Manage your Gateway

Master the advanced features and configurations of your Ar.io Gateway. These comprehensive guides cover everything from performance optimization to content moderation, helping you run a professional-grade gateway infrastructure.

Gateway Management

Importing SQLite Database Snapshots

Learn how to import pre-synchronized database snapshots to quickly bootstrap your gateway and reduce initial sync time from weeks to hours.

Upgrading a Gateway

Step-by-step guide to safely upgrade your Ar.io Gateway to the latest version without losing data or progress.

Monitoring & Analytics

Monitoring with Grafana

Deploy and configure Grafana for comprehensive gateway monitoring, performance analytics, and operational insights.

Performance Optimization

Gateway Filters

Configure advanced filters to efficiently process and index only the data you need, optimizing performance and resource usage.

Setting Apex Domain Content

Customize your gateway's root domain to serve custom content, project information, or documentation instead of default network info.

x402 Payment Setup

Configure x402 payment protocol to monetize data egress with frictionless cryptocurrency payments and premium access tiers.

Content Management

Content Moderation

Implement content moderation policies using blocklisting and filtering to control what content your gateway serves.

Configuration Reference

Environment Variables Reference

Comprehensive reference for all Ar.io Gateway environment variables organized by service component.

Support & Troubleshooting

Gateway Troubleshooting & FAQ

Comprehensive troubleshooting guide and FAQ for common gateway issues, failed epoch guidance, and frequently asked questions.

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