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DocuSeal
Application512MB+ RAM
Open-source document signing platform
documentssigningesignaturedocusign-alternative
Deploy DocuSeal in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select DocuSeal
Choose from our template library
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Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
No Docker knowledge required
Video Tutorials
Learn How to Deploy DocuSeal
Step-by-step deployment guide
Deploy DocuSeal on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the DocuSeal template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted document signing platform with PostgreSQL on your VPS, then verify the DocuSeal 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 DocuSeal
Use the template picker search to find DocuSeal in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the DocuSeal template
Choose the DocuSeal template. Server Compass fills in the DocuSeal web service, PostgreSQL database, generated secret key, and mapped browser port.
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Step 5Review the DocuSeal settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named docuseal-demo and used host port 3000.
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Step 6Deploy DocuSeal
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 DocuSeal image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm DocuSeal is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the DocuSeal app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open DocuSeal in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The DocuSeal web UI confirms the signing platform is reachable.
After DocuSeal Opens
- Create the first admin account before using the instance with real documents.
- Configure HTTPS, email delivery, and domain settings before inviting signers.
- Back up the DocuSeal data and PostgreSQL volumes before production use.
DocuSeal deployment questions
What does the DocuSeal template deploy?
It deploys the DocuSeal web application with a PostgreSQL database for document signing workflows.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 3000, which maps to the DocuSeal web service on container port 3000.
Why does the guide stop at the login or setup web UI?
The tutorial verifies the clean DocuSeal web UI because account creation, email delivery, document templates, and signer settings depend on the production instance.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the DocuSeal template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
Self-Deploy Guide
DIY DocuSeal Deployment
Learn how to self-host DocuSeal with this hands-on deployment guide.
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Access Your VPS via Terminal
Open a terminal session and log into your VPS. Replace the placeholder with your actual IP.
terminal
# Connect via SSH
ssh root@your-vps-ip
# Alternative with key file
ssh -i /path/to/key root@your-vps-ipFirst time? Make sure Docker is installed on your VPS. Run: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
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Set Up Project Folder
Create a workspace for your deployment files.
terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/docuseal
cd ~/apps/docuseal3
Create the Compose File
Configure your containers with this Docker Compose setup:
docker-compose.yml
services:
docuseal:
image: docuseal/docuseal:latest
ports:
- "3000:3000"
environment:
- DATABASE_URL=postgresql://docuseal:<your-db-password>@db:5432/docuseal
- SECRET_KEY_BASE=<your-secret-key>
volumes:
- docuseal_data:/data
restart: unless-stopped
depends_on:
db:
condition: service_healthy
db:
image: postgres:16-alpine
environment:
- POSTGRES_USER=docuseal
- POSTGRES_PASSWORD=<your-db-password>
- POSTGRES_DB=docuseal
volumes:
- postgres_data:/var/lib/postgresql/data
restart: unless-stopped
healthcheck:
test: ["CMD-SHELL", "pg_isready -U docuseal"]
interval: 10s
timeout: 5s
retries: 5
volumes:
docuseal_data:
postgres_data:
Setup Variables
PORTHost port(default: 3000)SECRET_KEYSecret keyDB_PASSWORDDB password4
Deploy Your Stack
Spin up the containers and verify the deployment.
terminal
# Start all services
docker compose up -d
# List running containers
docker compose ps
# Watch the logs
docker compose logs -f5
Update Firewall Settings
Allow incoming traffic on the application port.
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
Skip the terminal. Use Server Compass instead.
Let Server Compass handle the complexity. Deploy DocuSeal with a simple, intuitive interface.
- Beautiful interface
- One-click deploys
- Let's Encrypt SSL
- Zero downtime
- Container monitoring
- Easy rollbacks
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After Deployment
After deploying DocuSeal with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Create admin account
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Upload documents for signing
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Configure email settings
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
DocuSeal FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting DocuSeal
How do I deploy DocuSeal with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select DocuSeal 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 DocuSeal?
DocuSeal 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 DocuSeal data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard DocuSeal backup and restore procedures.
How do I update DocuSeal to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest DocuSeal image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is DocuSeal free to self-host?
DocuSeal 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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