What is the easiest way to install Paperless-ngx?
The project recommends Docker Compose. It provides compose files and an install script that sets up a compose environment for you, and the…
Paperless-ngx: Self-Hosted Document Management
Paperless-ngx is a document management system that turns physical documents into a searchable online archive, so you can keep less paper.
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| Requirement | Paperless-ngx | Papra |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | x86 + ARM | x86 + ARM |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Containers | 3 (app, PostgreSQL +1) | 1 (app only) |
| Database | PostgreSQL | SQLite |
| Runtime | Python | Node.js |
| Install options | Docker only | Docker only |
Common questions
What does the Docker Compose setup include?
The compose files run Paperless-ngx with a PostgreSQL database and a Valkey broker, so expect three containers.
Can I move from Paperless-ng?
Yes. Paperless-ngx is the official successor to Paperless and Paperless-ng, and the project says migrating from Paperless-ng is as simple as…
Can I try it before installing?
The project hosts a public demo at demo.paperless-ngx.com. Its content is reset often, so do not upload confidential documents to it.
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