How to Install ChibiSafe on Kali Linux

ChibiSafe is a simple and secure solution for managing your artwork and images securely. It provides you with server and client software that allows you to store, share and manage your images in a safe and user-friendly manner. Here's how to install ChibiSafe on Kali Linux.

Step 1: Install Dependencies

Before we begin installing ChibiSafe, we need to install some dependencies that are required for ChibiSafe to run.

  1. Open the terminal on Kali Linux.

  2. Run the following command to install python-pip and python-dev dependency:

    sudo apt install python-pip python-dev
    

Step 2: Install ChibiSafe

  1. Download the latest version of ChibiSafe from the official website https://chibisafe.moe/.

  2. Extract the downloaded archive to any location on your Kali Linux system.

  3. Open the terminal and navigate to the extracted archive using the cd command to the folder where you have downloaded ChibiSafe.

  4. Run the following command to install ChibiSafe:

    sudo pip install -e .
    

Step 3: Configure and Run ChibiSafe

  1. Once ChibiSafe is installed, navigate to the config folder within the extracted archive.

  2. Open the config.yaml file.

  3. Customize the settings according to your needs.

    • Modify site_url to the URL you will be accessing ChibiSafe from.
    • Change password to a strong password of your choice.
    • Modify collections to specify your image collections' folders.
  4. Save the config.yaml file.

  5. Navigate back to the root directory in the terminal and run the following command to start the ChibiSafe server:

    python chibisafe.py
    
  6. ChibiSafe should now be running on your Kali Linux system.

Conclusion

ChibiSafe is an excellent image management solution that provides a secure and user-friendly experience. By following the above steps, you can easily install ChibiSafe on Kali Linux and start managing your images securely.

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