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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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CryptPad
Application512MB+ RAM
End-to-end encrypted collaboration suite
collaborationencrypteddocumentsprivacy
Deploy CryptPad in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select CryptPad
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 CryptPad on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the CryptPad template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted end-to-end encrypted collaboration suite on your VPS, then verify the CryptPad homepage in a browser.
About 7 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 CryptPad
Use the template picker search to find CryptPad in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the CryptPad template
Choose the CryptPad template. Server Compass fills the CryptPad image, persistent CryptPad storage volumes, domain settings, and required domains.
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Step 5Review the CryptPad settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named cryptpad-demo and used host port 3001.
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Step 6Deploy CryptPad
Review the generated domain values, confirm the web and websocket ports are available, and click Deploy Now.
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Step 7Watch the deployment progress
Keep the deployment modal open while Server Compass uploads the compose file, pulls the CryptPad image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm CryptPad is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the CryptPad app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open CryptPad in the browser
Click Open Application or open the application URL in a browser. The CryptPad homepage confirms the deployed app is reachable and ready for first account setup.
After CryptPad Opens
- Register the first admin account and configure allowed domains.
- Add a domain and HTTPS before inviting users or publishing content publicly.
- Use separate main and sandbox domains for production isolation.
- Back up the CryptPad blob, block, data, and datastore volumes before production use.
Verified Result
The CryptPad app loaded successfully in a browser and displayed the homepage.
CryptPad deployment questions
What does the CryptPad template deploy?
It deploys CryptPad with persistent blob, block, data, and datastore volumes.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 3001, which maps to the CryptPad web server on container port 3000, plus websocket port 3003.
Why does the browser verification stop at the homepage?
A fresh CryptPad deployment is considered reachable when the homepage loads. Continuing further requires first account setup, so the public guide verifies the safe pre-homepage.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the CryptPad template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
Command Line Setup
Install CryptPad Manually
Set up CryptPad yourself using Docker Compose and the command line.
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Establish SSH Connection
Connect to your remote server using SSH. Make sure you have your server credentials ready.
terminal
# Log into your server
ssh root@<your-server-ip>
# If using key-based auth
ssh -i ~/.ssh/my-key root@<your-server-ip>First time? Docker not installed? Run: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
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Create Project Directory
Set up a directory to store your Docker configuration.
terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/cryptpad
cd ~/apps/cryptpad3
Configure Docker Compose
Add this configuration to your docker-compose.yml file:
docker-compose.yml
services:
cryptpad:
image: cryptpad/cryptpad:latest
ports:
- "3000:3000"
- "3003:3003"
environment:
- CPAD_MAIN_DOMAIN=<your-domain>
- CPAD_SANDBOX_DOMAIN=<your-sandbox-domain>
volumes:
- cryptpad_blob:/cryptpad/blob
- cryptpad_block:/cryptpad/block
- cryptpad_data:/cryptpad/data
- cryptpad_datastore:/cryptpad/datastore
restart: unless-stopped
volumes:
cryptpad_blob:
cryptpad_block:
cryptpad_data:
cryptpad_datastore:
Configuration Options
PORTHost port(default: 3000)WEBSOCKET_PORTWebSocket port(default: 3003)DOMAINMain domainSANDBOX_DOMAINSandbox domain4
Start the Services
Execute the deployment and check the container status.
terminal
# Deploy the application
docker compose up -d
# Check container health
docker compose ps
# Monitor logs
docker compose logs -f --tail=1005
Allow Incoming Connections
Enable network access by updating your firewall rules.
terminal
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 3000/tcp
sudo ufw reload
# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:3000Skip the Terminal
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CryptPad FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting CryptPad
How do I deploy CryptPad with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select CryptPad 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 CryptPad?
CryptPad 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 CryptPad data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard CryptPad backup and restore procedures.
How do I update CryptPad to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest CryptPad image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is CryptPad free to self-host?
CryptPad 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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