Hello Kobo Community, I am trying to install KoBoToolbox on a local server environment using the official kobo-install repository. However, I am facing multiple issues during the setup process and would appreciate guidance from the community.
Installation Environment
OS: Ubuntu 24 (Local Server)
Installation method: kobo-install from GitHub
Docker installed and running
Docker Compose version: v5.1.0
What I have done so far
- Installed Docker and enabled the service.
- Cloned the kobo-install repository from GitHub.
- Ran the setup command:
python3 run.py --setup
Issues I am facing
During the setup process, several configuration questions appear (SMTP server, domain name, exposing backend container ports, etc.), and I am unsure what values should be used for a local server installation.
After running python3 run.py --setup, I sometimes see only one terminal window with no clear prompts or interaction.
I also want to reinstall the setup from scratch because I entered an incorrect domain name earlier.
What I would like help with
-
What values should be entered for:
SMTP server (if email is not required)?
Domain name when running on a local system?
Exposing backend container ports? -
What is the correct process to completely remove the previous installation (containers, volumes, and folders) before reinstalling?
-
Is there a recommended configuration for local/sandbox installation where the server does not need to be publicly accessible?
Additional Information
I am mainly installing this to run Kobo locally for testing and internal use before deploying it on a public server.
If anyone has successfully installed KoboToolbox on a local Ubuntu server, I would greatly appreciate step-by-step guidance.
This link is broken GitHub - kobotoolbox/kobo-install: A command-line installer for setting up and running KoboToolbox on a remote server or local computer, using kobo-docker. · GitHub
Links are not working here as well Installing KoboToolbox on a Local Computer
links are broken as well. Looking forward for support.
Narendra
