpenVPN is listed as a Devops Infrastructure tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

OpenVPN is listed under the GPL-2.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

OpenVPN is listed as an alternative to Cisco AnyConnect. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.