Kamctl - Kamailio SIP Server Management Commands

Manage your Kamailio SIP server with kamctl commands. Learn to add users, reload config, view stats, and more for efficient SIP server administration.

Kamctl - Kamailio SIP Server Management

Kamailio Command-Line Management with Kamctl

Kamctl is a powerful command-line interface tool designed for managing and configuring the Kamailio SIP server. It provides a streamlined way for administrators to perform essential tasks related to user management, server status, and configuration updates without needing to directly interact with configuration files or the server process in complex ways.

Core Kamctl Commands for SIP Server Administration

Below are some of the most frequently used kamctl commands that are essential for the day-to-day administration of a Kamailio SIP server. These commands cover user management, configuration reloads, and status checks.

# kamailio (commands for managing the SIP server)
# Command-line tools for managing and configuring a Kamailio SIP server.

# Reload the Kamailio configuration without restarting the server
kamctl fifo cfg_reload

# Add a new SIP user into the Kamailio database
kamctl add username password

# Remove a SIP user from the Kamailio database
kamctl rm username

# Show the list of active registered SIP users
kamctl ul show

# Check the current status and statistics of SIP server
kamctl stats

# Get detailed server statistics filtered by a keyword
kamctl stats get keyword

# Start Kamailio SIP server
kamailio -f /etc/kamailio/kamailio.cfg -D -E

# Stop Kamailio SIP server gracefully
kamctl stop

# Monitor Kamailio log file in real-time (assuming default log path)
tail -f /var/log/kamailio.log

# Display Kamailio version
kamailio -v

Advanced Kamailio Server Operations

Beyond basic user management, kamctl and related kamailio commands allow for deeper insights and control over the SIP server's operation. This includes starting and stopping the service, monitoring logs, and verifying the server version.

External Resources for Kamailio Management

For comprehensive understanding and advanced configurations, refer to the official Kamailio documentation and related resources. These links provide in-depth guides and community support.