Ollama Web Interface Management Guide

Starting the Web Interface

Method 1: Using the Management Script (Recommended)

Method 2: Manual Docker Compose

Method 3: Using the Full Setup Script (First Time)

🛑 Shutting Down the Web Interface

Method 1: Using the Management Script (Recommended)

Method 2: Manual Docker Compose

Method 3: Complete Cleanup (Nuclear Option)

Status Monitoring Commands

Common Troubleshooting

📁 Important File Locations

  • Configuration: ./docker-compose.yml
  • Management Scripts: ./manage.sh, ./setup.sh
  • Logs: Use docker-compose logs to view
  • Data Volumes: Defined in docker-compose.yml
  • Ollama Models: Usually in ~/.ollama/models/

💡 Best Practices

  1. Always use the management script for routine start/stop operations
  2. Backup your data before doing complete cleanups
  3. Monitor resource usage especially when running large models
  4. Keep Docker and Ollama updated for best performance
  5. Use specific model versions in production environments
  6. Regular health checks to ensure services are responsive