Stream Without Limitations: My Owncast Server Setup Guide
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Hey everyone,
I just wanted to share a fantastic resource I just posted on the Indie Creator Hub site, that would help set up your own independent livestreaming platform using Owncast on Hetzner. If you're tired of competing with other streamers on crowded platforms like Twitch or want complete control over your streaming environment, this might be for you.
Follow this comprehensive guide from Indie Creator Hub: Owncast Instance Setup on Hetzner
The guide walks through:
- Domain setup and DNS configuration
- Creating a Hetzner cloud account and server (they have a one-click Owncast install!)
- Server specifications (recommend the CPX21 option for most creators)
- Complete terminal connection steps
- Admin setup and initial configuration
What I love most about Owncast is how scalable it is - the article mentions you can run it on anything from a powerful VPS down to a Raspberry Pi. I opted for Hetzner's recommended setup because the price-to-performance ratio seems excellent for my needs.
Has anyone else here set up their own Owncast instance? How has your experience been with self-hosted streaming compared to the major platforms? Any tips for optimizing performance or features you've found particularly useful?
I'm still exploring all the configuration options, but already appreciate having complete control over my streaming environment without competing against other channels for visibility.
Looking forward to hearing your experiences!
