Install Ollama on VPS – Host LLM Locally (GDPR)

Quick answer: Ollama on VPS = local AI models without cloud. Install: curl -fsSL https://ollama.com/install.sh | sh, then ollama pull llama3.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Which VPS for Ollama?

7B models: 8 GB RAM minimum. 13B: 16 GB. 70B quantized: 32–64 GB. GPU VPS optional for speed, CPU works too.

Ollama vs OpenAI API?

Ollama: one-time VPS cost, data stays local, GDPR-friendly. OpenAI: pay-per-token, best quality, data in US cloud.

Which models with Ollama?

llama3, mistral, codellama, phi3, gemma – ollama pull llama3. Quantized (Q4) saves RAM.

Use Ollama API from another app?

Yes – http://localhost:11434/api/generate. Expose externally only via reverse proxy + auth.

Ollama with Open WebUI?

Open WebUI = ChatGPT-like interface for Ollama. Docker: both containers on same network.

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