How to Install PPTP VPN Server on Your VPS
How to Set up a PPTP VPN on a Linux VPS
Naturally, to set up PPTP VPN server on VPS; first, you’ll need a VPS. Cloudzy’s Linux VPS is your best bet for an affordable VPS that is powerful enough to handle the necessary workload of data passing through. If you stick around to the end, I’ll also show you how you can make VPN easier using our MikroTik VPS.
Now, with your VPS ready, use SSH to connect to your Linux command-line and get ready to create PPTP VPN server.
Create a PPTP VPN Server in Second using Cloudzy’s MikroTik VPS
Okay, now that you know how to create a PPTP VPN server on your VPS, it’s time to tell you about an easier way you can create not only PPTP, but other, more advanced types of VPN servers too. You see, PPTP is okay for your usual browsing privacy, but it’s not exactly known for its security. MikroTik VPS is a Cloudzy VPS hosting solution that gives you the incredible power of a MikroTik router, so you can easily create all sorts of VPNs, firewalls, port-forwarders, etc.
What is PPTP VPN?
It’s a straightforward type of Virtual Private Network that you can easily set up on your VPS using Ubuntu, Debian, or CentOS/RHEL. It creates a secure, private tunnel over unsecured Internet connections.
How is a PPTP VPN server different from a VPN app?
A VPN app is just a client, meaning you don’t have access to the server. When you create your own VPN server, you’ll be able to fully control all connections, and you’ll be fully independent. Also, you’ll be able to access your files and resources securely.
Can I set up a PPTP VPN server on Windows?
There are ways to set up a VPN using Windows Server, but they are much more of a hassle than doing it on Linux. If you don’t want to turn your Windows into a Linux, you can always get a MikroTik VPS from Cloudzy.
How do I connect to my PPTP VPN server?
You will need to configure your device or VPN software to connect to your server using its IP address and the username/password you created above.