How to Install Snikket on Linux Mint

Snikket is a free and open-source XMPP server that allows you to create your own chat platform. In this tutorial, we will show how to install Snikket on Linux Mint.

Step 1: Update your System

Before installing Snikket, ensure that your Linux Mint is updated with the latest software packages, dependencies, and security patches. To do so, use the following command:

sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get upgrade -y

Step 2: Install Dependencies

Snikket requires some dependencies to be installed on your system. Use the following command to install them:

sudo apt-get install -y wget apt-transport-https gnupg2

Step 3: Download and Install Snikket

You can download the necessary installer script for Snikket from its official website as follows:

wget https://snikket.org/install.sh 

After downloading, run the following command to install Snikket:

sudo bash install.sh

The script will guide you through the installation process of Snikket. Choose the necessary options when prompted.

Step 4: Configure Snikket

When Snikket is installed, you can use the following command to configure it:

sudo snikket configure

The configuration utility will guide you through the process of setting up your domain, certificates, and administrative user.

Step 5: Start the Snikket Server

Use the following command to start the Snikket server:

sudo snikket start

Now your Snikket server is up and running. You can access the administration dashboard at https://[your-domain]/admin and the XMPP client at https://[your-domain]/.

Conclusion

That’s it! You have successfully installed and configured Snikket on Linux Mint. Enjoy the benefits of having your own chat platform powered by XMPP.