If you need to change the database host or full base URL after installation:
Edit Configuration File
1. Access your running container or server:
docker exec -it <container-id> bash
2. Navigate to
cd /var/www/html/config
3. Edit
app_local.php:
vim app_local.php
vim app_local.php
4. Update connection details:
‘Datasources’ => [
‘default’ => [
‘host’ => ‘yourhostname’,
‘username’ => ‘yourusername’,
‘password’ => ‘Yourpassword’,
‘database’ => ‘Yourdatabase’,
],
],
‘App’ => [
‘fullBaseUrl’ => ‘https://projects.yourdomain.com’,
],
5. Save and restart:
docker restart <container-id>
Pro Tip: In production, use a dedicated database service with limited privileges (read/write only).
Avoid embedding credentials in scripts—store them in environment variables where possible.
Summary
Post-installation configuration transforms your raw deployment into a production-ready workspace:
- Create a secure admin account and update branding.
- Configure SMTP for notifications and SSL for secure access.
- Set up external storage and reliable backup directories.
- Verify your database and domain settings before onboarding users.