RiseupVPN: How to use this app on Linux to use a VPN?
For anyone who has a computer at home or uses one at work, their primary concern is usually, or should be, their cybersecurity, which typically encompasses privacy, anonymity, and cybersecurity. However, since home users often lack the necessary technical knowledge or expertise to effectively achieve this goal on their own, it can be more difficult. For those of us who use GNU/Linux-based operating systems , however, this is usually much easier, safer, and free, since, as we've mentioned before, we have many applications available for different purposes. And in the realm of VPNs, one of the easiest and most reliable to use is undoubtedly Riseup VPN.
However, it's important to note that other similar programs for the same purpose (personal computer security) are firewalls, for which we have simple and efficient programs like Firewall Config and Gufw ; and parental control programs like Host Minder and Timekpr-nExT . So, if you're one of the many users who urgently needs a VPN on your current GNU/Linux distribution that works effectively and reliably, then keep reading to learn about RiseupVPN.
VPN: What is it and how can I choose the best one for my needs?
But before we delve into this post about this interesting and useful VPN application called "RiseupVPN" , we recommend exploring a previous post related to this type of technology for cybersecurity , after you finish reading it:
Let's not forget that
«VPNs»They are usually very useful in many ways. That is, they not only offer«protección y privacidad»not only for us and our devices, but they can also help us overcome potential«restricciones o censuras»from certain Internet providers or governments, and facilitate the«acceso»from anywhere to various Internet sites that may be geographically blocked by their providers or the laws of their countries.
RiseupVPN: How to use this app on Linux to use a VPN?
What is RiseupVPN?
According to the official website of this project , it is a development described as follows:
RiseUpVPN is a desktop (graphical) and cross-platform (Windows, macOS, Linux and Android) client for connecting to the Internet through the riseup.net platform in order to take advantage of its personal VPN service to bypass censorship, anonymize location and encrypt Internet traffic for any user.
Furthermore, its developers add the following about it:
Unlike most other VPN providers, Riseup doesn't log your IP address. Furthermore, we believe it's important for everyone to use technology like VPNs or Tor to encrypt their internet traffic. Why? Because governments, internet service providers (ISPs), and corporations are harming the internet.
How do I install and use RiseupVPN on an Ubuntu/Debian-based distribution and other distributions to obtain a VPN?
Debian
For Debian GNU/Linux stable (13/Trixie) or distributions based on it , the following command should suffice:
sudo apt install riseup-vpnUbuntu
For Ubuntu or Ubuntu-based distributions , the following command should suffice:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:leapcodes/riseup-vpn
sudo apt update
sudo apt install riseup-vpnArch Linux / Manjaro
For Arch or Arch-based distributions like Manjaro or others that use the AUR (Arch User Repo) package repositories, the following commands should suffice:
yay riseup-vpn
yay riseup-vpn-git
Screen shots
Once installed on my current GNU/Linux Distro (MX Linux) via the terminal and using the aforementioned command, we proceeded to run and use RiseupVPN as shown below:
If you're considering using a VPN service , you probably already know that some are completely free and others are paid. Some users look for comparisons of free VPNs, believing they offer everything they need without having to pay a penny. But the truth is, this isn't one of the best options. If you want to know why, this guide will show you everything you need to know about VPNs so you can choose the best one for your needs and avoid being misled.
Summary
In short, we hope this new and useful VPN software solution called "RiseUpVPN" will be helpful to you, allowing you to connect privately and anonymously (outside of normal internet traffic) to any public and free URL, as well as those blocked or banned by any company or government, whether your own or foreign. And if you know of or use other similar VPN app projects for the Linux/BSD desktop that you think are worth sharing and supporting within our ever-growing and vast Linux universe, we invite you to mention them in the comments so we can consider them for future posts on this category or area of tools.
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