Logseq Sync Server

intermediate

Self-hosted sync for Logseq knowledge base.

Overview

Logseq is an open-source, privacy-first knowledge management platform that uses an outliner-based approach where every bullet point becomes a distinct block. Originally designed as a local-first application, Logseq stores data in plain text files and supports bidirectional linking, creating a powerful personal knowledge graph. This Docker container provides the web interface for Logseq, enabling browser-based access to your knowledge base while maintaining the same block-based editing experience as the desktop application. The containerized Logseq deployment transforms your knowledge management workflow by providing consistent access across devices and environments. Unlike traditional note-taking applications, Logseq's block-based structure allows for granular linking between individual thoughts and concepts, while the container ensures your knowledge graph remains accessible from any browser. The setup includes persistent data storage to preserve your notes, pages, and graph relationships across container restarts. This configuration is ideal for individuals and teams seeking a self-hosted alternative to proprietary note-taking services while maintaining the flexibility of local file storage. Knowledge workers, researchers, and documentation teams will benefit from Logseq's unique combination of outliner functionality and graph-based knowledge discovery, all accessible through a consistent web interface that can be deployed on personal servers or cloud infrastructure.

Key Features

Block-based outliner structure where every bullet point is individually addressable and linkable
Bidirectional linking system that automatically creates connections between related concepts
Daily journal workflow with customizable templates for consistent knowledge capture
Interactive knowledge graph visualization showing relationships between pages and concepts
Local file storage using plain text markdown files for maximum portability and future-proofing
Advanced query system for filtering and discovering information across your knowledge base
Plugin ecosystem support for extending functionality with custom workflows and integrations
Real-time block references that update dynamically when source content changes

Common Use Cases

1Personal knowledge management for researchers tracking interconnected ideas and sources
2Team documentation where multiple members need browser access to shared knowledge bases
3Academic research projects requiring bidirectional linking between concepts and references
4Technical documentation with complex cross-references between procedures and components
5Project management using daily journals and block-based task tracking
6Remote work environments needing consistent note-taking access across devices
7Educational institutions providing students with structured knowledge organization tools

Prerequisites

Docker and Docker Compose installed with at least 2GB available memory
Port 3000 available on the host system for web interface access
Understanding of markdown syntax for effective note-taking and formatting
Basic familiarity with outliner-style information organization concepts
Sufficient disk space for persistent volume storage of your knowledge base files
Modern web browser with JavaScript enabled for full functionality

For development & testing. Review security settings, change default credentials, and test thoroughly before production use. See Terms

docker-compose.yml

1services: 
2  logseq: 
3    image: ghcr.io/logseq/logseq:latest
4    container_name: logseq
5    restart: unless-stopped
6    ports: 
7      - "3000:3000"
8    volumes: 
9      - logseq_data:/data
10    environment: 
11      LOGSEQ_SENTRY_DSN: ""
12
13volumes: 
14  logseq_data:

.env Template

.env

1# Configure sync in Logseq client settings

Usage Notes

1Docs: https://docs.logseq.com/
2Use with Logseq desktop/mobile app
3Outliner-style: every bullet is a block
4Bidirectional linking and knowledge graph
5Daily journal workflow with templates
6Local-first with optional self-hosted sync

Quick Start

terminal

1# 1. Create the compose file
2cat > docker-compose.yml << 'EOF'
3services:
4  logseq:
5    image: ghcr.io/logseq/logseq:latest
6    container_name: logseq
7    restart: unless-stopped
8    ports:
9      - "3000:3000"
10    volumes:
11      - logseq_data:/data
12    environment:
13      LOGSEQ_SENTRY_DSN: ""
14
15volumes:
16  logseq_data:
17EOF
18
19# 2. Create the .env file
20cat > .env << 'EOF'
21# Configure sync in Logseq client settings
22EOF
23
24# 3. Start the services
25docker compose up -d
26
27# 4. View logs
28docker compose logs -f

One-Liner

Run this command to download and set up the recipe in one step:

terminal

1curl -fsSL https://docker.recipes/api/recipes/logseq/run | bash

Troubleshooting

Web interface loads but pages don't save: Check volume mount permissions and ensure the container can write to the data directory
Graph view shows broken or missing links: Verify that page names match exactly including capitalization and special characters
Performance issues with large knowledge bases: Increase container memory allocation and consider pruning unused daily journal pages
Block references not updating automatically: Clear browser cache and check that the referenced blocks haven't been deleted or moved
Daily journal templates not applying: Ensure template syntax is correct and templates are saved in the proper templates directory
Search functionality returning incomplete results: Allow the indexing process to complete and restart the container if search index appears corrupted

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