Tailscale Setup

Tailscale creates a secure, zero-config Mesh VPN (Tailnet) that connects all your devices as if they were on the same local network, regardless of where they are in the world.

Use Case: This is the backbone for accessing your Immich library or Stremio server on your phone while away from home without opening dangerous ports on your router.
Step 01

Create a Tailnet

Sign up for a free account. This "Tailnet" is your private encrypted network. All devices you add will be assigned a permanent internal IP address.

Sign Up for Tailscale
Step 02

Install on Your Home Server

If you are running a Linux-based home server (like an N100 Mini PC), install Tailscale using their one-line script:

curl -fsSL https://tailscale.com/install.sh | sh

Once installed, authenticate the server by running:

sudo tailscale up --advertise-exit-node
Screen: Terminal showing Tailscale authentication link
Step 03

Mobile & Remote Access

Install the Tailscale app on your S25 Ultra. Once logged in, you will see your home server listed. You can now use its Tailscale IP to access your self-hosted apps.

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Step 04

Enable Exit Nodes

By using your home server as an Exit Node, you can route all your mobile traffic through your home network. This is perfect for using public Wi-Fi securely or bypassing location restrictions.

  1. In the Tailscale Admin Console, find your server.
  2. Under "Edit route settings", enable Exit Node.
  3. On your phone, select "Use Exit Node" in the Tailscale app.
Screen: Tailscale Admin Console Route Settings
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