go2rtc

Infrastructure256MB+ RAM

Ultimate camera streaming application with support for RTSP, WebRTC, HomeKit, FFmpeg, and RTMP

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infrastructurenetworkinggo2rtcopen-sourceself-hosteddocker

Deploy go2rtc in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select go2rtc

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

After Deployment

After deploying go2rtc with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup

Open the web UI at http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} and add your first camera (RTSP URL, ONVIF, USB device, etc.)

Preview the stream to confirm it works, then copy the canonical `rtsp://` or WebRTC URL for downstream tools

Edit `/config/go2rtc.yaml` (inside the container or via the UI) to enable modules like HomeKit, MQTT, or WebRTC ICE servers

Configure a reverse proxy with HTTP basic auth or OAuth before exposing the UI to the internet

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

go2rtc FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting go2rtc

How do I deploy go2rtc with Server Compass?

Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select go2rtc 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 go2rtc?

go2rtc 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 go2rtc data?

Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard go2rtc backup and restore procedures.

How do I update go2rtc to the latest version?

Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest go2rtc image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.

Is go2rtc free to self-host?

go2rtc 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.