Server Compass Blog
Guides, tutorials, and release notes for the self-hosted generation.
Mar 24, 2026
50 New One-Click Deploy Templates: From AI Tools to Media ServersDeploy 50 new self-hosted apps including AnythingLLM, Plex, Affine, Dashy, and Pi-hole with one click. Server Compass now ships 247 templates total.
Mar 22, 2026
Use Your Existing Nginx or Caddy Reverse Proxy with Server CompassKeep your existing Nginx, Caddy, or CloudPanel reverse proxy while using Server Compass for Docker app deployment. Auto-detection, config generation, and one-click CloudPanel migration.
Mar 13, 2026
Stop Googling Database Commands: Auto-Generate CLI and cURL in One ClickTired of searching for the right MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB command syntax? Server Compass auto-detects your database and generates ready-to-use CLI commands and cURL requests instantly.
Mar 11, 2026
Server Snapshots: One-File Disaster Recovery for Your Entire VPS SetupExport your entire server configuration — Docker stacks, databases, domains, cron jobs — to a single encrypted .scz file. Restore to the same server or migrate to a new one.
Mar 11, 2026
How to Create a robots.txt File for the AI Era (2026 Guide)Learn how to generate robots.txt files that control both search engine crawlers and AI bots like GPTBot, ClaudeBot, and Perplexity. Complete guide with examples, directives, and a free robots.txt generator tool.
Mar 10, 2026
Sync Your Server Compass Data Across Devices with End-to-End EncryptionPush and pull your Server Compass configuration across Mac, Windows, and Linux using your own S3-compatible storage with end-to-end encryption and conflict detection.
Mar 6, 2026
Deploy Docker Containers to VPS Without Kubernetes (Simple Guide)Learn how to deploy Docker containers to your VPS without the complexity of Kubernetes. This comprehensive guide covers Docker installation, Dockerfile creation, Docker Compose, Traefik reverse proxy, and container management for production workloads.
Mar 6, 2026
The True Cost of Heroku in 2026 (After Free Tier Removal)A comprehensive breakdown of Heroku pricing in 2026 after the free tier removal. Discover hidden costs, real-world examples, and why developers are migrating to self-hosted alternatives that save 80% or more.
Mar 6, 2026
Stop Paying Netlify. Run Your Own Stack for $5/moNetlify Pro costs $19/member/mo and Business is $99/member. A team of 5 pays $95-495/mo. We show how to run unlimited sites on a $5 VPS with Server Compass.
Mar 6, 2026
Deploy Next.js to VPS: Complete Guide (2026)Learn how to deploy Next.js applications to your own VPS with PM2, Docker, Nginx, and SSL. A comprehensive guide covering standalone mode, reverse proxy configuration, and environment variables — plus the easy way with Server Compass.
Mar 6, 2026
Self-Hosted DevOps Tools for Small Teams (2026)A comprehensive guide to the best self-hosted DevOps tools for small teams in 2026. From CI/CD pipelines to monitoring, git hosting, and container registries, build a complete DevOps stack on your own infrastructure for a fraction of the cost.
Mar 6, 2026
Deploy Express.js App to VPS (Step-by-Step Guide)Learn how to deploy your Express.js application to a VPS step by step. This comprehensive guide covers production preparation, PM2 process management, Nginx reverse proxy, SSL certificates, firewall configuration, and a Docker alternative.