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Script Installation

You can install Dappnode using the installation script on any Debian-based Linux distribution (Debian, Ubuntu). The script method is also the only option for ARM devices and macOS.

Prerequisites​

Before installing Dappnode, you need:

To install all prerequisites at once, run:

sudo wget -O - https://prerequisites.dappnode.io | sudo bash

If you already have the dependencies installed you can skip this step.

Install Dappnode​

Server (default — full installation)​

For a dedicated server running 24/7:

sudo wget -O - https://installer.dappnode.io | sudo bash

This installs all core components: HTTPS, BIND, IPFS, VPN, WIREGUARD, DAPPMANAGER, WIFI, NOTIFICATIONS, and PREMIUM.

Desktop / Laptop (lite installation)​

For a personal Linux desktop or laptop, use the --lite flag to install a reduced set of components:

sudo wget -O - https://installer.dappnode.io | sudo bash -s -- --lite

This installs: BIND, VPN, WIREGUARD, DAPPMANAGER, NOTIFICATIONS, and PREMIUM.

.dappnode domains on Desktop mode

When running in --lite (desktop) mode, .dappnode domain resolution is currently under investigation and may not work as expected. This is a known limitation that is expected to be fixed in a future release.

Minimal installation​

For the smallest possible footprint (useful for testing or custom setups):

sudo wget -O - https://installer.dappnode.io | sudo bash -s -- --minimal

This installs only: BIND, DAPPMANAGER, NOTIFICATIONS, and PREMIUM.

Reboot​

After the installation completes, reboot your machine (you might need to do this twice):

shutdown -r now

Restore to the Latest Version​

If you are experiencing any problem or just want to make sure you are running the latest Dappnode versions, execute this command in the Dappnode terminal. This will update the core packages to the latest versions without erasing any data from your volumes.

sudo wget -O - https://installer.dappnode.io | sudo UPDATE=true bash

Uninstall​

This command will uninstall Dappnode components (but not Docker).

wget -qO - https://uninstaller.dappnode.io | sudo bash

Advanced Options​

The installer supports additional flags and environment variables for fine-grained control over the installation. See the Advanced Script Options page for the full reference.