Server Guide

The role of servers in QtEasyTier networking: As a decentralized networking tool, EasyTier does not inherently distinguish between servers and clients. But in an environment where not everyone has a public IP, you cannot directly form a network with others’ devices. A so-called server is a node with a public IP that acts as the network’s “entry point”, helping multiple devices establish P2P connections for networking. Unlike servers in traditional centralized networking, EasyTier’s public nodes primarily help multiple devices establish P2P connections for networking, rather than maintaining the VPN connection state. After devices join the network, they do not rely on the server to maintain the network connection — as long as you maintain a stable P2P connection with one member, your data packets can be routed to other members within the network.

Besides helping devices on the same network establish P2P connections, EasyTier also allows nodes to forward data packets from different networks (when private mode is disabled), so devices on different networks can communicate with each other through this node. This is the implementation mechanism of “public servers”.

Joining Community Public Servers

Some enthusiastic community members create public servers. You can find and use these public servers on the internet for networking. After obtaining the server node address, refer to the Quick Start page to add the server.

Note: Public servers are voluntarily provided by community members and are unrelated to this software. These servers may not guarantee stability and security — please assess the risks yourself. If your needs involve important business, or if you require stable and high-speed connections, it is recommended to deploy your own public node or use the compliant value-added services provided by EasyTier officials at the EasyTier Pro website.

Deploying Your Own Server Node

If you are not satisfied or comfortable using public servers, you can also deploy your own server. Please refer to the following documentation for specific deployment methods.