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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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CyberChef
Application128MB+ RAM
Browser-based data analysis and transformation toolkit
applicationsecuritycyberchefopen-sourceself-hosteddocker
Deploy CyberChef in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select CyberChef
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 CyberChef on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the CyberChef template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted browser-based data transformation toolkit on your VPS, then verify the setup screen.
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 CyberChef
Use the template picker search to find CyberChef in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the CyberChef template
Choose the CyberChef template. Server Compass fills the CyberChef static web service and public web port.
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Step 5Review the CyberChef settings
Confirm the app name and compose service. In this run, the app was named cyberchef-demo and used host port 4017.
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Step 6Deploy CyberChef
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the CyberChef 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 CyberChef image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm CyberChef is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the CyberChef app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open CyberChef in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The CyberChef setup or main page confirms the browser-based data transformation toolkit is reachable.
After CyberChef Opens
- Place CyberChef behind HTTPS before storing or sharing real files.
- Change the generated admin password immediately after first login.
- Use HTTPS before processing sensitive data.
- Back up the CyberChef config volume because it stores provider settings and the database.
- Avoid sending sensitive inputs over plain HTTP.
- Test with harmless sample text before using private data.
- Keep the CyberChef image updated for dependency and security fixes.
Verified Result
The CyberChef web interface loaded successfully from the deployed container.
CyberChef deployment questions
What does the CyberChef template deploy?
It deploys the CyberChef browser-based data transformation toolkit with static web application.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4017, which maps to the CyberChef web UI on container port 8080.
Does CyberChef need setup after deployment?
Yes. Open the operations interface and test with harmless sample text.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the CyberChef template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying CyberChef with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Visit the CyberChef URL
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Build recipes from the Operations panel
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Avoid sending sensitive data over plain HTTP in production
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
CyberChef FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting CyberChef
How do I deploy CyberChef with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select CyberChef 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 CyberChef?
CyberChef requires a minimum of 128MB 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 CyberChef data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard CyberChef backup and restore procedures.
How do I update CyberChef to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest CyberChef image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is CyberChef free to self-host?
CyberChef 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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