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title: Getting Started with Self-Hosting in 2026
description: Start your self-hosting journey in 2026. Learn how to choose the right hardware, configure Debian 13, and deploy Docker containers for your homelab.
date: 2026-03-23T17:15:18.062Z
author: Nishchay Kaushik
tags: docker, guide, beginners, debian, self-hosted, home, docker-compose, homelab, adguardhome, selfhosted, selfhosting, home-lab, immich, self-hosting, lmmich, beginner-homelab-guide, guide2026
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# Getting Started with Self-Hosting in 2026