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The CaseBender Desktop Installer is the easiest way to deploy CaseBender on your local machine. It handles Docker setup, configuration, and service management automatically.

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Download Installer

The installer automatically detects your system and configures CaseBender with optimal settings.
For Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) and Intel Macs

DMG Installer (Apple Silicon)

Recommended for M1/M2/M3 Macs

DMG Installer (Intel)

For Intel-based Macs
Installation:
  1. Download the DMG file for your Mac
  2. Open the DMG and drag CaseBender Installer to Applications
  3. Launch from Applications folder
  4. If prompted about unidentified developer, right-click and select “Open”

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System Requirements

ComponentMinimumRecommended
RAM8 GB16 GB
Disk Space10 GB20 GB
Docker20.10+Latest
OSmacOS 10.15+, Windows 10+, Ubuntu 20.04+Latest LTS
Docker Desktop must be installed and running before using the CaseBender Installer. The installer will guide you through Docker installation if it’s not detected.

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Features

One-Click Deploy

Deploy CaseBender with a single click. No command line required.

Auto Configuration

Automatically generates secure credentials and SSL certificates.

Service Management

Start, stop, and monitor all CaseBender services from a unified dashboard.

Easy Updates

Update to the latest version with one click.

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What Gets Installed

The installer deploys the following services:
  • CaseBender Web App - Main application (port 3000)
  • PostgreSQL - Database (port 5433)
  • Redis - Cache and message queue (port 6379)
  • Workflow Processor - Background job processing (port 3001)
  • MISP Processor - Threat intelligence integration (port 3002)
  • MinIO - Object storage for attachments (ports 9000, 9090)
  • Nginx - SSL termination and reverse proxy (ports 80, 443)

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First Launch

After installation:
  1. Start Docker Desktop - Ensure Docker is running
  2. Launch the Installer - Open CaseBender Installer
  3. Click “Install” - The installer will pull images and configure services
  4. Access CaseBender - Open https://local.casebender.com in your browser

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Default Credentials

Username: admin@casebender.app
Password: secret1234
Change these credentials immediately after your first login for security.

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Troubleshooting

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Docker Not Found

If the installer can’t find Docker:
  1. Install Docker Desktop
  2. Start Docker Desktop
  3. Wait for Docker to fully initialize (green icon in system tray)
  4. Restart the CaseBender Installer

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Port Conflicts

If you see port conflict errors:
  1. Check which application is using the port: lsof -i :PORT (macOS/Linux) or netstat -ano | findstr :PORT (Windows)
  2. Stop the conflicting application
  3. Retry the installation

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macOS Gatekeeper Warning

If macOS blocks the app:
  1. Right-click (or Control+click) on the app
  2. Select “Open” from the context menu
  3. Click “Open” in the dialog

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Windows SmartScreen

If Windows blocks the installer:
  1. Click “More info”
  2. Click “Run anyway”

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Manual Installation

If you prefer manual installation or need more control, see the Quickstart Guide for Docker Compose setup instructions.

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All Releases

View all available versions and release notes on our GitHub Releases page.