Kiwix Server — One-Click Install

Name: Kiwix Server
Author: Kiwix

Kiwix Server is a web server for hosting .zim files

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Why install Kiwix Server with Web.Casa?

One-Click Deploy

No manual Docker Compose needed. Web.Casa configures and starts everything.

Auto HTTPS

Caddy auto-provisions SSL certificates. Reverse proxy works out of the box.

Unified Management

Monitoring, backups, updates, logs — manage all apps from one panel.

How to Install

Install Web.Casa first, then one-click install this app from the App Store.

App Info

Version: 3.7.0-2
Author: Kiwix
Default Port: 8169

Source Code Website

Kiwix Server

Kiwix Server is a .zim compatible web server: it allows you to deliver .zim files over the HTTP protocol within your local network – be it a University or your own house. Simply start Kiwix-Serve on your machine, and your content will be available for anybody through their web browser. This allows you to view a website without having internet access.

Ensure that your there are .zim files in the ${APP_DATA_DIR}/data/zim directory otherwise the server won't launch properly and will need to be restarted

For doumentation see the Kiwix wiki

Features

Full text search engine
Search suggestions
Really small and efficient
Compatible with almost all browsers
Available on all platforms
Available as command line executable
Embedded in Kiwix UI
Able to deal with one ZIM file or XML library files
RESTful API endpoint with OPDS (XML)

What are ZIM files?

The ZIM file format is an open file format that stores wiki content for offline usage. The format is defined by the openZIM project, which also supports an Kiwix. The format is primarily used to store the contents of Wikipedia and other Wikimedia projects, including articles, full-text search indices and auxiliary files.

Download ZIM files from the Kiwix library, or create your own (see Zimit)

FAQ

Can I install Kiwix Server on Web.Casa?

Yes, Kiwix Server is available in the Web.Casa App Store. You can install it with one click from the Web.Casa panel — no need to manually write Docker Compose files or configure reverse proxies.

How do I install Kiwix Server on Web.Casa?

First install Web.Casa with curl -fsSL https://get.web.casa | bash, then search for "Kiwix Server" in the App Store and click install. Web.Casa automatically configures the Docker container, assigns ports, and sets up a Caddy reverse proxy.

What is the default port for Kiwix Server on Web.Casa?

The default port for Kiwix Server on Web.Casa is 8169. You can bind it to a custom domain through Web.Casa's Caddy reverse proxy, which automatically provisions HTTPS certificates.

Does Kiwix Server get automatic HTTPS after installation?

Yes. Web.Casa is built on Caddy, so after installing the app, simply bind a domain and Caddy will automatically provision and renew SSL certificates via Let's Encrypt — no manual configuration needed.

How do I back up Kiwix Server data?

Web.Casa has a built-in backup plugin that supports automatic backups of Kiwix Server data to local storage, S3, WebDAV, or SFTP. You can configure scheduled snapshots and retention policies to keep your data safe.