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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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AdventureLog
Application1024MB+ RAM
Self-hosted travel log — record trips, mark visited countries, and plan future adventures
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Deploy AdventureLog in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select AdventureLog
Choose from our template library
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Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
No Docker knowledge required
Step-by-step deployment guide
Deploy AdventureLog on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the AdventureLog template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted travel log on your VPS, then verify the web UI in a browser.
About 10 minutesBrowser verified
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Step 2Choose an app template
Click New App and choose the template deployment path so Server Compass can load the built-in catalog.
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Step 3Search for AdventureLog
Use the template picker search to find AdventureLog in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the AdventureLog template
Choose the AdventureLog template. Server Compass fills the frontend, backend API, PostGIS database, media volume, and public ports.
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Step 5Review the AdventureLog settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named adventurelog-demo and used frontend port 4232.
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Step 6Deploy AdventureLog
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the AdventureLog web port is available, and click Deploy.
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Step 7Watch the deployment progress
Keep the deployment modal open while Server Compass uploads the compose file, pulls the AdventureLog image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm AdventureLog is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the AdventureLog app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open AdventureLog in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The AdventureLog login or registration screen confirms the frontend is reachable.
After AdventureLog Opens
- Create the first user account and disable open registration if the instance should be private.
- Update public URL and CSRF trusted origins before moving behind a production domain.
- Back up the PostGIS data volume and media volume before moving or replacing the VPS.
- Configure SMTP before relying on password reset emails.
- Use HTTPS because trips, locations, and photos can be sensitive.
- Keep the AdventureLog image updated for dependency and security fixes.
Verified Result
The AdventureLog web interface loaded successfully from the deployed container.
AdventureLog deployment questions
What does the AdventureLog template deploy?
It deploys the AdventureLog frontend, backend API, PostGIS database, and persistent media/database volumes.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host web port 4232, which maps to the AdventureLog dashboard on the same generated internal port.
Can I enable authentication?
The first account you create from the web UI becomes the administrator; restrict registration after setup if needed.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the AdventureLog template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying AdventureLog with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Visit the URL and create your account
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Disable open registration in admin settings
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Configure map tile provider (defaults work but consider a key for production)
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Add your first trip and visited countries
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Configure email (SMTP) for password resets
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
AdventureLog FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting AdventureLog
How do I deploy AdventureLog with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select AdventureLog from the templates list. Fill in the required configuration and click Deploy. The entire process takes under 3 minutes.
What are the system requirements for AdventureLog?
AdventureLog requires a minimum of 1024MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 2048MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.
Can I migrate my existing AdventureLog data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard AdventureLog backup and restore procedures.
How do I update AdventureLog to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest AdventureLog image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is AdventureLog free to self-host?
AdventureLog is open-source software. You only pay for your VPS hosting (typically $5-20/month) and optionally Server Compass ($29 one-time). No subscription fees or per-seat pricing.
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