Getting Started

Licensing

Knocknoc licensing is based on the number of users, click here for more information.

Server Setup

Cloud or self-hosted, you need a Knocknoc server, and once you have it up and running you will be able to login to the admin panel and start configuration. For cloud users you should receive your URL and login details via the licensing portal. For self-hosted here is the self-hosted install guide.

Agent Installation

The agents perform the backend work of updating ACLs, you need at least one, even if it's on the same machine as Knocknoc server. Here is the agent install guide.

Backends and ACLs

Backends and ACLs work hand in hand to provide a pathway for your fine-tuned group access. Here are the guides for currently supported backends. And here are the guides for basic ACL configuration.

Groups and Authentication

Groups need to be created locally in the admin portal, however users can be assigned either locally or via the SAML or LDAP authentication steps. We recommend SAML where possible, as it is the most secure option for many people. Here are the authentication guides and the group setup guide.

Test it out!

That first time you login and works feels like magic. We can't wait for you to enjoy using Knocknoc every day.

Roll it out to your users

Once everything is ready, you need to then need to demonstrate or document the steps for your users, and away you go.

Monitor and Manage

Knocknoc can stream metrics using GELF, and can supply regular exports of user activity.