OpenVPN
Secure remote access VPN solutions with zero trust network access. Self-hosted and cloud-managed options for businesses of all sizes. Trusted by 20,000+ organizations.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-07
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Self-host (your server)
- Platforms
- webself-hosteddocker to self-host
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/openvpn/openvpn or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Appgate.
Replaces 6 paid apps
up to $36/mo ($432/yr) in subscriptions
OpenVPN FAQ
Common questions
Is OpenVPN free and open source?+
OpenVPN is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. Secure remote access VPN solutions with zero trust network access. Self-hosted and cloud-managed options for businesses of all sizes. Trusted by 20,000+ organizations.
What paid software does OpenVPN replace?+
OpenVPN serves as a free replacement for 6 paid SaaS applications: Appgate, Cisco Secure Access, Cloudflare Tunnel, Proton VPN, Teleport, Twingate, saving up to $36/month ($432/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up OpenVPN?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/openvpn/openvpn or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
What is the catch or trade-off with OpenVPN?+
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Appgate.