how to Install RabbitMQ on Ubuntu 22.04

RabbitMQ is an intermediary software that can be used to reduce system load to ensure your systems are always available. In this article, we’ll show you a step-by-step guide on how to install and configure a RabbitMQ Server on Ubuntu 22.04 to help you get up and running with this versatile software.

Step 1: Update System Packages

Open a terminal window by pressing `Ctrl + Alt + T`. Before installing RabbitMQ, it’s a good practice to update your system’s package list to make sure you have the latest information about available packages. Run the following command:

```bash

sudo apt update

```

Enter your password when prompted and wait for the update process to complete.

Step 2: Install RabbitMQ Server

To install RabbitMQ on Ubuntu, you can use the APT package manager. Run the following command to install RabbitMQ:

```bash

sudo apt install rabbitmq-server

```

You will be asked to confirm the installation. Type ‘Y’ and press ‘Enter’ to proceed.

Step 3: Start the RabbitMQ Service

Once RabbitMQ is installed, it’s not automatically started. To start the RabbitMQ service, use the following command:

```bash

sudo systemctl start rabbitmq-server

```

Step 4: Enable RabbitMQ Service on Boot

To ensure that RabbitMQ starts automatically when your system boots up, run the following command:

```bash

sudo systemctl enable rabbitmq-server

```

Step 5: Check the Status of RabbitMQ

You can verify that RabbitMQ is running by checking its status. Run this command:

```bash

sudo systemctl status rabbitmq-server

```

If RabbitMQ is running, you should see a message indicating that it’s active and running.

Step 6: Set Up RabbitMQ Management Plugin (Optional)

RabbitMQ comes with a web-based management interface that makes it easier to monitor and manage your RabbitMQ server. To enable this plugin, run the following commands:

```bash

sudo rabbitmq-plugins enable rabbitmq_management

sudo systemctl restart rabbitmq-server

```

Step 7: Access RabbitMQ Management Web Interface (Optional)

If you enabled the RabbitMQ management plugin, you can access the web interface by opening your web browser and navigating to the following URL:

```

http://localhost:15672/

```

Log in using the default credentials:

– Username: guest

– Password: guest

Please note that the default guest user can only be used for local access. For production use, you should create a secure user with appropriate permissions.

That’s it! You have successfully installed RabbitMQ on your Ubuntu 22.04 system. You can now start using RabbitMQ for message queuing and other purposes.