How to Install PiVPN on Arch Linux

PiVPN is a popular VPN solution that is designed specifically for Raspberry Pi devices, but it can also be used on other Linux-based systems running Arch Linux. In this tutorial, we will provide step-by-step instructions on how to install PiVPN on Arch Linux.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure you have the following:

• A Raspberry Pi or other system running Arch Linux
• A user account with sudo privileges

Step 1: Update the System

First, update the package repositories and upgrade the system by running the following commands:

sudo pacman -Syu

Step 2: Install Git

Next, install the Git package for Arch Linux using the following command:

sudo pacman -S git

Step 3: Install PiVPN

Now, we can install PiVPN by cloning the project's GitHub repository using Git. Run the following command to clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/pivpn/pivpn.git

After the repository is cloned, switch into the PiVPN directory by running the following command:

cd pivpn

Then, run the installation script using the following command:

sudo bash install.sh

This script will install all the necessary software packages and guide you through the PiVPN installation process. Follow the on-screen prompts to configure your VPN server.

Step 4: Generate Client Configuration

After the installation is complete, you can generate OpenVPN client configuration files using the following command:

sudo pivotn add

Follow the prompts to generate a client configuration file, including username and password.

Step 5: Connect to the VPN

Finally, you can connect to the VPN using the OpenVPN client on your device. Import the client configuration file, enter the username and password, and connect to the VPN.

Conclusion

That's it! You have successfully installed PiVPN on your Arch Linux system and can now securely connect to the VPN. If you encounter any issues during the installation process, refer to the PiVPN documentation for further troubleshooting.