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Libki
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Libki
Free
Free open-source kiosk management system; download, install, and use freely
Read 5 Oct 2026 · libki.org
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- Access controls
- With SIP2 single sign-on, access can be restricted using patron status flags, fees, age groups, and other configured fields.manual.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Administration
- Administrators can manage users and session time, message or ban users, and monitor which client computers are in use or available through a web interface.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Audience
- Libki is positioned for controlled public-access computing, including libraries and school computer laboratories.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Client behavior
- The client shows remaining time, lets users log off early, and can be configured to log off the operating system or reboot when a session ends.manual.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Client platforms
- The client runs on Windows and Linux; the maker says Windows has an installer and other operating systems require compiling from source.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Data retention
- Administrators can configure history anonymization and retention, and automatic deletion of inactive users; leaving the retention settings empty keeps data indefinitely.manual.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Deployment
- The server is self-hosted; the manual recommends Debian Linux, Ubuntu Server, or Docker and says the Docker image requires a separate database server.manual.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- Libki supports SIP2 and LDAP single sign-on; its manual describes SIP2 configuration for Koha and Evergreen hold notifications.manual.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Print management
- Libki can provide print management for controlled clients or through file uploads to the server.manual.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Libki manages time-limited computer access, reservations, and sessions on a network, for settings such as libraries and school computer labs.manual.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Reservations
- Users can access computers first-come-first-served, by reservation, or through a combination of both.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Security
- The server does not have native SSL support; the manual recommends using a reverse proxy that supports SSL termination.manual.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
- Support
- The maker directs users to mailing lists, documentation, and GitHub issue trackers; it also says support or development services may be purchased, without listing prices.libki.org · read 5 Oct 2026
