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Activity Logs

Comprehensive activity log tracking all server operations — Docker, packages, security, databases, files, and more. Filter by activity type, search commands, and export logs with automatic sensitive data redaction.

Activity Logs screenshot in Server Compass

How Activity Logs Works

Activity Logs is designed to be intuitive. Here's how you use it in Server Compass.

1

Navigate to Monitoring

Open the monitoring section from your server dashboard.

2

Configure Thresholds

Set up your monitoring preferences and alert thresholds.

3

Monitor & Act

Receive real-time data and act on alerts as they arrive.

Capabilities

What Activity Logs Can Do

Everything you need for monitoring & alerts in one integrated tool, replacing complex CLI commands and manual configuration.

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Comprehensive activity log tracking all server operations — Docker, packages, security, databases, files, and more
Filter by activity type, search commands, and export logs with automatic sensitive data redaction
Integrated with Server Compass's Monitoring & Alerts suite
Integrated with Server Compass's Monitoring & Alerts suite

Why Activity Logs Matters

Server management shouldn't require a DevOps team. Activity Logs makes professional-grade monitoring & alerts accessible to everyone.

Real-Time Insights

Activity Logs streams data live so you catch issues the moment they happen, not hours later.

Instant Alerts

Activity Logs notifies you through your preferred channels before small issues become outages.

Actionable Data

Activity Logs doesn't just show metrics; it highlights what needs attention and suggests next steps.

Complete Audit Trail

Activity Logs logs every event, giving you the forensic data you need for debugging and compliance.

Activity Logs FAQ

Common questions about Activity Logs in Server Compass

How do I access Activity Logs in Server Compass?

Activity Logs is available in the Monitoring & Alerts section of Server Compass. Simply connect to your server, navigate to Monitoring & Alerts, and you'll find Activity Logs ready to use. No additional setup or plugins required.

Does Activity Logs require any server-side installation?

No. Server Compass operates as a desktop application that connects to your server via SSH. Activity Logs works through this connection without installing any agents or packages on your server (except the optional monitoring agent for resource tracking).

Is Activity Logs included in all Server Compass plans?

Yes. Every Server Compass feature, including Activity Logs, is included with the one-time $29 payment. There are no tier restrictions, add-ons, or per-server fees. You get all 81+ features for all your servers.

Can I use Activity Logs with any VPS provider?

Activity Logs works with any VPS or dedicated server that supports SSH access and Docker. This includes DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Vultr, Linode, AWS EC2, Google Cloud, Azure, and any other provider. It also works with local servers and homelab setups.

What makes Activity Logs different from command-line alternatives?

Activity Logs provides a visual, intuitive interface that replaces complex CLI commands and configuration files. You get real-time feedback, safety confirmations, and a consistent experience across all your servers without memorizing syntax or writing scripts.

Try Activity Logs Today

Download Server Compass and get access to Activity Logs along with 80 other features. One-time $29 payment. No subscriptions. No per-server fees.