How to Install Pi-hole on Manjaro

In this tutorial, you will learn how to install Pi-hole on Manjaro. Pi-hole is an open-source DNS filtering system that block ads and trackers for your entire network. It works by intercepting domain requests and comparing them to a list of known ad-serving domains. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing Pi-hole on Manjaro.

Prerequisites

  • A running Manjaro system with an active internet connection
  • A static IP address assigned to your Manjaro machine
  • A SSH client to access your Manjaro machine, like putty or openssh-client

Step 1: Update Your System

Before you proceed with the installation, it is important to update your Manjaro system to the latest version. You can run the following command:

sudo pacman -Syu

Step 2: Install Required Dependencies

Pi-hole requires certain dependencies that are not present in a basic Manjaro installation. You can install these dependencies by running the following command:

sudo pacman -S curl git

Step 3: Download Pi-hole Installer

You can download the Pi-hole installer script by running the following command:

curl -sSL https://install.pi-hole.net | bash

This will download the Pi-hole installer and start the installation process.

Step 4: Run Pi-hole Installer

After downloading the installer, you need to run it. You can run the following command to start the installation process:

sudo bash /opt/pihole/install.sh

This will start the Pi-hole installation process. You will be asked for various information like your time zone, password, and DNS server settings.

Step 5: Access Pi-hole Admin Dashboard

After the installation is complete, you can access the Pi-hole admin dashboard by entering your Manjaro machine's IP address into any web browser. The default port for accessing the admin dashboard is http://<ip-address>/admin.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed Pi-hole on your Manjaro machine. Now, you can enjoy ad-free browsing on all the devices connected to your network.