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Gramps Web

Gramps Web

Gramps Web is a self-hosted genealogy research tool. Build family trees with collaboration, GEDCOM import/export, and media galleries. Open-source, with the same data model as the Gramps desktop app. Ideal for families documenting heritage across generations and continents.

Version

Latest

Operating System

Ubuntu Server 24.04 LTS

Min. RAM

4 GB

IP Types

IPV4,IPV6

Access the Application

  • Open your browser and go to: http://<server-ip>
  • Fill in the initial setup form.

Install Directory

  • Gramps Web is installed at: /root/gramps-web

Uploading Media Files

There are several options for uploading media files.

1. Local File Storage (Recommended for self-hosted)

Mount a host directory instead of using a Docker volume.

Example: /home/server_user/gramps_media/:/app/media

Upload your media files into /home/server_user/gramps_media/ on the host.

2. Amazon S3 Storage

Use the S3 Media Uploader Addon (https://www.grampsweb.org/install_setup/s3/).

Best for large-scale or remote file hosting.

3. Gramps Web Sync

The most convenient method to sync files and databases.

Learn more at: Gramps Web Sync (https://www.grampsweb.org/administration/sync/)

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