Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about ATStatus. Can't find what you're looking for? Check the detailed documentation.
Getting Started
What is ATStatus?
ATStatus is a self-hosted status page application for communicating service health to users. It supports automatic monitoring, incident management, scheduled maintenance, and multiple notification channels. Learn more →
What's the difference between Clean, Demo, and Production builds?
Clean Build: Empty database, ready for production.
Demo Build: Pre-populated sample data for testing.
Production Build: Your live, configured instance. Learn more →
Demo Build: Pre-populated sample data for testing.
Production Build: Your live, configured instance. Learn more →
How long does setup take?
Basic installation takes 5-10 minutes. Full configuration takes another 10-15 minutes. First Steps Guide →
Installation & Setup
What are the system requirements?
Minimum: Node.js 18+, 2GB RAM, 10GB storage
Recommended: Node.js 20+, 4GB RAM, 20GB storage
Recommended: Node.js 20+, 4GB RAM, 20GB storage
What database does ATStatus use?
SQLite by default (no separate server needed). PostgreSQL is available for high-traffic deployments.
Can I run ATStatus with Docker?
Yes! Build with
docker build -t atstatus . and run with docker run -p 3000:3000 atstatus. Docker Guide →Features
How does automatic monitoring work?
ATStatus checks your services (HTTP, TCP, DNS, databases, etc.) at configurable intervals. Status updates automatically and notifications are sent when issues occur. Monitoring Guide →
What notification channels are supported?
Email (SMTP), Discord, Slack, generic webhooks, push notifications, and SMS via integrations. Notifications Guide →
Does ATStatus support multiple languages?
Yes! 15+ languages including English, Dutch, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, and more. Multi-Language Guide →
Security
How are passwords stored?
Passwords are hashed using bcrypt with a high work factor. Plaintext passwords are never stored. API keys are also hashed.
Does ATStatus support two-factor authentication?
Yes! TOTP-based 2FA compatible with Google Authenticator, Authy, etc. 2FA Guide →
Is there an audit log?
Yes! Tamper-proof audit log with hash chain verification. All administrative actions are logged. Audit Trail →
Customization
Can I customize the look and feel?
Yes! Custom accent colors, logos, multiple layouts, custom CSS, and configurable loading screens. Branding Guide →
Can I use a custom domain?
Yes! Deploy to your own server and point your domain to it. SSL recommended (Let's Encrypt works great).
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