Installation Options
- Hosted Version
- Self-Hosted
The simplest way to use Open Politics is through our hosted platform:
- Register at open-politics.org
- Log in to access your personal dashboard
- Begin using the platform with pre-loaded data
Currently in beta with limited registration. Contact us at engage@open-politics.org for access.
Configuration
Environment Variables
Key variables in the .env file:| Variable | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
PORT | Port for the web server | 3000 |
FIRST_SUPERUSER | Admin username | app_user |
FIRST_SUPERUSER_PASSWORD | Admin password | app_user_password |