Gotenberg

Development512MB+ RAM

Containerized API for converting HTML, Markdown, Office documents, and URLs to PDF

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Deploy Gotenberg in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select Gotenberg

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

After Deployment

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

Check http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}}/health

Call API endpoints with basic auth credentials

Integrate document conversion jobs from your application

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

Gotenberg FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Gotenberg

How do I deploy Gotenberg with Server Compass?

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

Gotenberg 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 Gotenberg data?

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

How do I update Gotenberg to the latest version?

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

Is Gotenberg free to self-host?

Gotenberg 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.