Enigma 1/2 BBS

Self-Hosted

Modern self-hosted Bulletin Board System (BBS) for retro community interaction

Overview

Enigma 1/2 BBS revives the classic BBS experience with modern tech, letting you host text-based communities for discussions, file sharing, and retro gaming. It supports ANSI art, message boards, chat rooms, and legacy protocols like Telnet/SSH. Deploy via Docker for quick setup or manual installation on Linux/macOS; customize with themes and plugins. Ideal for niche groups wanting private, ad-free spaces to connect without relying on big social platforms.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  enigma_1_2_bbs:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: enigma-1-2-bbs
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Classic BBS experience with modern infrastructure
ANSI art support & retro gaming integration
Telnet/SSH access & Docker deployment option

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Enigma 1/2 BBS hard to install?

Installation is simple with Docker (one-line command) or manual setup on Linux/macOS. Documentation provides clear steps, though basic server knowledge helps for customization.

? Is it a good alternative to modern social platforms like Reddit?

Yes—for niche communities wanting a private, ad-free space without algorithmic feeds. It focuses on text-based interaction and retro charm, unlike Reddit’s mainstream features.

? Is Enigma 1/2 BBS completely free?

Yes! It’s open-source under the MIT License, so you can download, self-host, and modify it at no cost.

Top Alternatives

Reddit (proprietary social forum) Search Google

Discord (proprietary chat platform) Search Google

vBulletin (proprietary forum software) Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Communication - Social Networks and Forums

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data control (self-hosted privacy)
⊕ No subscription or ad fees
⊕ Blends retro nostalgia with modern reliability

Cons

⊖ Text-heavy interface may alienate modern users
⊖ Requires basic server administration skills
⊖ Limited default support for modern media (images/videos)