> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.decenomy.net/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.decenomy.net/~/changes/cMMox3E7bzO8B85zKCiu/tutorials/decenomy-masternodes/setting-up-a-virtual-private-server-vps.md).
# Setting Up a Virtual Private Server (VPS)
This post will guide you through the process of setting up a VPS on Contabo.
To get our VPS we need to purchase it from a hosting provider.
In this guide, we are going to use Remardo - Decenomy's hosting service.
### Step 1 - Account Registration
* So let's open [Remardo](https://clients.remardo.com/)
* We will need to create an account. Once we are done, we will have access to the control panel.
### Step 2 - Ordering Process
* While in the client area, choose a VPS based on your preferred server location.
* Note that 'DE' signifies a server based in Germany, while 'NL' signifies a server in the Netherlands.
* On the next page, we need to choose a plan. So we go with the '**RDO VPS 1**'
### Step 3 - VPS configuration
* Next, we have to set a hostname and a password for our server. There is also an option to generate a new password.
* We also need to choose our desired operation system from the drop-down menu. E.g. **Ubuntu-22.04-x86\_64**
* You may also want to include some Addons
* Once done, click on "Continue"
### Step 4 - Payment
* Once we are done with the server configuration, we proceed to review our order and complete the payment.
### Step 5 - Connecting to the VPS
* We will receive a confirmation email when our order is successful. In the email, we will find details of our VPS (e.g. IP address and user name)
* Now, we will log into our server via Putty using our IP address, username, and password. [**Learn how to use PuTTy**](/~/changes/cMMox3E7bzO8B85zKCiu/tutorials/decenomy-masternodes/using-a-terminal-emulator-putty.md)
The connection to the VPS is now successful.
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