• Debian or Ubuntu Server with root shell access (SSH)
• Some packages: Apache, MariaDB, PHP, etc
• Familiarity with the Linux shell
• A little patience and willingness to troubleshoot when things go wrong

• Installation via Script – Recommended method
• Manual Installation on Ubuntu
• HestiaCP Install
• Installation via Docker Container (unsupported)

A few steps to ensure everything stays running smoothly:

• Backups: Especially your master encryption key
• Config.php: Check you don't need to add any specific variables (e.g. not using HTTPS)
• Cron: For scheduled activities (the install script adds these for you)
• Email Configuration: To send outbound emails (invoicing, tickets, etc)
• Email to Ticket: To receive inbound ticketing emails