Nextcloud AIO

intermediate

All-in-one Nextcloud deployment with backup.

Overview

Nextcloud All-in-One (AIO) is a comprehensive deployment solution that packages Nextcloud's self-hosted productivity platform with essential companion services into a single, automated Docker container setup. Unlike traditional Nextcloud installations that require manual configuration of databases, web servers, and optional services, Nextcloud AIO automatically deploys and manages a complete stack including PostgreSQL, Redis, Apache, Collabora Office, Nextcloud Talk, ClamAV antivirus, and automated backup systems through a unified management interface. This AIO approach eliminates the complexity of coordinating multiple containers while providing enterprise-grade features out of the box. The master container acts as an orchestrator, dynamically spawning and managing additional containers based on your configuration choices through a web-based interface. Built-in backup functionality, automatic SSL certificate management via Let's Encrypt, and integrated security scanning create a production-ready environment that would typically require extensive manual setup and ongoing maintenance. Nextcloud AIO targets organizations and individuals seeking a complete Google Workspace alternative without the operational overhead of managing separate database servers, caching layers, and application dependencies. Home users gain access to enterprise-level file sync and collaboration tools, while small businesses and teams get a scalable platform that grows from basic file storage to full productivity suite with video conferencing, document editing, and workflow automation through Nextcloud's extensive app ecosystem.

Key Features

Automated deployment of complete Nextcloud stack including PostgreSQL database, Redis caching, and Apache web server
Built-in Collabora Office integration for real-time collaborative document editing directly in the browser
Nextcloud Talk video conferencing and chat system with screen sharing and mobile apps
ClamAV antivirus scanning for uploaded files with configurable scan policies and quarantine management
Daily automated backups with configurable retention policies and one-click restore functionality
Web-based AIO management interface for enabling/disabling services and monitoring system health
Automatic SSL certificate generation and renewal through Let's Encrypt integration
Built-in reverse proxy support with configurable domain validation and port mapping

Common Use Cases

1Small business file server replacement for teams migrating from Google Drive or Dropbox
2Remote team collaboration hub combining file sharing, video calls, and document co-editing
3Home lab enthusiasts wanting a complete productivity suite with minimal configuration complexity
4Educational institutions providing students and faculty with privacy-focused cloud storage and collaboration tools
5Healthcare or legal practices requiring HIPAA/GDPR compliant file storage with audit trails
6Development teams needing secure project file sharing with version control and client access portals
7Non-profit organizations seeking cost-effective alternatives to commercial cloud productivity suites

Prerequisites

Docker Engine 20.10+ with access to Docker socket for container orchestration
Minimum 4GB RAM recommended for full AIO stack with Office and Talk services enabled
Available ports 80, 8080, and 8443 for web interface, AIO management, and SSL respectively
50GB+ available disk space for Nextcloud data and backup storage requirements
Domain name with DNS control for Let's Encrypt SSL certificate generation (production use)
Basic understanding of Docker volume management for backup and data migration procedures

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

docker-compose.yml

1services: 
2  nextcloud-aio: 
3    image: nextcloud/all-in-one:latest
4    container_name: nextcloud-aio
5    restart: unless-stopped
6    volumes: 
7      - nextcloud_aio:/mnt/docker-aio-config
8      - /var/run/docker.sock:/var/run/docker.sock:ro
9    ports: 
10      - "80:80"
11      - "8080:8080"
12      - "8443:8443"
13
14volumes: 
15  nextcloud_aio:

.env Template

.env

1# AIO manages everything automatically

Usage Notes

1Docs: https://github.com/nextcloud/all-in-one#readme
2AIO interface at https://localhost:8080 - get initial password from logs
3Docker socket access required for spawning additional containers
4Includes backup, Office, Talk, ClamAV - toggle in AIO interface
5For reverse proxy: set APACHE_PORT and SKIP_DOMAIN_VALIDATION
6Daily automatic backups to /mnt/docker-aio-config/backups

Quick Start

terminal

1# 1. Create the compose file
2cat > docker-compose.yml << 'EOF'
3services:
4  nextcloud-aio:
5    image: nextcloud/all-in-one:latest
6    container_name: nextcloud-aio
7    restart: unless-stopped
8    volumes:
9      - nextcloud_aio:/mnt/docker-aio-config
10      - /var/run/docker.sock:/var/run/docker.sock:ro
11    ports:
12      - "80:80"
13      - "8080:8080"
14      - "8443:8443"
15
16volumes:
17  nextcloud_aio:
18EOF
19
20# 2. Create the .env file
21cat > .env << 'EOF'
22# AIO manages everything automatically
23EOF
24
25# 3. Start the services
26docker compose up -d
27
28# 4. View logs
29docker 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/nextcloud-aio/run | bash

Troubleshooting

AIO interface shows 'Cannot connect to Docker daemon': Ensure Docker socket is properly mounted and Docker service is running
Initial setup fails with domain validation errors: Set SKIP_DOMAIN_VALIDATION environment variable for local testing or ensure DNS points to server
Collabora Office documents won't open: Check that sufficient memory is allocated and WOPI connections aren't blocked by firewall
Backup restoration fails with permission errors: Verify backup files are owned by correct user ID and backup volume is properly mounted
Nextcloud Talk calls fail to connect: Ensure required TURN server ports are open and properly configured in AIO interface
High memory usage with multiple services: Disable unused components like ClamAV or Talk in AIO interface if not needed

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