immich

Administer Immich Docker containers, logs, updates, and troubleshooting.

6|1|Updated Feb 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/L3DigitalNet/Claude-Code-Plugins --skill immich
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: immich
Source: https://github.com/L3DigitalNet/Claude-Code-Plugins/tree/main/plugins/linux-sysadmin/skills/immich
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/L3DigitalNet/Claude-Code-Plugins --skill immich

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the administration, backup, and maintenance of the Immich self-hosted photo and video management application, ensuring your precious memories are always accessible and secure.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • System Health Monitoring: Quickly check the status of all Immich Docker containers and their logs.
  • Backup & Restore: Facilitates database backups and provides guidance on backing up media storage.
  • Troubleshooting: Offers solutions for common issues like failed jobs, OOM errors, and upgrade problems.
  • Use Case: If your Immich web UI is showing errors after an update, use this Skill to check container statuses, review logs for the database and server, and identify potential migration failures.

Quick Start

Check the status of all Immich containers and view their logs.

Frequently Asked Questions about immich

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I check Immich Docker container status and logs for troubleshooting?

To troubleshoot Immich, check the Docker Compose container statuses and review logs for immich-server, immich-microservices, and the PostgreSQL database to identify common application failure modes.

How do I backup my self-hosted Immich photo library database?

Backup your self-hosted Immich photo library by facilitating PostgreSQL database backups and applying storage guidance for your media volumes to ensure your memories remain accessible and secure.

What should I do if the Immich web UI shows errors after a Docker update?

If the Immich web UI shows errors after an update, use Docker Compose to check container statuses and review server and database logs to identify potential migration failures or failed jobs.

Do I need Docker Compose to manage a self-hosted photo management stack?

Yes, administering a self-hosted photo management stack requires Docker Compose to manage multi-container applications, configure environment variables, and coordinate services like immich-server and immich-microservices.

How does the PostgreSQL pgvecto-rs extension work with Immich?

The PostgreSQL pgvecto-rs extension works with Immich by operating within the database container of the Docker Compose stack, enabling vector storage required for the self-hosted photo management application.