A minimalist, self-hosted PHP dashboard with dynamic backgrounds and quick-access links for your server.
Homepage is a simple, self-hosted PHP dashboard that serves as a personalized web interface for your server and frequently visited links. It displays a dynamic background image from Unsplash or custom sources alongside a customizable menu of shortcuts, creating a minimalist starting page for your online workflow.
Individuals and homelab enthusiasts who want a lightweight, self-hosted dashboard for quick access to server services and web links without relying on third-party services.
It offers complete control and privacy through self-hosting, requires minimal setup with just PHP and Apache, and provides a visually appealing, distraction-free interface that can run entirely offline if needed.
A simple, standalone, self-hosted PHP page that is your window to your server and the web.
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Automatically fetches royalty-free images from Unsplash every 20 seconds, providing a visually engaging interface without manual intervention, as detailed in the config options.
Setup involves editing a single JSON file for links, colors, and timers, making it accessible without deep coding knowledge, as shown in the config.sample.json example.
Integrates Mousetrap.js for unlock patterns and menu control, enhancing navigation efficiency for power users, with patterns customizable via config.
All assets are included locally, allowing the dashboard to function without internet, though background fetching requires connectivity, as noted in the README.
Demo API keys are rate-limited to 50 requests per hour, and upgrading can lead to key suspension, forcing users to adjust refresh rates or use custom sources, as warned in the README.
Relies on jQuery and Bootstrap, which are legacy technologies in modern web development, potentially complicating integration with newer tools or frameworks.
Lacks advanced dashboard features like widgets, analytics, or plugins, limiting its utility for users needing more than a basic link aggregator.