FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to the admin-boil FAQ section. Find answers to commonly asked questions about installation, features, and troubleshooting.

admin-boil is a powerful boilerplate for creating admin dashboards in Next.js projects. It comes with built-in support for modern tools like ShadCN UI, TypeScript, TanStack Tables, and PostgreSQL, offering beautiful charts, real-time analytics, and full customization options.

🚀 How do I install admin-boil?

Purchase a Plan: Choose a plan that fits your needs on the Pricing Page.
Run the CLI: Open your terminal and run:
npm install npx admin-boil@latest init
Enter Credentials: Provide your email and API key when prompted.
Configure Databases: Set up Redis on Upstash and PostgreSQL on Neon, then update your .env file.
Run the App: Finally, start your project using:
npm install npm run dev

🔑 What is the difference between the Basic and Pro plans?

Basic Plan:
- Access to core dashboard features
- Limited customization options
- Lifetime license
Pro Plan:
- Full customization support
- Advanced charts and analytics
- Priority support
- Lifetime license

📊 Does admin-boil support the Next.js App Router?

Yes, admin-boil fully supports the Next.js App Router with optimized page routing and server components for better performance.

🔐 Is my data secure with admin-boil?

Absolutely! admin-boil prioritizes data security with:

Encrypted API keys
Secure database connections using Neon and Upstash
No third-party tracking without consent

💡 Can I customize the dashboard design?

Yes! admin-boil offers full design flexibility with ShadCN UI and Tailwind CSS. You can customize:

Themes and Colors
Layouts and Components
Charts and Tables

🛠️ Troubleshooting

The CLI isn't working properly. What should I do?

Ensure you have the latest version of Node.js installed.
Verify your API key and email during the CLI setup.
Run the command again:

npm install   npx admin-boil@latest init

My charts aren't loading. How can I fix this?

Check if your analytics database is correctly linked.
Ensure the API key is correctly set in the .env file.
Verify if the data source for the charts is active.

❓ Need Further Help?

If you still have questions or issues, feel free to:

Visit our Support Page
Join our Discord Community for real-time assistance
Reach out via Email Support at support@admin-boil.dev

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