How to Install Ampache on Windows 10

Ampache is an open-source web-based software to manage and stream your multimedia collections including music, videos, and podcasts. Installing Ampache on windows 10 is a relatively straightforward process that requires a few steps.

Prerequisites

  1. Web Server with PHP and MySQL support (XAMPP, WampServer or any AMP packages)
  2. Ampache Installer

Step 1 - Download Ampache Installer

Visit the official website of Ampache - https://ampache.org/ and click the "Download Ampache" button. Select the latest stable version based on the operating system you have installed. In our case, we will download the Windows Installer.

Step 2 - Unzip Ampache

Once the download completes, you will find the zip file in the downloads folder. Extract the contents of the zip file to the document root of your webserver. The document root location can vary based on the webserver you're using, but for XAMPP and WampServer, it is C:\xampp\htdocs or C:\wamp\www\ respectively.

Step 3 - Create the Database

Ampache requires a database to store all the necessary data. Open the MySQL client or phpMyAdmin, create a new database, and grant all privileges to the user.

Step 4 - Install Ampache

Open the browser and navigate to the Ampache install location. Here, you will be prompted to set up the Ampache installation. Fill in the necessary fields such as database name, host, username, and password. Once you have filled all the fields, click the "Save Settings And Continue" button.

Step 5 - Configure Ampache

After successfully installing Ampache, you are redirected to the configuration page where you can adjust the server settings, create admin accounts, and select language and theme. Configure it as per your requirements.

Step 6 - Login To The Ampache Dashboard

After finishing the configuration, you will be directed to the Ampache login page. Enter the admin credentials that you have created during the configuration process.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have seen how to install Ampache on Windows 10. Once installed, you can manage and stream your multimedia collections from the Ampache dashboard.