Forgejo
Community-driven Gitea fork
Deploy Forgejo in 3 Steps
Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
Select Forgejo
Choose from our template library
Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
Benefits of Deploying Forgejo with Server Compass
Self-hosting gives you full control over your data and infrastructure
One-Click Deployment
Deploy Forgejo to your VPS in under 3 minutes. No command-line required.
Full Data Ownership
Your Forgejo data stays on your server. No third-party access.
Use Any VPS Provider
Works with DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Vultr, AWS, or any server with Docker.
Automatic Updates
Keep Forgejo up-to-date with one-click container updates.
Explore Forgejo in Action
Server Compass provides everything you need to deploy and manage Forgejoon your own infrastructure.
Get Started FreeDocker Compose Ready
Pre-configured docker-compose.yml for Forgejo with best practices.
Environment Variables
Easily configure all settings through an intuitive GUI.
Persistent Storage
Data volumes configured automatically for reliable storage.
Health Monitoring
Built-in health checks to ensure your service is running.
SSL/HTTPS Support
Easy SSL certificate configuration with Let's Encrypt.
Backup Support
Export and backup your data with simple commands.
Forgejo FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Forgejo
How do I deploy Forgejo with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Forgejo 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 Forgejo?
Forgejo 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 Forgejo data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Forgejo backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Forgejo to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Forgejo image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Forgejo free to self-host?
Forgejo is open-source software. You only pay for your VPS hosting (typically $5-20/month) and optionally Server Compass ($19 one-time). No subscription fees or per-seat pricing.
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