Requirements
Setting up and operating a dVPN node involves careful consideration of two crucial factors: the hosting location and hardware specifications. Running a dVPN node on big, well-known cloud providers like AWS, GCP, Azure, Vultr, Digital Ocean, etc., is not recommended. It works, but we don’t recommend it. These providers are considered “highly saturated”, meaning too many people already use them for VPN/proxy purposes. As a result, the IP addresses from these providers are often blacklisted or flagged by websites, streaming services, or governments.
So, if you run your node on AWS or DigitalOcean, users may find that:
They cannot access certain websites (because the IP is already blocked).
Streaming platforms like Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+ may reject the connection.
Some services may treat the IP as suspicious traffic.
What To Do Instead
Use residential ISPs or lesser-known VPS providers with clean IP addresses.
These IPs are less likely to be blacklisted, so the dVPN node will provide better connectivity and fewer restrictions for users.
Running the nodes in both platforms perfectly.
The issue is not about “running,” it’s about “usability for end users.”
Many streaming services, banking sites, or restricted apps block AWS / Azure IPs because they’re recognized as data centers.
So while your node is live, users may face connectivity issues or limited access to services.
This could make your node less attractive compared to nodes hosted on residential ISPs (clean IPs).
Residential ISPs
Residential ISPs = Internet Service Providers that supply home internet connections to individuals or households.
In India → Airtel, JioFiber, BSNL, ACT
In US → Comcast, AT&T, Spectrum, Verizon Fios
In Europe → BT, Deutsche Telekom, Orange
These give you normal “home IP addresses” that people use day-to-day.
Why do residential ISPs matter for dVPN nodes?
Clean IP reputation: Unlike AWS/Azure/Huawei Cloud, residential IPs are less likely to be blacklisted by Netflix, banking apps, or websites.
Better user experience: End-users can access more content (streaming, geo-restricted apps) without being blocked.
Higher trust: Looks like normal internet traffic, not a data center or proxy.
Hosting Location
Establishing a dVPN node offers flexibility in choosing the location, tailored to diverse preferences and requirements. Options include:
On a cloud platform: Select a provider such as AWS, Huawei Cloud,
On a Virtual Private Server (VPS): Select a provider such as Hetzner, OVH, Vultr, or DigitalOcean.
At home: Use an Ubuntu (Linux OS) machine with a residential ISP (home internet).
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