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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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Drizzle Gateway
Development256MB+ RAM
Self-hosted database studio and HTTP gateway by the Drizzle team — browse, query, and proxy your databases from a web UI
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Deploy Drizzle Gateway in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Drizzle Gateway
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 Drizzle Gateway on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Drizzle Gateway template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted database studio and HTTP gateway on your VPS, then verify the unlock UI.
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 Drizzle Gateway
Use the template picker search to find Drizzle Gateway in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Drizzle Gateway template
Choose the Drizzle Gateway template. Server Compass fills the gateway service, data volume, master password, and public web port.
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Step 5Review the Drizzle Gateway settings
Confirm the app name and compose service. In this run, the app was named drizzle-gateway-demo and used host port 4186.
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Step 6Deploy Drizzle Gateway
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the Drizzle Gateway 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 Drizzle Gateway image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Drizzle Gateway is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Drizzle Gateway app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Drizzle Gateway in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Drizzle Gateway unlock screen confirms the protected database studio is reachable.
After Drizzle Gateway Opens
- Store MASTERPASS in a password manager; it protects registered database connections.
- Place Drizzle Gateway behind HTTPS, VPN access, or an authenticated reverse proxy.
- Do not expose saved database connections directly to the public internet.
- Back up the Drizzle Gateway data volume to preserve saved connections and queries.
- Use least-privilege database users for each registered connection.
- Test with a disposable database connection before adding production credentials.
- Keep the Drizzle Gateway image updated for security and compatibility fixes.
Verified Result
The Drizzle Gateway web interface loaded successfully from the deployed container.
Drizzle Gateway deployment questions
What does the Drizzle Gateway template deploy?
It deploys Drizzle Gateway as a protected web UI for browsing, querying, and proxying database connections.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4186, which maps to the Drizzle Gateway web UI on container port 4983.
Does Drizzle Gateway need setup after deployment?
Unlock the UI with MASTERPASS, add a disposable database connection, and verify a simple SELECT before adding production credentials.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Drizzle Gateway template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying Drizzle Gateway with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Visit http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} and unlock with MASTERPASS
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Add a database connection via the Connections tab (host, port, user, password, ssl)
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Open the SQL runner and verify you can SELECT against the target database
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(Optional) Configure team access and HTTP gateway tokens for read-only API access
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Drizzle Gateway FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Drizzle Gateway
How do I deploy Drizzle Gateway with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Drizzle Gateway 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 Drizzle Gateway?
Drizzle Gateway requires a minimum of 256MB 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 Drizzle Gateway data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Drizzle Gateway backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Drizzle Gateway to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Drizzle Gateway image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Drizzle Gateway free to self-host?
Drizzle Gateway 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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