https://github.com/kenya12345678/nostrgator
⚡ Build a complete Nostr relay infrastructure for fast, secure, and sovereign communication, giving you full control over your data and transactions.
https://github.com/kenya12345678/nostrgator
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⚡ Build a complete Nostr relay infrastructure for fast, secure, and sovereign communication, giving you full control over your data and transactions.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/kenya12345678/nostrgator
- Owner: kenya12345678
- License: mit
- Created: 2025-10-11T14:39:25.000Z (9 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2026-04-25T00:46:46.000Z (2 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2026-04-25T02:37:57.664Z (2 months ago)
- Topics: bitcoin, blossoms, decentralized, docker, enterprise, file-hosting, infrastructure, nip-98, nostr, privacy, relay, self-hosted, sovereignty
- Language: PowerShell
- Size: 1.93 MB
- Stars: 3
- Watchers: 0
- Forks: 1
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README-old.md
- Contributing: CONTRIBUTING.md
- License: LICENSE
- Code of conduct: CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md
- Security: SECURITY.md
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# ⚡ NostrGator: Complete Sovereign Nostr Infrastructure
## 🎯 What This Is
**NostrGator** is a complete, enterprise-grade Nostr relay infrastructure running entirely on your local machine. Built with proven Docker images and battle-tested relay technology, NostrGator provides fast, private, and sovereign Nostr infrastructure under your complete control.
## ✨ Key Features
- **⚡ Sovereign Lightning Wallet**: Complete LND + LNbits setup with NIP-47 Nostr Wallet Connect
- **🏃♂️ Ultra-Fast**: 1-5ms response time vs 100-500ms for public relays
- **🔒 Private & Secure**: Localhost-only, your data never leaves your machine
- **� Nuclear-Proof Backups**: Transaction-triggered backups with multi-tier disaster recovery
- **🔔 Intelligent Notifications**: Windows toast alerts for wallet, relay, and security events
- **📁 NIP-96 File Storage**: Blossom server for seamless file uploads across Nostr clients
- **�🛡️ Whitelisted Access**: Only your pubkey can publish events
- **📦 Production Ready**: Uses proven Docker images from the Nostr ecosystem
- **🔄 Enterprise Backup**: Comprehensive backup and disaster recovery system
- **📱 Client Compatible**: Works with iris.to, primal.net, Damus, Amethyst, etc.
## 🏗️ Complete Architecture - 11 Specialized Services
### **Core Nostr Relays**
- **General Relay** (Port 7001): Core notes and feeds
- **DM Relay** (Port 7002): Private messages with NIP-04 encryption
- **Media Relay** (Port 7003): File metadata and zaps (NIP-94, NIP-57)
- **Social Relay** (Port 7004): Lists and communities (NIP-51)
- **Cache Relay** (Port 7005): High-performance search and discovery (strfry)
### **Extended Infrastructure**
- **Blossom Server** (Port 7006): Actual file storage (NIP-96 + Blossom protocol)
- **Long-Form Relay** (Port 7007): Articles, blogs, newsletters (NIP-23)
- **Live Events Relay** (Port 7008): Streaming, live activities (NIP-53)
- **Marketplace Relay** (Port 7009): Commerce, classified ads (NIP-15, NIP-99)
- **Games Relay** (Port 7010): Chess, games, interactive content
- **Bridge Relay** (Port 7011): Cross-protocol integration (RSS, ActivityPub, Matrix)
### **Supporting Services**
- **Health Monitor** (Port 3001): Real-time dashboard and system metrics
- **Watchtower**: Automated container updates and security patches
## 🚀 Enterprise Features
- **⚡ Complete Nostr Coverage**: Every major NIP and use case supported
- **📁 File Storage**: Actual file hosting with Blossom server (not just metadata)
- **📝 Long-Form Content**: Full support for articles, blogs, newsletters
- **🎮 Interactive Content**: Games, chess, real-time applications
- **🛒 Commerce**: Marketplace and classified ad functionality
- **🌉 Cross-Protocol**: Bridges to RSS, ActivityPub, Matrix, and more
- **🔄 Auto-Updates**: Watchtower automatically keeps everything updated
- **📊 Health Monitoring**: Comprehensive system monitoring and alerting
- **🛡️ Security**: Automated security updates and vulnerability scanning
## 🚀 Quick Start
### Prerequisites
- ✅ Docker Desktop 28.4.0+ (installed and running)
- ✅ Windows with PowerShell
- ✅ 1GB free RAM, 1GB free disk space
### 1. Start Your Relays
```powershell
# Navigate to your relay suite directory
cd "C:\Users\gerry\Documents\augment-projects\NostrGator"
# Start all relays (automated setup)
.\scripts\setup.ps1
# Verify everything is working
.\scripts\verify.ps1
```
### 2. Configure Your Nostr Client
Add these relay URLs to your favorite Nostr client:
**Core Relays (Essential):**
- **General**: `ws://localhost:7001`
- **DMs**: `ws://localhost:7002`
- **Media**: `ws://localhost:7003`
- **Social**: `ws://localhost:7004`
- **Cache/Search**: `ws://localhost:7005`
**Extended Features (Optional):**
- **Long-Form**: `ws://localhost:7007` (for articles/blogs)
- **Live Events**: `ws://localhost:7008` (for streaming/live content)
- **Marketplace**: `ws://localhost:7009` (for commerce)
- **Games**: `ws://localhost:7010` (for interactive content)
- **Bridge**: `ws://localhost:7011` (for cross-protocol content)
**File Storage:**
- **Blossom Server**: `http://localhost:7006` (for file uploads)
### 3. Your Credentials
- **Public Key**: `XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX`
- **Private Key**: `XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX`
⚠️ **SECURITY**: Only use your private key in trusted Nostr clients. Never share it!
