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Koha is a web-based, feature-rich integrated library system trusted by libraries worldwide. This Free Tier AMI is ideal for small to medium libraries and evaluation. Pre-installed and optimized for fast AWS deployment. Launch and configure Koha in minutes using our setup guide. Includes usage limits of 1,000 bibliographic records and 2,000 items, with upgrade options available.
Overview
Koha is a modern, web-based Integrated Library System (ILS) trusted by thousands of academic, public, and special libraries worldwide. This Free Tier edition provides a fully functional Koha environment, pre-installed on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS and optimized for rapid deployment in the AWS Cloud.
Designed for small to medium-sized libraries or institutions evaluating Koha, this AMI includes modules for cataloging, circulation, patron management, acquisitions, serials, and reporting. It supports key library standards such as MARC21, SIP2, and z39.50, and enables seamless integration with external cataloging and authentication systems.
The user interface is responsive, multilingual (20+ languages), and accessible from any modern web browser. A step-by-step setup guide is included to help you launch and configure your library system with minimal technical effort. You can have Koha up and running in under five minutes - no advanced system administration skills required.
Usage is limited to 1,000 bibliographic records and 2,000 item records, making this AMI ideal for pilot projects, training, or low-volume library environments. Libraries can use this Free Tier AMI as a starting point - begin with no cost, and upgrade to a paid edition later for unlimited records and additional features.
Highlights
- Cloud-ready: Pre-configured with the latest stable Koha release and optimized for fast, secure deployment on AWS. This AMI is secure, thoroughly tested, and production-ready.
- Free: Get started with Koha at no cost. This Free Tier AMI gives libraries full control over server costs - scale resources as needed or stop the server entirely during off-hours to minimize expenses.
- Easy setup: Our AMIs come with your Koha library instance pre-installed. Follow our step-by-step setup guide to configure your settings and your library will be live and in the cloud in less than five minutes. No technical expertise required.
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64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
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t3.micro AWS Free Tier Recommended | $0.00 |
t2.micro AWS Free Tier | $0.00 |
t3.small | $0.00 |
t3a.small | $0.00 |
t3.medium | $0.00 |
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64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
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An AMI is a virtual image that provides the information required to launch an instance. Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) instances are virtual servers on which you can run your applications and workloads, offering varying combinations of CPU, memory, storage, and networking resources. You can launch as many instances from as many different AMIs as you need.
Version release notes
We're pleased to announce that Koha AMI version 25.05.03 is now available on the AWS Marketplace. You can view the complete list of changes at https://koha-community.org/koha-25-05-03-released/Â .
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Usage instructions
For detailed usage instructions on how to configure and run the Koha Library System on AWS, please refer to our step-by-step guide: How to Deploy Koha Library System from AWS Marketplace with CloudFormation https://kohasupport.com/knowledge-base/how-to-deploy-koha-library-system-from-aws-marketplace-with-cloudformation/Â
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Koha is a modern, web-based, and feature-rich integrated library system trusted by thousands of libraries worldwide. Designed to streamline library operations, it offers modules for cataloging, circulation, acquisitions, serials management, interlibrary loaning, electronic resource management, and more.
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