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WireGuard Manager on FreeBSD

Prajwal Koirala edited this page Feb 23, 2024 · 1 revision

WireGuard Manager Installation Guide for FreeBSD

Prerequisites

  • A FreeBSD system.
  • Root privileges.
  • Internet connection.

1. System Update

  • Keep your FreeBSD system updated for security and compatibility:
    pkg update && pkg upgrade

2. Install Required Packages

  • FreeBSD uses pkg for package management. Install necessary tools including Curl and Bash:
    pkg install curl bash

3. Download the WireGuard Manager Script

  • Use Curl to fetch the WireGuard Manager script:
    curl -L https://raw.githubusercontent.com/complexorganizations/wireguard-manager/main/wireguard-manager.sh -o /usr/local/bin/wireguard-manager.sh

4. Make the Script Executable and Run It

  • Adjust the permissions to make the script executable:
    chmod +x /usr/local/bin/wireguard-manager.sh
  • Run the script to start the installation process:
    bash /usr/local/bin/wireguard-manager.sh
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

5. Configuring and Managing WireGuard

  • For any configuration adjustments or to manage clients, rerun the script:
    bash /usr/local/bin/wireguard-manager.sh

6. Testing and Validation

  • Test your WireGuard setup using the client configuration files.
  • Use wg show to check the status and details of your WireGuard interface.

Conclusion

This guide helps you through the process of installing and configuring WireGuard Manager on a FreeBSD system. Regular system and VPN updates are important for a secure and efficient networking experience.