Update Script

update-authgate.sh

The update script safely updates your Authgate installation to a new version while keeping all your data intact.

What Gets Updated

All Authgate code and features
Database structure (if needed)

What Stays Safe

Your users and licenses
Your configuration settings
Your SSL certificate
All uploaded files

How to Update

Transfer the new Authgate version to your server:


scp authgate-selfhosted-v1.8.0.tar.gz [email protected]:/tmp/

Windows users: Use WinSCP to transfer files to your server.

Run the update script from the new version, pointing it to your existing installation:


# Unpack the tarball
cd /tmp
tar -xzf authgate-selfhosted-v1.8.0.tar.gz
cd authgate-selfhosted-v1.8.0
 
# Run the update script
sudo ./scripts/update-authgate.sh /path/to/your/existing/authgate

Wait for the update to complete (usually 2-5 minutes)

What Happens During Update

The script will:

Stop your Authgate temporarily
Create a backup of your data (just in case)
Install the new version
Update your database if needed
Start everything back up

Your Authgate will be offline for a few minutes during the update.

After Update

Once the update finishes, visit your Authgate URL to make sure everything works. The script keeps a backup in case you need to revert - you can delete it once you’re happy everything is working.