Identify and repurpose existing hardware for hosting web services.

You don't need powerful hardware to get started. Many services run fine on minimal specs.

The first step is to look at what you already have. Old laptops, desktops, Raspberry Pi devices, and even Android phones can serve as capable servers for many self-hosted services. This guide helps you identify suitable hardware and assess its capabilities.

• Old Laptops and Desktops
• Raspberry Pi
• Android Phones

• Operating System Selection
• Power and Cooling

After selecting and setting up your hardware, proceed to Port Forwarding and Networking.

• Hosting Guide Overview
• folk.zone Infrastructure

Last updated: 2026-06-19