Smart. Sustainable. Secure.

Enterprise IT solutions for homes and businesses—without the enterprise price tag.

At Rapid River Technologies, we deliver high-quality IT infrastructure using a unique blend of repurposed enterprise hardware and open-source software. Our mission is to help businesses and home users build powerful, secure, and affordable digital systems—with a strong focus on privacy, sustainability, and customization.

We work with trusted open-source tools like Nextcloud, TrueNAS, XCP-NG, Dolibarr, Element Chat, VyOS, Jellyfin, LibreELEC, and Xibo to create tailored solutions for:

  • Private cloud storage

  • Virtualization and server hosting

  • Business management and communication tools

  • Media streaming and digital signage

  • Secure home and office networking

By using repurposed enterprise-grade hardware, we reduce waste and offer the reliability of top-tier systems—without the cost of new equipment. Whether you're looking to upgrade your business operations or modernize your home network, our solutions are built to scale, evolve, and protect your data.

Proudly based near Edmonton, we’re committed to technology that’s smart, responsible, and built to last.

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Our Services

  • Software as a Service (SaaS) encompasses a range of solutions, including storage platforms such as TrueNAS, Nextcloud, and OwnCloud. Additionally, hosted services may feature applications like Jellyfin, NetAlertX, and FreeScout, providing comprehensive and scalable options for various enterprise needs.

  • On-premise virtualization of SAS, combined with other critical resources, leveraging advanced hypervisor platforms such as XCP-ng, TrueNAS, Proxmox, and Ubuntu, offers a robust and scalable infrastructure solution. This approach ensures the consolidation of diverse workloads into a unified environment, enhancing operational efficiency while maintaining stringent control over data sovereignty and security.

    By deploying these hypervisor technologies on-premise, organizations can architect a highly available ecosystem where both data and software resources are continuously accessible. Features such as failover clustering, storage redundancy, and dynamic resource allocation contribute to minimizing downtime and optimizing performance. This infrastructure supports business continuity by enabling seamless migration, backup, and recovery processes within the virtualized environment.

    Furthermore, the combination of SAS (Software as Service) workloads with other enterprise applications on a virtualized platform empowers organizations to maximize resource utilization, reduce hardware footprint, and streamline management through centralized control interfaces. The utilization of mature open-source and enterprise-grade hypervisor solutions like XCP-ng, TrueNAS, Proxmox, and Ubuntu ensures compatibility, extensibility, and customization to meet evolving business requirements.

    In summary, on-premise virtualization of SAS alongside complementary resources using these hypervisors facilitates a resilient, highly available infrastructure. This setup not only safeguards mission-critical data and applications but also enables enhanced scalability, agility, and operational excellence within the enterprise IT landscape.

  • Install, configure, and maintain enterprise-grade networking infrastructure utilizing refurbished or repurposed equipment. Leverage advanced technologies such as VLANs, fiber optics, and network redundancy to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Deploy robust, open-source routing and firewall solutions including OPNsense and VyOS, designed for high-security environments. Provide optional implementations of VPNs, overlay networks, and redundant WAN architectures to enhance connectivity and resilience.

  • We specialize in providing high-quality repurposed, reused, and professionally refurbished equipment, including Blade Servers, Workstations, and Network Switches. Our inventory undergoes in-house testing to ensure optimal performance and reliability. By choosing our solutions, organizations can achieve significant cost savings while supporting sustainable IT practices through the extension of equipment lifecycle. Our commitment to excellence guarantees that each device meets stringent quality benchmarks, making us a trusted partner for personal and business’s alike, seeking dependable and environmentally responsible technology assets.

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Our Mission

We believe in digital self-sufficiency. Instead of relying on corporate cloud providers like Google, Amazon, or Microsoft, we help people and small businesses regain control of their data, media, and communications by setting up independent, open-source, and Reduced Subscription model.

Our services focus on:

  • Setting up self-hosted servers for file storage, media streaming, and collaboration.

  • Installing and configuring open-source software (e.g., NextCloud, Jellyfin, Docker-based tools).

  • Providing documentation and guidance on optional add-ons (e.g., Sabnzbd, Jellyseer, Usenet clients, I2P) so you can choose what fits your needs.

  • Encouraging privacy, transparency, and ownership — no hidden tracking, no vendor lock-in, no forced subscriptions.

What We Do Not Do

  • We do not sell or configure systems for piracy or unauthorized access to copyrighted materials.

  • We do not encourage or assist in breaking digital locks (DRM) on commercial media such as DVDs or Blu-rays.

  • We do not provide support for infringing uses of third-party services.

Your Responsibilities

By using our services, you agree that:

  • You are responsible for how you use the server and software we provide.

  • You will comply with Canadian copyright law and other applicable laws in your jurisdiction.

  • You will only back up and stream content that you legally own or that is DRM-free.

  • You will not hold us liable for how you or others use the tools we provide.

Liability Disclaimer

Our role is to provide hardware, installation, configuration, and educational support for open-source and legally obtained software.

We are not liable for:

  • How you choose to use or interact with Usenet, I2P, or any other installed tools. All usage is solely at your discretion.

  • Any copyright infringement, illegal downloads, or misuse of the system.

  • Data loss, hardware failure, or issues caused by third-party services outside of our control.

By purchasing our services, you acknowledge and agree that the system is provided for lawful personal or business use only.

Terms of Service (ToS)

1. Scope of Service

We provide used/refurbished hardware, installation, configuration, and educational support for open-source and legally obtained software. Our services are designed to help customers create self-hosted, subscription-free solutions for media, file storage, and privacy-focused tools.

2. Ownership & Used Equipment

  • All hardware provided is refurbished or used unless otherwise specified.

  • While we ensure equipment is in good working condition, we cannot guarantee lifetime performance of used components.

  • Customers are responsible for physical care and security of the equipment after delivery.

3. Maintenance & Support

  • We provide installation and configuration support for the software and services we set up.

  • Customers are encouraged to perform regular software updates and system maintenance to ensure security, performance, and stability.

  • Ongoing maintenance beyond initial setup may be offered under a separate support plan.

4. Software Use & Responsibility

  • Software installed is open-source or legally obtained. Customers are responsible for how they use the software.

  • We do not condone or support copyright infringement. Any use of the system to download or distribute pirated content is strictly prohibited.

  • Customers are responsible for compliance with all applicable laws, including copyright and privacy regulations.

5. Liability

We are not liable for:

  • Data loss, hardware failure, or malfunctions of used equipment.

  • Misuse of installed software or third-party services.

  • Any unauthorized or illegal activities carried out using the system.

  • Consequences of failing to perform regular software updates and maintenance.

6. Customer Acknowledgement

By purchasing our services, you acknowledge and agree that:

  • The system is provided “as-is” with respect to used hardware.

  • Maintenance and updates are critical for proper operation and security.

  • Use of the system is for lawful personal or business purposes only.

  • You assume responsibility for your use of the system and any content stored or accessed.

7. Privacy & Security

  • We encourage best practices for securing your data and protecting privacy.

  • Customers retain full ownership and control of their data stored on their private server.

  • We do not access or monitor your data unless explicitly contracted for support purposes.

8. Modifications

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Service at any time. Updated terms will be communicated to customers via email or posted on our website. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.