From cc3c7a26586af1d5afb8a229bcfde0b6bbf95a3d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: =?UTF-8?q?G=C3=BCnter?= Date: Sat, 9 Aug 2025 19:36:42 +0200 Subject: [PATCH] IPv6 guide --- app.ts | 6 + views/index.eta | 2 +- views/ipv6-guide.eta | 493 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3 files changed, 500 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) create mode 100644 views/ipv6-guide.eta diff --git a/app.ts b/app.ts index fba3543..45d1c34 100644 --- a/app.ts +++ b/app.ts @@ -66,6 +66,12 @@ router.get("/", async (ctx: Context) => { ctx.response.type = "text/html"; }); +router.get("/guide", async (ctx: Context) => { + const html = await eta.render("ipv6-guide", {}); + ctx.response.body = html; + ctx.response.type = "text/html"; +}); + app.use(router.routes()); app.use(router.allowedMethods()); diff --git a/views/index.eta b/views/index.eta index 3852196..acafb88 100644 --- a/views/index.eta +++ b/views/index.eta @@ -88,7 +88,7 @@
Find out - + how to enable IPv6.
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How to Get IPv6 Connectivity

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A comprehensive guide to enabling IPv6 on your network

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1. Check if You Already Have IPv6

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Before taking any action, first verify if you already have IPv6 connectivity. Many ISPs provide IPv6 by default, but it might be disabled on your router.

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Quick IPv6 Test

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Visit test-ipv6.com to check your current IPv6 status.

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Check Your Router Settings

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IPv6 is often disabled by default on many routers. Common routers with IPv6 disabled by default include:

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  • Ubiquiti UniFi - Check Settings → Networks → LAN → IPv6 Interface Type
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  • ASUS - Check Advanced Settings → IPv6
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  • TP-Link - Check Advanced → Network → IPv6
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  • Netgear - Check Advanced → Setup → IPv6
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Enable IPv6 on Your Router

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If your ISP supports IPv6 but it's disabled on your router:

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  1. Log into your router's admin interface
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  2. Look for IPv6 settings (usually under Network or Advanced)
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  3. Set IPv6 to "Enabled" or "Auto" mode
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  4. Save and reboot the router
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✅ Advantages

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  • No additional cost
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  • Native IPv6 with lowest latency
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  • Full ISP support and troubleshooting
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  • Router configuration required
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2. Contact Your Internet Service Provider (ISP)

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If you don't have IPv6 after checking your router, contact your ISP. Some providers already support IPv6 but may need to enable it on your connection.

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What to ask your ISP:

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  • "Do you support IPv6?"
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  • "Can you enable IPv6 for my account?"
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  • "Will my current router work with IPv6?"
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✅ Advantages

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  • Usually no additional cost
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  • Native IPv6 with lowest latency
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  • Full ISP support and troubleshooting
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  • Encourages ISP IPv6 adoption
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❌ Disadvantages

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  • May take time if ISP hasn't deployed IPv6 yet
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  • Dependent on ISP's timeline
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3. Paid VPN Providers with IPv6 Support

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Privacy-focused VPN providers that also provide IPv6 connectivity. These are considered the best in the industry.

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Note that you may have to enable IPv6 in the app settings.

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It's also possible to route all your internet traffic through one of these by installing WireGuard or OpenVPN on your router if it supports it.

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All VPN providers listed have a no logs policy and support both OpenVPN and WireGuard.

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ProviderStarting PriceFeaturesWebsite
Mullvad€5/monthAnonymous accounts, DAITA, multi-hop, additional proxiesmullvad.net
AirVPN$7/monthport forwarding, full IPv6 supportairvpn.org
IVPN$6/monthAnonymous accounts, multi-hopivpn.net
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✅ Advantages

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  • Privacy-focused with no logging
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  • Works almost anywhere (including CGNAT)
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  • Encrypted traffic
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  • Multiple endpoint locations
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  • Mobile-friendly
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  • Monthly subscription cost
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  • Usually only single IPv6 address (not prefix)
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4. Free IPv6 Tunnel Services

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If your ISP doesn't offer IPv6 yet, free tunnel services can provide IPv6 connectivity over your existing IPv4 connection.

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Hurricane Electric (HE.net) Tunnel Broker

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HE.net offers free IPv6 tunnels with a /48 for personal use.

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✅ Advantages

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  • Completely free
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  • Provides /48 prefix
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  • Reliable and well-established
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  • Good documentation and support
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  • Doesn't work behind CGNAT
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  • Higher latency than native IPv6
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  • Complex setup for beginners
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5. Paid IPv6 Tunnel Services (with Prefix & Inbound Connectivity)

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Paid services that provide proper IPv6 prefixes and full inbound connectivity. These are ideal for hosting services or running servers.

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ProviderTechnologyStarting PricePrefix SizeWebsite
ungleichWireGuard, OpenVPNFree for VM customers/48IPv6 Shop
Andrews & ArnoldL2TP£10/month + £2.40 setup fee?L2TP Service
TunnelBroker.chWireGuard10 CHF/month + 50 CHF setup fee/126TunnelBroker.ch
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✅ Advantages

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  • Proper IPv6 prefix allocation
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  • Full inbound connectivity
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  • Works almost anywhere (including CGNAT)
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  • Professional support
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  • Multiple endpoint locations
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❌ Disadvantages

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  • Monthly subscription cost
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6. Roll-Your-Own IPv6 proxy or VPN with a VPS

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If you want full control and don’t mind a little command-line work, spin up a cheap VPS that comes with native IPv6 and tunnel your traffic through it. The VPS acts as an IPv6 “exit node” while your home connection remains IPv4-only.

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Recommended VPS Providers (with native IPv6)

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  • kyun.host – /64 IPv6 prefix on every VM (kyun.host)
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  • servers.guru – /64 IPv6 prefix on their ARM offerings, no IPv6 on their regular VM's (servers.guru)
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Easiest Way to Use Your VPS

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    ssh -D 1080 -N user@YOUR-VPS-IP
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✅ Advantages

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  • Absolute control; can run other services too
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  • Works behind CGNAT or restrictive ISPs
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  • Very low cost (often cheaper than a VPN)
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❌ Disadvantages

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  • Requires Linux CLI comfort
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  • You maintain the server (updates, security)
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Ready to get started?

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Test your IPv6 connectivity

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