📦 Installation Command
curl -L https://install.meilisearch.com | sh
Meilisearch Default Port & Configuration
meilisearch systemctl: meilisearch (if installed as service)Lightning-fast search engine. Typo-tolerant, instant search for end-users.
🔌 Default Port
7700
tcp
HTTP API
⚙️ Configuration Files
/etc/meilisearch.toml (if configured)
📂 Default Directories
- config:
CLI flags or env vars - data:
./meili_data or --db-path - logs:
stdout/journald - dumps:
./dumps
🔐 Default Credentials
Username:N/A (uses API keys)
Password:Master key (set at startup)
💡 Set MEILI_MASTER_KEY env var or --master-key flag. Without it, no auth required!
⚠️ Conflicts
✅ Works With
🛡️ Security Notes
ALWAYS set master key in production, use API keys for different access levels, enable TLS
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What port does Meilisearch use?
Meilisearch uses port 7700 for its HTTP API by default.
Meilisearch vs Elasticsearch?
Meilisearch is simpler with instant typo-tolerant search. Elasticsearch is more powerful for large datasets.
How to configure Meilisearch?
Use environment variables or config file. Set MEILI_MASTER_KEY for security.