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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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Chibisafe
Infrastructure512MB+ RAM
Beautiful self-hosted file uploader and image host with API support, chunked uploads and a modern dashboard
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Deploy Chibisafe in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Chibisafe
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 Chibisafe on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Chibisafe template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted file uploader and image host 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 Chibisafe
Use the template picker search to find Chibisafe in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Chibisafe template
Choose the Chibisafe template. Server Compass fills the file upload service, uploads volume, database volume, logs volume, and public web port.
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Step 5Review the Chibisafe settings
Confirm the app name and compose service. In this run, the app was named chibisafe-demo and used host port 4086.
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Step 6Deploy Chibisafe
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the Chibisafe 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 Chibisafe image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Chibisafe is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Chibisafe app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Chibisafe in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Chibisafe dashboard or login screen confirms the file upload web UI is reachable.
After Chibisafe Opens
- Place Chibisafe behind HTTPS before allowing large or chunked uploads.
- Change the default admin password on first login.
- Set upload limits and public site URL from the dashboard before opening the service to users.
- Back up the Chibisafe uploads, database, and logs volumes because they store user content and service state.
- Keep the Chibisafe image updated for dependency and security fixes.
Verified Result
The Chibisafe web interface loaded successfully from the deployed container.
Chibisafe deployment questions
What does the Chibisafe template deploy?
It deploys the Chibisafe file uploader and image hosting web app with persistent uploads, database, and logs volumes.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4086, which maps to the Chibisafe web UI on the same internal port.
Does Chibisafe need setup after deployment?
Yes. Create the first admin account, configure the public URL, then add bot integrations and provider keys.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Chibisafe template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying Chibisafe with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Open the URL and log in with admin/admin
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Change the admin password and create additional user accounts
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Configure the public site URL, allowed file types and storage limits under Settings
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(Optional) Configure S3 storage instead of the local uploads volume
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Chibisafe FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Chibisafe
How do I deploy Chibisafe with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Chibisafe 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 Chibisafe?
Chibisafe 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 Chibisafe data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Chibisafe backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Chibisafe to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Chibisafe image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Chibisafe free to self-host?
Chibisafe 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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