The Ultimate Self-Hosting Architecture: Cloudflare, Tailscale & Proxmox (Without Breaking Things)

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Self-hosting doesn’t usually fail because of bad software. It fails because everything is forced through the wrong network path. I learned this the hard way—first with Immich uploads, then with Nextcloud sync issues, and finally with Jellyfin buffering that made Netflix look fast. This post is the architecture I ended up with after fixing all …

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Jellyfin, Cloudflare, and Tailscale: Stop Buffering and Streaming Headaches

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This post is part of the Self-Hosting Without Pain seriesA real-world guide to running Immich, Nextcloud, Jellyfin, and more using Cloudflare, Tailscale, and Proxmox — without broken uploads, buffering, or exposed ports. I love Jellyfin. Self-hosted streaming is amazing — no subscriptions, no corporate “features,” just your media, your rules. But the first time I …

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Nextcloud, Cloudflare, and Tailscale: How I Finally Stopped Fighting Upload Limits

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This post is part of the Self-Hosting Without Pain seriesA real-world guide to running Immich, Nextcloud, Jellyfin, and more using Cloudflare, Tailscale, and Proxmox — without broken uploads, buffering, or exposed ports. If you self-host Nextcloud long enough, you eventually hit that moment. You upload a big file.It stalls at 98%.You retry.It fails again. And …

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Why Bitwarden Is the Best Password Manager for 2026

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In a world where data breaches are common and password fatigue is real, managing your digital credentials securely is no longer optional — it’s essential. That’s where Bitwarden comes in. What Is Bitwarden? Bitwarden is an open-source, end-to-end encrypted password manager that helps you securely store, manage, and share your passwords and sensitive information across …

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Why Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) Is a Must in 2026

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In today’s digital world, protecting your online accounts is more important than ever. With cyber threats constantly evolving, relying on a simple username and password just isn’t enough. This is where Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) comes in. What Is 2FA? Two-Factor Authentication adds an extra layer of security to your online accounts. Instead of just entering …

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