How to Install WildDuck on OpenBSD

This tutorial will show you how to install WildDuck, a modern and secure mail server, on OpenBSD.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation, make sure you have the following:

• A server running OpenBSD
• Basic knowledge of the OpenBSD command line interface
• A domain name

Steps

1. Update the system:

   # doas pkg_add -u
   

2. Install the following packages:

   # doas pkg_add opendkim opendmarc mariadb-server node nvm redis
   

3. Set up MariaDB:

   # doas rcctl enable mysqld
   # doas rcctl start mysqld
   # mysql_secure_installation
   

4. Install WildDuck:

   # git clone https://github.com/Level/whost.git
   # cd whost
   # ./configure
   # make
   # make install
   

5. Configure WildDuck:

   # cd wildduck
   # ./run install
   

   Provide the necessary information when prompted. Note that you will need to have a domain name and SSL certificate.

6. Start WildDuck:

   # rcctl enable wildduck
   # rcctl start wildduck
   

Congratulations! WildDuck is now installed on your OpenBSD server. You can access the web-based admin interface at https://example.com/admin.

If you want to self-host in an easy, hands free way, need an external IP address, or simply want your data in your own hands, give IPv6.rs a try!

Alternatively, for the best virtual desktop, try Shells!