Securely Deploy Focalboard Behind Nginx with SSL on Rocky Linux 9
Focalboard, an open-source project management tool, can now be securely deployed behind Nginx with SSL termination, benefiting both small teams and large organizations. This setup, when run on Rocky Linux 9, provides a stable, secure, and long-term supported foundation.
To begin, start with a clean VPS instance on Shape.Host. Install and configure PostgreSQL, then download and extract Focalboard. Configure it accordingly. Rocky Linux 9 comes with SELinux enforcement, systemd 252, OpenSSL 3, PostgreSQL 15, and modern Node.js support, ensuring a robust environment.
Update system packages, install dependencies, and configure Nginx with SSL support. Create a systemd service for Focalboard and configure Nginx as a reverse proxy. Secure the connection with Let's Encrypt SSL. Focalboard offers kanban boards, calendars, task lists, and database-style views, providing teams with comprehensive project management without relying on external SaaS services. It's self-hosted, giving complete control over infrastructure and data.
Focalboard's deployment behind Nginx with SSL termination on Rocky Linux 9 ensures a secure, stable, and long-term supported project management solution. This setup is ideal for teams seeking control over their data and infrastructure.
