Self-Hosted Admin Guide
Install, configure, and maintain your own Barazo forum instance with Docker Compose.
Welcome to the Barazo self-hosting guide.
Getting Started
Barazo runs as a set of Docker containers orchestrated with Docker Compose. You need a Linux server with Docker installed, a domain name, and about 15 minutes.
Sections
- Installation -- Requirements, Docker Compose setup, environment variables
- Configuration -- SSL (Caddy), email (SMTP), storage, and community settings
- Backup & Restore -- Database backups, restore procedures, and disaster recovery
- Monitoring -- GlitchTip error tracking, structured logging, health checks
- Upgrading -- Version upgrades, migration procedures, and changelog
- Global Aggregator -- Connecting your instance to the Barazo network
- Community Settings -- Moderation, categories, branding, content maturity, onboarding fields
- FAQ -- Common questions and troubleshooting