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Provider Guidance

This guidance covers basic steps that are typical for smaller cloud / VPS providers. It is not exhaustive, and you should consult your provider's documentation for more detailed information.

Before You Start

Before choosing a provider, it is important to understand the system requirements as they will help you make the best decision for your node.

Steps to Follow

  1. Create SSH keys: This will authenticate you with your server. Some providers allow you to upload your public key for secure, passwordless access.
  2. Create a new server: Spin up a new server with your chosen operating system. The community frequently uses Ubuntu 22.04 LTS.
  3. Secure your server: Follow best practices for permissions, software updates and firewalls.
  4. Install Voi Swarm: Follow the installation guide

Step-by-step guides for some popular providers are provided below.

  1. You will need to generate an SSH key.
  2. Install a new server in Contabo using Ubuntu 22.04 LTS.
  3. You will need to secure your server.
  4. Finally, you will need to install Voi Swarm.
  1. Create an SSH key if needed. You can use an existing key during server creation at Hetzner by uploading the public key in their console.
  2. Install a new server in Hetzner using Ubuntu 22.04 LTS.
  3. You will need to secure your server.
  4. Finally, you will need to install Voi Swarm.
  1. You will need to generate an SSH key.
  2. Install a new server in Melbicom using Ubuntu 22.04 LTS.
  3. You will need to secure your server.
  4. Finally, you will need to install Voi Swarm.
  1. You will need to generate an SSH keys.
  2. Install a new server in OVHcloud using Ubuntu 22.04 LTS.
  3. You will need to secure your server.
  4. Finally, you will need to install Voi Swarm.