Deploy Databag on Your Own Server
Databag is a federated chat app for selfhosting that focuses on privacy and security; the service includes clients for the browser as well as F-Droid, iOS and Android.
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What is Databag?
Configure your instance and create accounts in the admin dashboard. Login to your account and connect with others. Start a conversation. More details: https://github.com/balzack/databag
Self-Host Databag
Follow these steps to deploy on your own server.
Install Docker
Skip this step if Docker is already installed on your server.
curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
Configure
Customize the settings below. Defaults work for most cases.
General
Deploy
Copy the configuration and run it on your server.
services:
databag:
image: balzack/databag:0.1.17
environment:
PHP_TZ: America/Los_Angeles
TZ: America/Los_Angeles
volumes:
- databag-data:/var/lib/databag
volumes:
databag-data: {}
Then run:
docker compose up -d
Access
Once started, access your app at http://localhost:7000
Why Self-Host Databag?
Full Data Ownership
Your data stays on your servers. No third-party access.
No Monthly Fees
Pay only for your server. No per-seat or usage charges.
Complete Control
Customize, backup, and scale on your own terms.
Privacy & Compliance
Meet GDPR, HIPAA, or internal security requirements.
Technical Details
Docker Image
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