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stevenparker0
Oct 04, 2025Aspirant
Using ReadyNAS as backend for lightweight web tools — is it reliable?
Hi everyone, I currently maintain a small web tool (for example a gratuity / end-of-service benefit calculator for users in the UAE), and I’m evaluating options to host user data, logs, JSON stor...
StephenB
Oct 04, 2025Guru - Experienced User
stevenparker0 wrote:That’s where ReadyNAS caught my interest
All ReadyNAS platforms are end-of-life:
- The newest platforms use Debian 8 (Jessie), which was deprecated in 2020.
- Netgear hasn't provided a firmware update since Jan 2024.
- The version of apache is 2.4.25 (built in Feb 2019).
- Netgear's repo has been taken down, which will get in the way of installing or updating packages.
I don't recommend setting up a website using ReadyNAS, since there won't be any more security updates.
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