Carbone
Fast, open-source document generator — fill DOCX, ODT, XLSX, or PDF templates from JSON data via a simple HTTP API
Deploy Carbone in 3 Steps
Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
Select Carbone
Choose from our template library
Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
After Deployment
After deploying Carbone with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
Open http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} and log into Studio with your admin credentials
Upload a sample DOCX or XLSX template that uses Carbone placeholders (e.g., {d.name})
Copy the generated template ID
Call the /render endpoint from your app with JSON data and verify a filled document comes back
(Optional) Add CARBONE_EE_LICENSE via Env Vars if you have one to remove watermarks
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Carbone FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Carbone
How do I deploy Carbone with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Carbone 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 Carbone?
Carbone requires a minimum of 512MB 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 Carbone data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Carbone backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Carbone to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Carbone image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Carbone free to self-host?
Carbone 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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