The cloud is just someone else's computer.
So we kept it in the family
Problem Solving as a Service (PSaaS;
pronounced “pizzazz.”)
Why Technis exists
Subscriptions got more expensive while libraries shrank and paid content disappeared. Technis keeps the services and data on hardware I control.
Privacy by default
Technis adds no tracking, analytics, or behavioral profiles, and I don't monetize activity data. Plex is the exception: sign-in goes through plex.tv, and Plex collects its own usage data.
- Services run on privately operated hardware
- No analytics added by Technis
- Sign-in stays on Technis, except for Plex
No enshittification allowed
I won't hide existing features behind a paid tier or remove content to satisfy a licensing calendar.
- Content isn't removed because a license expired
- No features moved behind paid tiers
- Changes follow user needs, not quarterly targets
Free to use
There is no monthly or annual fee. Technis is a personal project, not a business.
- No subscription or usage bill
- No arbitrary storage or bandwidth limits
- Operated for friends and family
Nothing stronger than family
Access is personal and support is direct. The relationship matters more than a service agreement.
- Invite-only for trusted connections
- A small group by design
- A community, not a customer base
Transparent operations
Status dashboards show what is running. I post outages and performance problems instead of hiding them behind a generic status message.
- Live status and health dashboards
- Direct updates during incidents
Problem Solving as a Service
Ask for help directly, request a service, or suggest an improvement. You will get a response from me, not a script.
- Help when something breaks
- Service requests considered
- Feature requests welcome
The anti-enshittification stack
Streaming catalogs keep splitting across more apps while prices rise and ads return to paid tiers. I am done renting the same catalog twice.
What's coming next
I plan to add these once the current services are stable and someone needs them.
Common questions
The practical details before you request access.
How do I get access?
Technis is invite-only for friends and family. If you know me personally, request access. I keep the group small so I can support people directly.
Is my data really private?
Services run on hardware I control, and Technis adds no third-party analytics or telemetry. Plex is the exception: sign-in goes through plex.tv, and Plex collects its own usage data. Otherwise, data leaves the network only when you share it.
What happens if something breaks?
Automated checks run around the clock and alert me when a service fails. If something affects you, contact me directly and I'll troubleshoot it.
Can I request new services?
Yes. Tell me what you're paying for or what problem you need solved. I weigh the security cost, maintenance work, and usefulness to the group before adding it.
How do backups work?
Data sits on redundant disks, and the media pool survives two simultaneous disk failures. Redundancy isn't a backup, though. A 3-2-1 backup plan with an off-site copy is still in progress, so I can't promise a restore time yet. Keep your own copy of anything irreplaceable.
What devices are supported?
Every service has a web interface for modern browsers. Many also have apps for iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and Linux. Plex supports common smart TVs and streaming devices.
Is there a cost?
No. I run Technis for people I care about. Feedback is the only payment: tell me what works, what doesn't, and what you wish existed.
What's the catch?
Technis is run by one person, not a company with a support team. There's no uptime guarantee, and I fix things when I'm available. I built it because privacy and control should not require a computer science degree.