3x-ui VPN Server Setup is a complete, end-to-end skill for turning a fresh VPS into a fully hardened VPN server running 3x-ui with Xray proxy. It takes you from a bare server — just an IP address, root user, and password from your hosting provider — through full security hardening, software installation, and configuration, all guided by your AI assistant.
Setting up a secure VPN server typically requires deep knowledge of Linux system administration, firewall configuration, SSL certificates, and proxy protocols. This skill encapsulates all of that expertise into a structured workflow that handles each step correctly and in the right order.
Key Features
- Full server hardening including SSH key setup, firewall configuration, fail2ban, and disabling root password login
- 3x-ui panel installation with Xray proxy for high-performance, censorship-resistant connections
- SSL/TLS certificate setup via Let's Encrypt for encrypted admin panel access
- User management including creating non-root admin users with proper permissions
- Protocol configuration for VLESS, VMess, Trojan, and other Xray-supported protocols
- Step-by-step guidance that works with any VPS provider (AWS, DigitalOcean, Vultr, Hetzner, etc.)
Use Cases
- Setting up a personal VPN server for secure, private internet access from any location
- Deploying censorship-resistant proxy infrastructure for users in restricted regions
- Creating a secure tunnel for development and testing that bypasses network restrictions
- Learning server administration and security hardening through a guided, practical project
How It Works
The skill walks through the setup process in stages: initial server access, system updates, security hardening, 3x-ui installation, SSL certificate provisioning, and client configuration. At each stage, it generates and executes the appropriate commands on your server, verifies success, and moves to the next step.
Getting Started
Install the skill from ClawHub and have your VPS credentials ready (IP address, root username, and password). The skill will guide you through every step, from first SSH connection to a fully operational VPN server with a web-based management panel.
