How to use separate server profiles

This guide shows you how to use a second API server without redirecting existing pairing credentials.

In a POSIX shell, select a new profile before pairing:

export BOTPAGER_CONFIG="$HOME/.botpager/local.json"
export BOTPAGER_API_URL="http://127.0.0.1:8787"
botpager pair --name "Local development"

Use the phone app configured for the same backend. A physical phone cannot reach a computer through the phone’s own localhost; configure a mutually reachable backend address for device testing.

Send a test message:

botpager send "Testing the separate profile"

Return to your default profile:

unset BOTPAGER_CONFIG BOTPAGER_API_URL BOTPAGER_DEVICE
botpager status

Each profile retains its own destinations and default. Keep the shared computer identity intact. See About pairing and credentials.