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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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AzuraCast
Application2048MB+ RAM
Self-hosted web radio station — broadcast live, schedule playlists, and stream to listeners
applicationmediaazuracastopen-sourceself-hosteddocker
Deploy AzuraCast in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select AzuraCast
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 AzuraCast on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the AzuraCast template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted web radio station on your VPS, then verify the installer or login 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 AzuraCast
Use the template picker search to find AzuraCast in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the AzuraCast template
Choose the AzuraCast template. Server Compass fills the radio management service, MariaDB backend, Redis service, generated database passwords, and the web plus stream port mappings.
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Step 5Review the AzuraCast settings
Confirm the app name and compose service. In this run, the app was named azuracast-demo and used host port 4227.
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Step 6Deploy AzuraCast
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the AzuraCast 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 AzuraCast image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm AzuraCast is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the AzuraCast app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open AzuraCast in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The AzuraCast installer or login screen confirms the radio management web UI is reachable.
After AzuraCast Opens
- Complete the installer immediately and create the master administrator account.
- Place the web UI behind HTTPS before exposing admin access on the public internet.
- Back up the AzuraCast data volumes together with the MariaDB volume.
- Open the stream port range in your firewall only if you want public listeners.
- Create at least one station and verify its public stream URL before sharing it.
- Review storage limits before uploading media libraries or enabling recordings.
- Keep the AzuraCast image updated for dependency and security fixes.
Verified Result
The AzuraCast web interface loaded successfully from the deployed container.
AzuraCast deployment questions
What does the AzuraCast template deploy?
It deploys the AzuraCast web radio management app with MariaDB, Redis, persistent storage, and a mapped stream-port range.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4227, which maps to the AzuraCast web UI on container port 80.
Does AzuraCast need setup after deployment?
Yes. Complete the first-run installer, create the master admin, add a station, and configure its stream settings.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the AzuraCast template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying AzuraCast with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Open the web UI and complete the install wizard
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Create the master administrator account
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Create a station, upload media, and build a playlist
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Configure live broadcast credentials (Icecast or Shoutcast)
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Share the public stream URL on the configured stream port
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
AzuraCast FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting AzuraCast
How do I deploy AzuraCast with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select AzuraCast 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 AzuraCast?
AzuraCast requires a minimum of 2048MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 4096MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.
Can I migrate my existing AzuraCast data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard AzuraCast backup and restore procedures.
How do I update AzuraCast to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest AzuraCast image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is AzuraCast free to self-host?
AzuraCast 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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