Cronicle

Development256MB+ RAM

Distributed task scheduler and runner

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Deploy Cronicle in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select Cronicle

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

DIY Deployment

Self-Host Cronicle with Docker

Take the DIY route and deploy Cronicle on your own server using Docker.

Access Your VPS Terminal

Use your terminal to securely access your server. You'll need your server's IP address.

terminal

# Connect via SSH
ssh root@your-vps-ip

# Alternative with key file
ssh -i /path/to/key root@your-vps-ip

First time? Make sure Docker is installed on your VPS. Run: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh

Set Up the Deployment Folder

Initialize a project folder on your server.

terminal

# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/cronicle
cd ~/apps/cronicle

Set Up the Stack Definition

Use this Docker Compose configuration for your deployment:

docker-compose.yml

services:
  cronicle:
    image: bluet/cronicle-docker:latest
    ports:
      - "3012:3012"
    environment:
      - CRONICLE_base_app_url=<your-base-url>
    volumes:
      - cronicle_data:/opt/cronicle/data
      - cronicle_logs:/opt/cronicle/logs
    restart: unless-stopped

volumes:
  cronicle_data:
  cronicle_logs:

Configurable Options

PORTHost port(default: 3012)

BASE_URLBase URL

Start the Containers

Bring up your containers in detached mode.

terminal

# Start all services
docker compose up -d

# List running containers
docker compose ps

# Watch the logs
docker compose logs -f

Set Up Firewall Rules

Allow the application port through your server's firewall.

terminal

# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 3012/tcp
sudo ufw reload

# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:3012

Skip the Terminal

Let Server Compass do the heavy lifting.

Forget SSH and YAML files. Deploy Cronicle visually with Server Compass in just a few clicks.

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Container monitoring
Easy rollbacks

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After Deployment

After deploying Cronicle with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup

Create job categories

Schedule jobs

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

Cronicle FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Cronicle

How do I deploy Cronicle with Server Compass?

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

Cronicle 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 Cronicle data?

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

How do I update Cronicle to the latest version?

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

Is Cronicle free to self-host?

Cronicle 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.