Deploy smarter on your own servers

Mar 6, 2026

Learn how to deploy your Node.js application on a VPS step by step. This beginner-friendly guide covers SSH setup, Node.js installation, PM2 process management, Nginx reverse proxy, SSL certificates, and firewall configuration.

Mar 6, 2026

Netlify 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

Railway's usage-based billing adds up fast — most real apps cost $20-50/mo. We break down every charge and show how Server Compass lets you self-host the same stack on a $5 VPS.

Mar 6, 2026

Render's free tier is gone and paid plans start at $7/mo per service. We break down the real costs and show you how to run the same stack on a $5 VPS with Server Compass.

Mar 6, 2026

Build a complete self-hosted CI/CD pipeline using GitHub Actions and your own VPS. Learn SSH deployment, Docker builds, zero-downtime deployments, rollback strategies, and save hundreds on expensive build minutes.

Mar 6, 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

The complete guide to self-hosted Vercel alternatives. Compare Server Compass, Coolify, and CapRover. Learn how to migrate from Vercel, calculate real cost savings, and deploy with the same developer experience on your own VPS.

Mar 6, 2026

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

Vercel's bandwidth overages ($40/100GB), build limits, and per-seat pricing catch teams off guard. We break down every hidden cost and show how to deploy the same stack on a $5 VPS.

Mar 6, 2026

Break down the real costs of PaaS platforms like Vercel, Railway, Heroku, and Netlify. See how a $5/month VPS can replace $50+/month in managed hosting fees, with a complete cost comparison calculator and getting started guide.

Mar 5, 2026

A beginner's guide to deploying multiple WordPress sites on a Hetzner Cloud server with automatic SSL certificates using a visual interface.

Mar 4, 2026

Deploy Ollama on your VPS with one click. Browse and install AI models like Llama 3 and Mistral, test via integrated chat, and optionally bundle Open WebUI for a ChatGPT-like experience.