Guides
Step-by-step self-hosting and homelab guides, from first server to full stack.
How to Take Proxmox Snapshots and Actually Restore From Them
The difference between Proxmox snapshots and backups, how to take both, and how to restore when something goes wrong.
Proxmox VM vs LXC Container: Which Should You Use?
When to use a Proxmox virtual machine and when to use an LXC container — the practical decision framework for homelab workloads.
How to Set Up Nginx Proxy Manager With Docker (Complete Guide)
Install Nginx Proxy Manager with Docker Compose, add your first proxy host, and get HTTPS working for every service on your homelab.
How to Install Proxmox VE on a Mini PC (Step-by-Step, 2026)
A complete walkthrough for installing Proxmox VE 8 on an Intel N100 mini PC or similar budget hardware, including post-install configuration.
Mealie Recipe Manager: Self-Host Your Recipes With This Docker Setup
Install Mealie with Docker Compose, import recipes from any URL, and set up meal planning with a self-hosted recipe manager that actually works.
How to Set Up Paperless-ngx With Docker (Go Paperless in an Afternoon)
Install Paperless-ngx with Docker Compose, configure OCR and automatic tagging, and set up an inbox folder that processes documents automatically.
Docker Compose for Beginners: Organizing Your Home Server the Right Way
How to write Docker Compose files, organize your homelab services, manage environment variables, and keep everything maintainable long-term.
Proxmox Post-Install Checklist: 10 Things to Do Right After Installing
A practical checklist of everything to configure after a fresh Proxmox VE install — repos, updates, email alerts, storage, and more.
Syncthing Setup Guide: Replace Dropbox With a Self-Hosted Sync Server
Run Syncthing in Docker, pair it with your laptop and phone, and get continuous file sync across all your devices with no cloud in the middle.
Tailscale for Your Homelab: Remote Access Without Port Forwarding
Set up Tailscale on your homelab server and access every service securely from anywhere — no port forwarding, no public IP required.
How to Set Up a Local DNS Server With Technitium (Ditch the Router DNS)
Run Technitium DNS in Docker to get internal hostnames, ad blocking, and split DNS for your homelab — no more IP addresses in your browser.
Authelia on Docker: Add Two-Factor Auth to Every Service in Your Homelab
Set up Authelia as a forward-auth middleware in front of Nginx Proxy Manager to protect every homelab service with a single SSO portal and optional 2FA.
Getting Started with Self-Hosting: A Beginner's Roadmap
Everything you need to know to start self-hosting services at home — from choosing hardware to running your first container.