title: Get started | Offen Fair Web Analytics
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 Fair Web Analytics 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 Fair Web Analytics below. Be sure to check out our [Docs][Docs] as well. If you get stuck or need help, [file an issue][gh-issues] or [email][email].

[Docs]: https://docs.offen.dev/running-offen/?utm_campaign=get-started
[gh-issues]: https://github.com/offen/offen/issues
[email]: mailto:hioffen@posteo.de