Prepare / Install local TYPO3 project
Setting up your local TYPO3 project requires a few simple steps. This chapter will guide you through preparing your development environment, installing TYPO3, and getting ready to build your first website.
The rest of the Getting Started guide assumes that TYPO3 has been installed locally using DDEV and Composer, as described here.
If you prefer a to use a different installation method (for example, manual installation on a server), see the full TYPO3 installation guide.
Using DDEV
Learn how to install, update, and manage DDEV to run your TYPO3 projects locally.
Installing TYPO3 with DDEV
Follow a quick and simple guide to install TYPO3 locally using DDEV, Docker, and Composer.
Setting up TYPO3 after installation
Complete TYPO3 setup by creating an admin user and configuring initial options.
Choosing a TYPO3 version
Find out which TYPO3 version to start with and where to get it.
Keeping TYPO3 up to date
Learn about TYPO3 update cycles and how to keep your installation secure and up to date.
Deploying TYPO3 to a server
Learn how to move your TYPO3 project from your local DDEV environment to a live web server.
Advanced installation topics
Application context
Use the TYPO3 application context to manage different settings for development, testing, and production.
System Requirements
If you want to install TYPO3 manually or deploy to a production server, check the full system requirements for PHP, database, and web server.
Tuning TYPO3
Learn how to configure, optimize, and fine-tune the infrastructure running TYPO3 for better performance and scalability.