Recommended Tools & Services

European cloud provider and dedicated server host with excellent price-to-performance ratios. A go-to for Linux servers, ZFS storage pools, and container workloads. Dedicated root servers start at very competitive price points with full hardware access.

Global cloud compute with high-performance SSD instances and bare metal servers across 32 locations. Supports a wide range of operating systems including custom ISOs, making it easy to run Gentoo or other source-based distributions.

S3-compatible object storage at a fraction of AWS S3 pricing. Ideal for offsite ZFS snapshot backups, media archives, and any workload that needs durable, inexpensive cloud storage. Pairs well with rclone for automated backup pipelines.

Cloud storage built specifically for backup tools: rsync, ZFS send/receive, Borg, Restic, and more. Provides SSH-accessible storage with no egress fees. A reliable offsite target for ZFS snapshots and incremental backups.

Zero-config VPN built on WireGuard that connects servers, containers, and workstations into a private mesh network. Free for personal use up to 100 devices. Eliminates the need to expose management interfaces to the public internet.

Configurable DNS resolver with ad blocking, malware filtering, and query logging. Works as a drop-in replacement for your DNS resolver with support for DoH, DoT, and DoQ. Useful for both home networks and server infrastructure.

DNS, CDN, and DDoS protection with an extensive free tier. The DNS service alone is worth using for its speed, reliability, and API. Essential for managing public-facing infrastructure and protecting services from abuse.

Domain registrar with some of the best pricing available, free WHOIS privacy on all domains, and a clean API for automated DNS management. Straightforward pricing with no hidden renewal markups.

Privacy-respecting domain registrar with a strong commitment to internet freedom. Includes free WHOIS privacy, solid DNS management, and no upselling. A reliable choice for domains where you want a registrar with clear ethics.

Uptime monitoring with 5-minute check intervals on the free plan. Monitors HTTP/HTTPS endpoints, ports, SSL certificates, and keywords. Sends alerts via email, Slack, webhooks, and more. Free tier covers 50 monitors.

Integrated uptime monitoring and log management platform. Provides on-call alerting, incident management, and a hosted Grafana-compatible dashboard. The log ingestion tool (Logtail) works well for centralizing syslog and application logs.