Heimdall Setup Guide

Introduction

Heimdall is a web-based application dashboard that provides a clean and organized way to access your most-used apps and services.

Prerequisites

• Docker installed
• Heimdall container running in your Docker stack

Configuration Steps

Step 1: Accessing the Heimdall UI

1. Open your browser and navigate to http://<your-ip-address>:8000.
2. Log in with your Heimdall credentials.

Step 2: Initial Setup Wizard

1. Follow the initial setup wizard to configure basic settings.
2. Choose your preferred language for the Heimdall interface.

Step 3: Adding Applications

1. Navigate to the Applications tab.
2. Click Add Application.
3. Enter the application details, including name, URL, and icon.
4. Click Save.

Step 4: Customizing the Dashboard

1. Go to the Settings tab.
2. Customize the dashboard layout and appearance according to your preferences (e.g., themes, background image).
3. Click Save.

Step 5: Managing Users

1. Navigate to the Users tab.
2. Click Add User.
3. Enter the user details (username, password, role).
4. Click Save.

Step 6: Configuring Backup and Restore

1. Go to the Settings tab.
2. Navigate to the Backup and Restore section.
3. Configure automatic backups and restore options for your Heimdall setup.
4. Click Save.

Notes

• Ensure all paths and environment variables are updated in the heimdall.yaml file.
• Regularly backup your config directory to save your settings.

Troubleshooting

• Common Issues: List common issues and solutions.
• Logs: Check Heimdall logs for error messages.
• Support: Link to the Heimdall community and support resources.