Install OpenVPN with Angristan Script

Ubuntu: Install OpenVPN with Angristan Script

The Angristan OpenVPN Install Script is a widely used automation tool that sets up a secure OpenVPN server in minutes. It supports Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS, Fedora, Arch Linux, and more. This guide explains how to install and configure OpenVPN on Ubuntu using this script.

Step 1: Download the Script

curl -O https://raw.githubusercontent.com/angristan/openvpn-install/master/openvpn-install.sh

chmod +x openvpn-install.sh

Step 2: Run the Script (Interactive Mode)

sudo ./openvpn-install.sh

The interactive menu will guide you through installation, asking for:

• Protocol (UDP or TCP)
• Port (default 1194)
• DNS provider (Cloudflare, Google, Quad9, etc.)
• Encryption settings
• Client name for initial configuration

Step 3: Generate Client Configuration Files

After installation, the script creates .ovpn files in your home directory. These files are used by clients to connect.

Example to add a new client:

sudo ./openvpn-install.sh client add alice

Step 4: Manage Clients

List all clients:

sudo ./openvpn-install.sh client list

Revoke a client:

sudo ./openvpn-install.sh client revoke alice

Renew a client certificate:

sudo ./openvpn-install.sh client renew bob --cert-days 365

Step 5: Server Management

Check connected clients:

sudo ./openvpn-install.sh server status

Renew server certificate:

sudo ./openvpn-install.sh server renew

Uninstall OpenVPN:

sudo ./openvpn-install.sh uninstall

Step 6: Connect from Client

Transfer the .ovpn file to your client device and connect using the official OpenVPN client:

sudo openvpn --config alice.ovpn

Best Practices

• Use UDP on port 1194 for best performance
• Always generate unique certificates for each client
• Enable firewall rules to allow VPN traffic
• Use tls-crypt-v2 for enhanced security
• Regularly rotate keys and monitor logs in /var/log/openvpn.log

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