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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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ArangoDB
Database1024MB+ RAM
Native multi-model database for graph, document, and key-value data
databasenosqlarangodbopen-sourceself-hosteddocker
Deploy ArangoDB in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select ArangoDB
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 ArangoDB on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the ArangoDB template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted multi-model database on your VPS, then verify the web UI.
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 ArangoDB
Use the template picker search to find ArangoDB in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the ArangoDB template
Choose the ArangoDB template. Server Compass fills the database service, persistent data/apps volumes, generated root password, and public web port.
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Step 5Review the ArangoDB settings
Confirm the app name and compose service. In this run, the app was named arangodb-demo and used host port 4260.
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Step 6Deploy ArangoDB
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the ArangoDB 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 ArangoDB image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm ArangoDB is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the ArangoDB app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open ArangoDB in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The ArangoDB login screen confirms the database web UI is reachable.
After ArangoDB Opens
- Place ArangoDB behind HTTPS or private network access before exposing the web UI.
- Use the generated root password only for initial access, then rotate credentials and create least-privilege users.
- Restrict the ArangoDB port to trusted IP addresses or a VPN.
- Back up the ArangoDB data and apps volumes before production use.
- Create dedicated databases/users for applications instead of using root credentials.
- Monitor disk, memory, and query load after importing data.
- Keep the ArangoDB image updated for database and security fixes.
Verified Result
The ArangoDB web interface loaded successfully from the deployed container.
ArangoDB deployment questions
What does the ArangoDB template deploy?
It deploys the ArangoDB database container with persistent data and apps volumes.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4260, which maps to the ArangoDB web UI on container port 8529.
Does ArangoDB need setup after deployment?
Yes. Sign in with the generated root password, rotate credentials, and create application-specific databases and users.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the ArangoDB template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying ArangoDB with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Open the web UI at http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} and log in as root
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Create a database for your application
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Create an application user with limited permissions
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Configure AQL queries, collections, and indexes
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Set up regular backups using arangodump
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
ArangoDB FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting ArangoDB
How do I deploy ArangoDB with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select ArangoDB 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 ArangoDB?
ArangoDB 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 ArangoDB data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard ArangoDB backup and restore procedures.
How do I update ArangoDB to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest ArangoDB image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is ArangoDB free to self-host?
ArangoDB 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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