How to Install Filestash on Manjaro

Filestash is a web-based file manager that allows you to access files on different cloud storage providers and local storage systems. This tutorial will guide you on how to install Filestash on your Manjaro system.

Prerequisites

1. A Manjaro system with root access.
2. An active internet connection.

Installation

1. Open the terminal on your Manjaro system.

2. Install the required packages by entering the following command:

   sudo pacman -S wget curl unzip
   

3. Install Docker on your Manjaro system by entering the following command:

   sudo pacman -S docker
   

4. Verify the installation of Docker by entering the following command:

   sudo systemctl status docker
   

   If the output shows that Docker is active and running, you have successfully installed Docker.

5. Download the Docker Compose file using the following command:

   wget https://raw.githubusercontent.com/mickael-kerjean/filestash/master/docker-compose.yml
   

6. Create a .env file using the following command:

   nano .env
   

   Enter the following information in the file:

   # Use strong, random password, don't use any of these values.
   FILESTASH_PASSWORD=<yourpassword>
   

7. Start the Filestash Docker container using the following command:

   sudo docker-compose up -d
   

   The process may take a few moments to complete. Once it's done, you can access Filestash through your web browser by entering the following URL:

   http://localhost:8888
   

8. You should be able to access the Filestash login screen. Enter the password you set in Step 6 to log in.

   Congratulations! You have successfully installed Filestash on your Manjaro system.

Conclusion

This tutorial has explained how to install Filestash on Manjaro using Docker. You can now use Filestash to manage your files on local storage systems and cloud storage providers.