HomeServerHQ
All-in-one home server platform with VPN, email, and relay
HomeServerHQ is an all-in-one home server infrastructure and integrated installer designed to simplify self-hosting for non-experts and power users alike. It installs and configures a cohesive suite of services (networking, email, reverse proxy, VPN, and management tooling) and includes a RelayServer mode to enable hosting and remote access even behind NAT or CGNAT.
Key Features
- Single integrated installer and web-based management utility to install and manage supported services
- RelayServer architecture for NAT/CGNAT traversal enabling hosting of email and public websites without open router ports
- WireGuard-based VPN for outer-layer encryption and private networking between HomeServers
- Internal certificate authority with OpenSSL and Caddy for automatic HTTPS inside the private network
- Preconfigured, production-oriented email stack and firewall defaults to simplify mail hosting and delivery
- Authelia for user-based authentication and finer access control
- Custom ISO builds (desktop and server), automated service updates, backups and monitoring integrations
- Cryptographically-signed source code and security-first defaults
Use Cases
- Host a fully configured email server and multiple domains from a home connection, even behind CGNAT
- Provision a secure private network linking multiple home servers and devices for remote access and service isolation
- Deploy and manage a small self-hosted platform of services (websites, mail, file services) with minimal manual configuration
Limitations and Considerations
- Supported distributions are limited to a small set of Debian/Ubuntu-based releases; installers expect a fresh OS install or provided custom ISO
- RelayServer requires an externally reachable VPS or server to function as the relay endpoint
- Installation and many orchestration steps are driven by shell scripts and opinionated defaults, which may require manual adjustments for advanced custom setups
HomeServerHQ focuses on delivering a secure, integrated home-hosting stack with built-in networking and service automation. It is suited for users who want a turnkey self-hosting platform that handles NAT traversal, TLS, email, and centralized management while preserving security-focused defaults.
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