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Systemd Config Generator

Q: Where should I place the generated .service file?

Place your service file in /etc/systemd/system/ directory. After copying, run sudo systemctl daemon-reload to reload the configuration.

Q: What's the difference between service types?

Simple: foreground programs (web apps). Forking: traditional daemons. Oneshot: scripts that run once. Notify: apps that signal readiness to systemd.

Q: How do I start my service after installation?

After daemon-reload, run sudo systemctl enable your-service for auto-start on boot, then sudo systemctl start your-service to start immediately.

Create properly formatted systemd service files for your applications. Generate, download, and deploy with confidence. Free online tool for Linux system administrators.

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Service Configuration

Service Name *

Name for your service (without .service extension)

User

User to run the service (default: root)

Description *

Brief description of what this service does

Executable Path *

Full path to the executable and any arguments

Working Directory

Directory to run the service from

Group

Group to run the service as

Service Type

How systemd should handle the service

Restart Policy

When to restart the service

Environment Variables

One environment variable per line (KEY=value)

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What is systemd?

systemd is the default init system and service manager for most modern Linux distributions including Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS, and Fedora. It manages system services, handles boot processes, and controls service dependencies.

Our Systemd Config Generator creates properly formatted .service files that systemd uses to manage your applications.

Common systemd Unit Types

Simple

Process runs in foreground. Most common type for web apps and APIs.

Forking

Process forks to background. Used for traditional daemons.

Oneshot

Runs once and exits. Perfect for initialization scripts.

Notify

Service notifies systemd when ready. Used by advanced applications.

What This Systemd Config Generator Creates

Valid Service File

Properly formatted systemd unit file with correct syntax

Download Ready

Ready to save and deploy to /etc/systemd/system/

Installation Instructions

Complete systemctl commands for deployment

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I have to create an account first?

No account required. This tool is completely free with no signup. Fill out the form, generate your service file, and download instantly. Nothing is stored on our servers.

Q: Do you keep my generated service files?

No, we do not store generated files. Everything processes in your browser. Your .service file downloads directly to your device without server storage.

Q: Where should I place the generated .service file?

Place your service file in /etc/systemd/system/ directory. After copying, run sudo systemctl daemon-reload to reload the configuration.

Q: What's the difference between service types?

Simple: foreground programs (web apps). Forking: traditional daemons. Oneshot: scripts that run once. Notify: apps that signal readiness to systemd.

Q: How do I start my service after installation?

After daemon-reload, run sudo systemctl enable your-service for auto-start on boot, then sudo systemctl start your-service to start immediately.

Q: Can I edit the generated file?

Yes, the generated file is a starting point. Customize it for your needs. Check systemd documentation for advanced options like resource limits, sandboxing, and dependency management.