title: Get started | Offen
description: Want to collect usage statistics transparently? Like to contribute as a developer? Download our latest release and learn how to run, use and develop Offen.
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We optimize Offen to be as simple and easy for everyone to self host. *No additional software is required to run an instance* and hardware requirements are minimal. A basic VPS or even a Raspberry Pi will be all you need to get started.

Choose your preferred way of running Offen below. Be sure to check out our documentation as well. [Let us know if there are any questions.](mailto:hioffen@posteo.de)