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Docmost
Application1024MB+ RAM
Open-source collaborative wiki and documentation platform
wikidocumentationcollaborationnotion-alternative
Deploy Docmost in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Docmost
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 Docmost on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Docmost template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted collaborative wiki and documentation platform with PostgreSQL and Redis on your VPS, then verify the Docmost web UI 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 Docmost
Use the template picker search to find Docmost in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Docmost template
Choose the Docmost template. Server Compass fills in the Docmost web service, PostgreSQL database, generated secret key, and mapped browser port.
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Step 5Review the Docmost settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named docmost-demo and used host port 3001.
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Step 6Deploy Docmost
Review the generated environment values, confirm the port is 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 Docmost image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Docmost is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Docmost app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Docmost in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Docmost web UI confirms the signing platform is reachable.
After Docmost Opens
- Create the first admin account before inviting a team.
- Configure HTTPS, email delivery, workspace settings, and domains before production use.
- Back up the Docmost PostgreSQL and Redis volumes before relying on the workspace.
Docmost deployment questions
What does the Docmost template deploy?
It deploys the Docmost web application with PostgreSQL and Redis for collaborative documentation workspaces.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 3001, which maps to the Docmost web service inside the container.
Why does the guide stop at the login or setup web UI?
The tutorial verifies the clean Docmost web UI because account creation, workspace setup, email delivery, and team settings depend on the production instance.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Docmost template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
Why Self-Host Docmost?
Docmost is a collaborative wiki and documentation platform designed for teams. Self-hosting ensures your team's documentation — including sensitive internal processes, technical specs, and onboarding materials — stays on infrastructure you control.
Clean, modern wiki interface for team documentation
Real-time collaborative editing
Organize docs with spaces and nested pages
Full-text search across all documentation
No per-seat pricing — invite your entire team
Docmost vs Alternatives
Docmost vs Notion
Notion charges per seat and hosts your data. Docmost is self-hosted with unlimited users and full data control.
Docmost vs Confluence
Confluence is expensive and bloated. Docmost is lightweight, fast, and focused on what teams actually need.
Docmost vs Outline
Both are wiki tools. Docmost has a simpler setup and lighter resource footprint while covering the same core features.
Why Deploy Docmost with Server Compass?
Server Compass deploys Docmost with PostgreSQL and persistent storage in one click. Your team can start documenting immediately without any database or Docker configuration.
Download Server CompassAfter Deployment
After deploying Docmost with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Create your workspace
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Invite team members
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Start creating documentation
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Docmost FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Docmost
How do I deploy Docmost with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Docmost 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 Docmost?
Docmost requires a minimum of 1024MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 2048MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.
Can I migrate my existing Docmost data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Docmost backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Docmost to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Docmost image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Docmost free to self-host?
Docmost 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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