Quick Start Guide

Step 1: Download

Get the latest release from the GitHub Releases page. Download chatserver.exe and OwnCord.Client.exe.

Step 2: Run the Server

Run chatserver.exe. On first run it generates config.yaml with sensible defaults and a self-signed TLS certificate. The server starts on https://0.0.0.0:8443.

Step 3: Admin Setup

Open https://localhost:8443/admin in a browser. The first registered user with the Owner role can manage the server.

Step 4: Create Invites

In the admin panel, go to invite management and generate invite codes for your friends.

Step 5: Connect Clients

Friends run OwnCord.Client.exe, enter your server address (IP or domain + port 8443), and redeem their invite code to register.

Networking

If friends are outside your local network, see the Port Forwarding Guide or use Tailscale for zero-config networking.

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