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AnonUpload
Infrastructure256MB+ RAM
Anonymous file upload service - drop a file, get a shareable link
infrastructurestorageanonuploadopen-sourceself-hosteddocker
Deploy AnonUpload in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select AnonUpload
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 AnonUpload on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the AnonUpload template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted anonymous file upload web UI on your VPS, then verify the upload page.
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 AnonUpload
Use the template picker search to find AnonUpload in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the AnonUpload template
Choose the AnonUpload template. Server Compass fills the upload service, persistent upload volume, administrator email settings, and public web port.
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Step 5Review the AnonUpload settings
Confirm the app name and compose service. In this run, the app was named anonupload-demo and used host port 4258.
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Step 6Deploy AnonUpload
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the AnonUpload 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 AnonUpload image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm AnonUpload is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the AnonUpload app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open AnonUpload in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The AnonUpload upload page confirms the web UI is reachable.
After AnonUpload Opens
- Place AnonUpload behind HTTPS before accepting uploads from real users.
- Change the generated administrator password and keep the admin email current.
- Restrict access or add abuse protections before exposing anonymous uploads to the public internet.
- Set upload size, file type, retention, and moderation rules before production use.
- Back up the upload volume only if it contains data you intentionally want to keep.
- Monitor disk usage because public upload services can fill a VPS quickly.
- Keep the AnonUpload image updated for dependency and security fixes.
Verified Result
The AnonUpload web interface loaded successfully from the deployed container.
AnonUpload deployment questions
What does the AnonUpload template deploy?
It deploys the AnonUpload web UI container with a persistent uploads volume and administrator settings.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4258, which maps to the AnonUpload web UI on container port 80.
Does AnonUpload need setup after deployment?
Yes. Review the generated administrator credential, change it, then configure upload and moderation policies for your environment.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the AnonUpload template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying AnonUpload with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Open http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} and upload a small test file to confirm the round trip works
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Configure a retention cron on the host that prunes `anonupload_uploads` (e.g. `0 3 * * * find /var/lib/docker/volumes/<stack>_anonupload_uploads/_data -mtime +7 -delete`)
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Front the service with a reverse proxy that adds HTTPS, body size limits, and rate limiting per IP
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Add a CAPTCHA / Turnstile in front of the upload endpoint if you intend to expose it publicly
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Set up disk-space alerts - this service WILL fill the disk eventually under any open access
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
AnonUpload FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting AnonUpload
How do I deploy AnonUpload with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select AnonUpload 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 AnonUpload?
AnonUpload requires a minimum of 256MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 1024MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.
Can I migrate my existing AnonUpload data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard AnonUpload backup and restore procedures.
How do I update AnonUpload to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest AnonUpload image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is AnonUpload free to self-host?
AnonUpload 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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