goharbor/harbor

Feature Request: Simplify Installation with Docker Compose

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#22,539 opened on Nov 1, 2025

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Description

Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe. Harbor is a great container registry, but the current installation process using the bash script is cumbersome and lacks flexibility. For example, it doesn't easily support custom configurations or scaling without diving into complex setups.

Describe the solution you'd like Provide an official Docker Compose file for installation, ideally as a single or two-service setup (similar to alternatives like Docker Registry or Quay). This would make deployment quicker and more approachable for users.

Describe alternatives you've considered Sticking with the bash script, but modifying it manually, is error-prone and not ideal for production environments.

Additional context This would greatly improve accessibility for new users and align with common practices in the container ecosystem.

Contributor guide

Tech stack
docker
Domain
devops
Issue type
feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-2 days
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
fresh
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
clear
Prerequisites
DockerDocker Compose
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
60
Research direction
Examine the current installation script (e.g., make/install.sh or similar) to understand the services and dependencies. Then create a docker compose.yml that replicates the setup with minimal services. Review any feedback in the issue comments regarding preferences for single vs multi service. Validate the compose file against existing Harbor deployment documentation.