Stop Trusting VPN Companies With Your Privacy
NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and Surfshark all promise "no-logs" policies. But you're still routing ALL your traffic through THEIR servers and trusting THEIR word. Why trust a company when you can trust yourself?
What We Install
Self-Hosted VPN Server
WireGuard or OpenVPN running on YOUR network, controlled by YOU
Network-Wide Ad Blocking
Pi-hole blocks ads on every device—phones, tablets, smart TVs, everything
Secure DNS
Encrypted DNS queries prevent ISP tracking and snooping
Firewall Optimization
Router configured for maximum security and privacy
Unlimited Devices
Connect phones, laptops, tablets—no per-device fees
Full-Speed Connection
Limited only by your home internet, not congested VPN servers
The VPN Subscription Trap
Commercial VPN services charge you forever for something you could own:
| Service | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost | 10-Year Cost | Trust Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NordVPN | $12.99 | $155.88 | $1,559 | Complete trust in company |
| ExpressVPN | $12.95 | $155.40 | $1,554 | Complete trust in company |
| Surfshark | $12.95 | $155.40 | $1,554 | Complete trust in company |
| Your Own VPN | $0 | $0 | $0 | Trust yourself only |
Initial setup costs $300-800 (hardware + installation). Break-even in 2-5 years. After that, you save $155/year forever while having TRUE privacy.
Why You Can't Trust Commercial VPNs
VPN companies market "no-logs" policies, but consider what that really means:
- You must trust their claims - No way to verify they're not logging
- Audits are snapshots - Proving they weren't logging yesterday doesn't prove they're not logging today
- Jurisdiction matters - Servers in countries with data retention laws must log by law
- Business models change - Company buyouts often bring policy changes
- Government pressure exists - National security letters can force secret logging
- Employees have access - Rogue employees or hackers can capture traffic
- Your traffic routes through their servers - They physically CAN see everything, regardless of promises
Self-hosted VPN changes the equation entirely: Your traffic goes directly from your device to YOUR home network. No third party exists to log, monitor, or access your data. It's technically impossible for anyone else to see your traffic.
Commercial VPN Problems
Beyond trust issues, subscription VPNs have practical limitations:
- Speed throttling - Shared servers with thousands of users create bottlenecks
- Connection limits - Most services cap simultaneous connections at 5-10 devices
- IP blocking - Streaming services block known VPN IPs (Netflix, Hulu, etc.)
- Price increases - Promotional rates expire, costs jump 50-100%
- Server congestion - Popular locations overloaded during peak hours
- No home network access - Can't access your own NAS, cameras, or servers remotely
Self-Hosted VPN Advantages
Owning your VPN server provides benefits commercial services can't match:
- True privacy - You control the server, no one else can access logs
- Full speed - Limited only by your home internet, no server congestion
- Unlimited devices - Connect as many devices as you want
- Access home network - Securely access NAS, cameras, files from anywhere
- No IP blocking - Your home IP looks like residential traffic, not VPN
- Custom configuration - Split-tunneling, DNS settings, routing rules—all yours to control
- Works with everything - Gaming, streaming, torrenting—no service restrictions
Network-Wide Ad Blocking with Pi-hole
We include Pi-hole setup with every privacy package:
- Blocks ads on ALL devices - Phones, tablets, computers, smart TVs
- Works in every app - Not just browsers—blocks ads in mobile games, apps, everywhere
- Speeds up browsing - Pages load faster without ad scripts and trackers
- Reduces data usage - Less bandwidth wasted on ads
- Protects privacy - Blocks tracking domains and analytics
- Customizable blocklists - Add or remove domains as you see fit
- Network-wide protection - Protects guests and visitors automatically
What Our Privacy Setup Includes
Complete privacy protection for your entire network:
- VPN Server Installation - WireGuard or OpenVPN configured and tested
- Pi-hole Ad Blocker - Network-wide ad and tracker blocking
- Secure DNS - DNS-over-HTTPS or DNS-over-TLS encrypted queries
- Firewall Configuration - Router optimized for security
- Device Setup - VPN profiles installed on your phones, laptops, tablets
- Documentation - Clear instructions for adding new devices
- Testing - Verified leak-proof connections
Cost Breakdown & Savings
| Solution | Initial Cost | Annual Cost | 10-Year Total | Break-Even |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Self-Hosted VPN | $300-500 | $0 | $300-500 | 24-38 months |
| Premium Privacy Suite | $800-1,200 | $0 | $800-1,200 | 62-92 months |
| NordVPN Subscription | $0 | $155.88 | $1,559 | Never own anything |
After 5 years, you've saved $350-780. After 10 years, you've saved $1,000-1,300. Most importantly, you've had TRUE privacy the entire time—not corporate promises.
Business Applications
Self-hosted VPN excels for business privacy:
- Remote employee access - Securely connect to office network from anywhere
- Multi-location linking - Connect multiple office locations privately
- Client confidentiality - Protect sensitive business communications
- Compliance - Meet data security requirements (HIPAA, PCI, etc.)
- No per-user fees - Add employees without cost increases
- Complete control - Terminate access instantly, monitor connections
Ready for privacy you truly control? Schedule a free consultation and we'll design a self-hosted solution that protects your entire network without monthly fees or corporate intermediaries.