Getting Started with A2: Preparation

Getting Started with A2: Preparation

A2 is available in two versions:

• A2 Cloud: Cloud service
• A2 CE (Community Edition): On-premises

This guide will walk you through the setup and initialization process for each version.

A2 Cloud

A2 Cloud is a cloud-based service that allows for quick and easy startup.

How to Apply

1. Apply through the Free Trial Application page.
   Note: You must apply using a work email address.
2. After applying, your cloud service will be created following a review process within 1-2 business days. Access information will be sent to your registered email.
3. Setup is complete once you access the cloud app address provided in the email.

We are currently offering a 2-week free trial, during which you can use the A2 Community Edition without limitations.

A2 CE (Community Edition)

A2 CE is a version that can be run in an on-premises environment.

Requirements

• Platform: Linux Architecture: x86_64 (arm64 support coming soon)
• Docker Engine and Docker Compose
• (Recommended) Persistent Storage mounting

Installation and Execution

• Create a docker-compose.yml file:
  

---
services:
  a2:
    image: "[Contact A2 representative for details]"
    ports:
      - 80:8000
    volumes:
      - ./data:/data

• Run the container:

$> docker-compose up -d

• Access A2-ADM (Advertising Manager):
  • Open http://localhost in your browser

You are now ready to use A2.

• For the next steps, please refer to Getting Started with A2
• For A2 Enterprise On-Premise Solutions, please check here
• If you have any questions, please contact us through:
  • Email: a2support@aiderx.io
  • Slack: A2 Cloud Support Hub

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