📋 System Requirements
Server Requirements
- Operating System: Ubuntu 20.04+ or CentOS 8+
- RAM: 8GB minimum (16GB recommended)
- Storage: 50GB available disk space
- Database: PostgreSQL 13+
- Web Server: Nginx or Apache
Client Requirements
- Browser: Latest Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge
- Mobile: iOS 12+ or Android 8+
- Internet: Stable broadband connection
🚀 Installation Options
Cloud Deployment (Recommended)
Masetra is available as a managed cloud service with:
- Automatic updates
- 99.9% uptime SLA
- 24/7 monitoring
- Professional support
Contact info@masetra.com for pricing.
Self-Hosted Installation
Prerequisites
- Install Docker and Docker Compose
- Install PostgreSQL 13+
- Configure domain and SSL certificates
Installation Steps
- Download Installation Package
wget https://downloads.masetra.com/masetra-latest.tar.gz
tar -xzf masetra-latest.tar.gz
cd masetra
- Configure Environment
cp .env.example .env
# Edit .env with your configuration
- Start Services
docker-compose up -d
- Initialize Database
docker-compose exec web python manage.py migrate
docker-compose exec web python manage.py createsuperuser
- Access Application
Open your browser to https://your-domain.com
🔧 Configuration Environment Variables
# Database Configuration
DB_HOST=localhost
DB_PORT=5432
DB_NAME=masetra
DB_USER=masetra_user
DB_PASSWORD=secure_password
# Email Configuration
EMAIL_HOST=smtp.your-email.com
EMAIL_PORT=587
EMAIL_USER=notifications@masetra.com
EMAIL_PASSWORD=secure_email_password
# Security Settings
SECRET_KEY=your_secret_key_here
DEBUG=False
ALLOWED_HOSTS=your-domain.com,localhost
🧪 Post-Installation Verification
- Check Services Status
docker-compose ps
- Verify Database Connection
docker-compose exec db psql -U masetra_user -d masetra
- Test Web Interface Navigate to your domain and verify login page loads.
🆘 Troubleshooting Common Issues Database Connection Failed
- Verify database credentials in .env
- Check if PostgreSQL service is running
- Ensure firewall allows database port
Application Not Loading
- Check Docker container logs: docker-compose logs web
- Verify domain configuration
- Confirm SSL certificates are valid
🔄 Updates To update to the latest version:
docker-compose down
wget https://downloads.masetra.com/masetra-latest.tar.gz
tar -xzf masetra-latest.tar.gz
docker-compose up -d
📞 Support For installation assistance, contact info@masetra.com or call +256-760-927180.
Last updated: July 30, 2025