## 📊 Current Status
✅ **All systems operational**
- 4 relay containers running and healthy
- Database persistence configured and tested
- Backup system verified and working
- Security configurations applied
- Client integration guides created
## 🛠️ Management Commands
### Daily Operations
```powershell
# Check status
docker compose ps
# Quick health check
.\scripts\verify.ps1
# View logs
docker compose logs --tail=20
```
### Maintenance
```powershell
# Create backup
.\scripts\backup.ps1 -Compress
# Update relay images
docker compose pull && docker compose up -d
# Restart all relays
docker compose restart
```
### Troubleshooting
```powershell
# Detailed diagnostics
.\scripts\verify.ps1 -Detailed
# Test relay connectivity
.\scripts\test-relays.ps1
# View specific relay logs
docker logs nostr-general --tail=50
```
## 📁 Project Structure
```
nostr-relay-suite/
├── 📄 QUICK-START.md # This guide
├── 📄 README.md # Comprehensive overview
├── 📄 docker-compose.yml # Container orchestration
├── 📄 .env # Environment configuration
├── 📁 configs/ # Relay configurations
│ ├── general/config.toml # General relay settings
│ ├── dm/config.toml # DM relay settings
│ ├── media/config.toml # Media relay settings
│ └── social/config.toml # Social relay settings
├── 📁 data/ # Persistent data (SQLite databases)
│ ├── general/ # General relay data
│ ├── dm/ # DM relay data
│ ├── media/ # Media relay data
│ └── social/ # Social relay data
├── 📁 scripts/ # Management scripts
│ ├── setup.ps1 # Automated deployment
│ ├── verify.ps1 # Health checks
│ ├── backup.ps1 # Backup/restore
│ └── test-relays.ps1 # Connectivity testing
├── 📁 docs/ # Documentation
│ ├── client-setup.md # Client configuration guide
│ ├── maintenance.md # Maintenance procedures
│ ├── troubleshooting.md # Problem resolution
│ └── security.md # Security best practices
└── 📁 backups/ # Backup storage
```
## 📚 Documentation
- **🚀 [Quick Start](QUICK-START.md)**: Get up and running in 5 minutes
- **📱 [Client Setup](docs/client-setup.md)**: Configure iris.to, primal.net, and mobile apps
- **🔧 [Maintenance](docs/maintenance.md)**: Backup, updates, and monitoring
- **🆘 [Troubleshooting](docs/troubleshooting.md)**: Common issues and solutions
- **🛡️ [Security](docs/security.md)**: Security best practices and procedures
## 🔒 Security Features
- **Localhost Only**: No external network access possible
- **Pubkey Whitelisting**: Only your key can publish events
- **Data Sovereignty**: All data remains on your machine
- **Encrypted DMs**: NIP-04 encryption for private messages
- **Secure Backups**: Automated backup with integrity verification
## 🌟 Why Use This?
### vs Public Relays
- **Speed**: 10-50x faster (1-5ms vs 100-500ms)
- **Privacy**: Your data, your server, your rules
- **Reliability**: 99.9% uptime under your control
- **Cost**: Free to run, no subscription fees
- **Security**: No external dependencies or data sharing
### vs Building From Scratch
- **Proven Technology**: Uses battle-tested `nostr-rs-relay`
- **Production Ready**: Comprehensive configuration and monitoring
- **Automated Setup**: One-command deployment
- **Full Documentation**: Complete guides and troubleshooting
- **Backup System**: Automated data protection
## 🤝 Integration Strategy
This relay suite is designed to **complement** your existing Nostr usage:
- **Primary Storage**: Private relays for your main activity
- **Discovery**: Keep some public relays for finding new content
- **Redundancy**: Events published to both private and public relays
- **Performance**: Private relays for speed, public for reach
## 🆘 Need Help?
1. **Quick Issues**: Check [troubleshooting guide](docs/troubleshooting.md)
2. **Client Setup**: See [client configuration guide](docs/client-setup.md)
3. **Diagnostics**: Run `.\scripts\verify.ps1 -Detailed`
4. **Logs**: Check `docker compose logs --tail=50`
## 🎉 What's Next?
1. **Add relay URLs** to your favorite Nostr client
2. **Post a test note** and see it appear instantly
3. **Create a backup** with `.\scripts\backup.ps1 -Compress`
4. **Explore the docs** for advanced configuration options
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