Plan-backed hardware
Self-hosted hardware
Bring-your-own node
A guided path to running your own services on hardware that fits your needs.
from $300
AUSTIN, TEXAS OPEN SOURCE TECH
Own your tech.
Run your own node.
Hardware, repairs, and hands-on guidance for a life with more choices, clearer tools, and a little more room to breathe.
More room to choose Guidance for real life Support that starts where you are
LOCAL PEOPLE
REAL SOLUTIONS
A BRIGHTER,
FREER TOMORROW
SMALL NODES
BIGGER FREEDOM
BIGGER FREEDOM
WHO NODE RUNNER IS FOR
Three ways into a more self-directed stack.
Whether you are changing one service, keeping a business online, or running a Bitcoin node, the point is to build around what matters to you.
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OPEN-SOURCE ALTERNATIVES
Choose beyond the default
Explore open-source alternatives to paid or proprietary services, with hardware and support that fit the way you actually work.
Explore your options 02BUSINESS INFRASTRUCTURE
Keep your business moving
For teams that rely on the internet: technical support, mesh networking, data-center installs, hosting, and more dependable connectivity. If a device, account, or network raises a security concern, start with a clear next step.
Plan business support 03BITCOIN NODE RUNNERS
Run the whole stack
Nodes, Lightning, wallets and self-custody education, networking, repairs, and local-business Bitcoin infrastructure—plus the support to keep it all moving.
Explore node infrastructureSTART WHERE YOU ARE
Keep what works. Change what you want.
The first step can be a repair, a new device, a better network, or simply a good conversation about what you already use.
Fix what you have
Repairs, upgrades, and honest advice to keep your devices useful longer.
Choose a privacy-ready device
Explore a considered setup that puts you in control from day one.
Build your own stack
Nodes, storage, networking, and more—designed for real life.
THE SHELF, IN PROGRESS
Find the next right piece.
Plan-backed hardware
Everyday computing
Privacy-ready laptop
A considered place to start when you want a device that feels familiar and yours.
from $300
Future inventory
Authorized reseller
Above Phone setup
Talk with us about an Above device, service, support, and future store availability.
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Plan-backed hardware
Connection
Mesh starter
Start a conversation about local connectivity, WiFi, and small-network planning.
from $40
Plan-backed service
Service
Repair bench time
Bring what you have. We will start with a clear, practical conversation.
$250 / hour
Placeholder schedule
Education
Learn the stack
Classes and hands-on learning paths, with event dates added as they are confirmed.
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OPEN01UNDERSTAND
A CLOSER LOOK
Open source is about having a choice—and understanding what you’re choosing.
Some software lets people inspect, improve, and share the code that makes it work. That does not make every choice simple, but it does create more room to ask useful questions. We’ll help you find answers that matter to you.
Explore the basics