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Self-Host FlowInquiry with a Single Command – Fast, Easy Setup

Deploy FlowInquiry — the open-source request and project management platform — in seconds using a single command. Streamline your internal workflows with effortless setup

🚀 Self-Host FlowInquiry with a Single Command

FlowInquiry is an open-source project management and ticketing platform designed for internal and external collaboration. With powerful features like SLA tracking, Kanban boards, workflow automation, and AI-driven insights, it’s a smart alternative to Jira, Zendesk, or Freshdesk.

If you’re looking to host FlowInquiry on your own server or local machine, the good news is: you can spin up everything with a single command.

🧰 Requirements

Before you begin, make sure you have:

  • Docker installed

  • Docker Compose installed

  • bash shell (Linux/macOS or WSL for Windows)

🛠️ Installation Steps

  • Open your terminal.

  • Run the following command:

curl -sSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/flowinquiry/flowinquiry/refs/heads/main/apps/ops/flowinquiry-docker/scripts/install-flowinquiry.sh -o install-flowinquiry.sh && chmod +x install-flowinquiry.sh && ./install-flowinquiry.sh

This script does the following:

  • Generates secure environment variables
  • Downloads all necessary Docker images (backend, frontend, PostgreSQL, Caddy)
  • Sets up volumes for persistent storage
  • Starts all services using Docker Compose
  • Prompts you for minimal configuration (SSL, domain)

ℹ️ Pro Tip: If you’re just testing locally, you can skip the SSL setup during installation.

🧪 Testing the Installation

After the script completes, open your browser and go to http://<LAN_IP>:1234 or the domain you provided during setup. Find your LAN IP address in the installation logs. Look for a message like:

Using host IP address: 192.168.0.78

You should see the FlowInquiry login screen. From there, you can:

  • Configure settings like email, teams, and workflows

  • Start managing your projects and requests

💬 Need Help?

If you encounter issues or want to contribute, visit our GitHub Discussions or open a new issue.

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