Cloud Commander
Cloud Commander — orthodox web file manager with a built-in terminal and editor for managing remote files from the browser
Deploy Cloud Commander in 3 Steps
Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
Select Cloud Commander
Choose from our template library
Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
After Deployment
After deploying Cloud Commander with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
Visit http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} and log in with CLOUDCMD_USERNAME / CLOUDCMD_PASSWORD
Upload or create files inside /files using the two-panel UI
Open the integrated terminal (Ctrl+~ or the bottom panel) to run shell commands inside the container
(Optional) Mount an additional host directory into /files in the compose file if you need to manage real server files instead of a private volume
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Cloud Commander FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Cloud Commander
How do I deploy Cloud Commander with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Cloud Commander 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 Cloud Commander?
Cloud Commander 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 Cloud Commander data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Cloud Commander backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Cloud Commander to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Cloud Commander image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Cloud Commander free to self-host?
Cloud Commander 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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