July 17, 2025

Synology WordPress 6.8.2

On July 15, 2025, WordPress 6.8.2 was released to the public. This version is available for “download” from wordpress.org and not in the Synology Package Center. So, if you want to download and install WordPress 6.8.2 on your Synology NAS, you have to follow my step by step guide on how to manually update a new version ...
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July 16, 2025

Synology: Pi-hole Docker Version V6 2025.07.1

On July 15, 2025, the Pi-hole team released version 6.1.4 of their core product, Docker version 2025.07.1 being the latest version for Docker. You can install it for free on your Synology NAS using my handy guides. Pi-hole is a Linux network-level advertisement and Internet tracker blocking application which acts as a DNS sinkhole, and optionally ...
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July 15, 2025

How to Install n8n on Your UGREEN NAS

n8n (pronounced n-eight-n) helps you to interconnect every app with an API in the world with each other to share and manipulate its data without a single line of code. It is an easy to use, user-friendly and highly customizable service, which uses an intuitive user interface for you to design your unique workflows very ...
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July 14, 2025

How to Install Mail-Archiver on Your Synology NAS

Mail-Archiver is an open-source web app that archives, searches, and exports emails from multiple IMAP accounts. It automatically saves incoming and outgoing emails with attachments, syncs folder structures, and supports mailbox migration. A powerful search feature helps find emails quickly, while bulk export to PDF or PST aids backups and compliance. The intuitive dashboard manages … Read more about How to Install Mail-Archiver on Your Synology NAS

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July 13, 2025

How to Install SparkyFitness on Your Synology NAS

SparkyFitness is an open-source, AI-powered, self-hosted fitness app for families, prioritizing privacy. It tracks nutrition, exercise, water intake, and health metrics like weight and waist size. Features include daily progress, goal setting, trend charts with CSV export, and food data integration from OpenFoodFacts, Nutritionix, or FatSecret. It supports family sharing, mobile-friendly access, and an optional … Read more about How to Install SparkyFitness on Your Synology NAS

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July 13, 2025

How to Install ComposeToolbox on Your Synology NAS

ComposeToolbox is a self-hostable web application that allows users to edit, validate, and get suggestions for their docker-compose.yml files. It has a fully featured code editor as well as a configuration panel that breaks down what exactly the compose file does. In this step by step guide I will show you how to install ComposeToolbox on ...
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July 12, 2025

mariushosting Bluesky Community at Over 800+ Members

A while back, I shared that mariushosting joined Bluesky, a platform where we can dive into our favorite tech talks. Everyone has their preferred social spots—whether it’s the community feel, the interface, or the way we connect—and I wanted to meet my NAS enthusiasts wherever they’re most active. Bluesky has become a great hub for ...
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July 11, 2025

UGREEN NAS: How to Create Docker Shortcuts on Desktop

Setting up and managing Docker containers on your UGREEN NAS can significantly enhance its functionality, allowing you to run a wide range of applications efficiently. However, accessing these containers often involves navigating through the NAS or Portainer interface which can be time-consuming. By creating desktop shortcuts for your Docker containers, you can streamline access to … Read more about UGREEN NAS: How to Create Docker Shortcuts on Desktop

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July 10, 2025

How to Install Gitea on Your UGREEN NAS

Gitea is a free, open-source, self-hosted Git service designed as a lightweight and user-friendly alternative to platforms like GitHub or GitLab. It provides a platform for hosting Git repositories, along with features for code review, team collaboration, and CI/CD. Essentially, it’s a complete DevOps platform for managing software development projects. In this step by step ...
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July 9, 2025

How to Install Kuvasz on Your Synology NAS

Kuvasz (pronounced [ˈkuvɒs]) is an open-source, self-hosted uptime and SSL monitoring service built in Kotlin, designed to ensure the reliability of websites and services. Named after an ancient Hungarian breed of livestock and guard dog, Kuvasz offers a robust, user-friendly solution for monitoring HTTP(S) availability, performance, and SSL certificate validity. It features a modern, responsive ...
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