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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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Dolibarr
Application512MB+ RAM
Modern ERP/CRM suite for managing contacts, invoices, stocks, HR, and accounting
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Deploy Dolibarr in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Dolibarr
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 Dolibarr on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Dolibarr template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted ERP/CRM suite with MariaDB on your VPS, then verify the login page.
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 Dolibarr
Use the template picker search to find Dolibarr in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Dolibarr template
Choose the Dolibarr template. Server Compass fills the Dolibarr service, MariaDB service, admin username, generated passwords, and public web port.
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Step 5Review the Dolibarr settings
Confirm the app name and compose service. In this run, the app was named dolibarr-demo and used host port 4044.
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Step 6Deploy Dolibarr
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the Dolibarr 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 Dolibarr image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Dolibarr is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Dolibarr app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Dolibarr in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Dolibarr login or setup page confirms the ERP/CRM container is reachable.
After Dolibarr Opens
- Change the generated admin password after first login.
- Set the public URL root to your real HTTPS domain when deploying behind a reverse proxy.
- Configure company/organization details before creating invoices or CRM records.
- Enable only the Dolibarr modules you need.
- Back up both the MariaDB volume and Dolibarr documents volume.
- Restrict admin access before storing customer or accounting data.
- Keep the Dolibarr and MariaDB images updated for security fixes.
Verified Result
The Dolibarr page loaded successfully from the deployed container.
Dolibarr deployment questions
What does the Dolibarr template deploy?
It deploys Dolibarr with a MariaDB database, generated admin credentials, persistent documents storage, and a public web port.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4044, which maps to the Dolibarr web UI on container port 80.
Does Dolibarr need setup after deployment?
Log in with the configured admin credentials, review company settings, and enable the CRM, invoicing, accounting, or HR modules you plan to use.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Dolibarr template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying Dolibarr with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Visit the application URL and finish the setup wizard if prompted
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Log in with the admin credentials
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Configure your company information under Setup > Company/Organization
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Enable the modules you need (CRM, invoicing, accounting, etc.)
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Dolibarr FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Dolibarr
How do I deploy Dolibarr with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Dolibarr 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 Dolibarr?
Dolibarr 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 Dolibarr data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Dolibarr backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Dolibarr to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Dolibarr image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Dolibarr free to self-host?
Dolibarr 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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