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Deploy BookStack in 3 Steps

1

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

2

Select BookStack

Choose from our template library

3

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

Benefits of Deploying BookStack with Server Compass

Self-hosting gives you full control over your data and infrastructure

One-Click Deployment

Deploy BookStack to your VPS in under 3 minutes. No command-line required.

Full Data Ownership

Your BookStack data stays on your server. No third-party access.

Use Any VPS Provider

Works with DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Vultr, AWS, or any server with Docker.

Automatic Updates

Keep BookStack up-to-date with one-click container updates.

Explore BookStack in Action

Server Compass provides everything you need to deploy and manage BookStackon your own infrastructure.

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Docker Compose Ready

Pre-configured docker-compose.yml for BookStack with best practices.

Environment Variables

Easily configure all settings through an intuitive GUI.

Persistent Storage

Data volumes configured automatically for reliable storage.

Health Monitoring

Built-in health checks to ensure your service is running.

SSL/HTTPS Support

Easy SSL certificate configuration with Let's Encrypt.

Backup Support

Export and backup your data with simple commands.

BookStack FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting BookStack

How do I deploy BookStack with Server Compass?

Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select BookStack 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 BookStack?

BookStack 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 BookStack data?

Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard BookStack backup and restore procedures.

How do I update BookStack to the latest version?

Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest BookStack image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.

Is BookStack free to self-host?

BookStack is open-source software. You only pay for your VPS hosting (typically $5-20/month) and optionally Server Compass ($19 one-time). No subscription fees or per-seat pricing.

Ready to Self-Host BookStack?

Download Server Compass and deploy BookStack to your VPS in under 3 minutes. No Docker expertise required.

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