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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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Gotify
Development64MB+ RAM
Self-hosted push notification server
notificationspushalerts
Deploy Gotify in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Gotify
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 Gotify on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Gotify template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted push notification server on your VPS, then verify the Gotify web UI in a browser.
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 Gotify
Use the template picker search to find Gotify in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Gotify template
Choose the Gotify template. Server Compass fills the Gotify service, persistent data volume, admin username, and admin password.
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Step 5Review the Gotify settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named gotify-demo and used host port 3001.
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Step 6Deploy Gotify
Review the generated environment values, keep the admin password masked, confirm the web port is available, and click Deploy Now.
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Step 7Watch the deployment progress
Keep the deployment modal open while Server Compass uploads the compose file, pulls the Gotify image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Gotify is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Gotify app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Gotify in the browser
Click Open Application or open the application URL in a browser. The Gotify login screen confirms the notification server is reachable.
After Gotify Opens
- Sign in with the configured admin credentials and rotate the password before production use.
- Store the administrator credentials and app tokens in a secure password manager.
- Add a domain and HTTPS before sending real production notifications.
- Create Gotify applications and client tokens for each service that will send notifications.
- Back up the Gotify data volume before relying on it for production alerts.
Verified Result
The Gotify app loaded successfully in a browser and displayed the login screen.
Gotify deployment questions
What does the Gotify template deploy?
It deploys the Gotify server container with a persistent data volume and configured admin credentials.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 3001, which maps to the Gotify web UI on container port 80.
Why does the browser verification stop at the login screen?
A fresh Gotify deployment is considered reachable when the login screen loads. Creating applications, clients, and notification tokens is environment-specific.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Gotify template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
Manual Deployment Guide
Manual Gotify Setup
For terminal enthusiasts: deploy Gotify manually with these simple steps.
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SSH into Your Server
Launch your preferred terminal and connect to your VPS using SSH.
terminal
# Log into your server
ssh root@<your-server-ip>
# If using key-based auth
ssh -i ~/.ssh/my-key root@<your-server-ip>First time? Docker not installed? Run: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
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Create Working Directory
Prepare a directory for your application files and configuration.
terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/gotify
cd ~/apps/gotify3
Configure Your Containers
Create the Docker Compose configuration file with these contents:
docker-compose.yml
services:
gotify:
image: gotify/server:latest
ports:
- "8080:80"
environment:
- GOTIFY_DEFAULTUSER_NAME=admin
- GOTIFY_DEFAULTUSER_PASS=<your-admin-password>
volumes:
- gotify_data:/app/data
restart: unless-stopped
volumes:
gotify_data:
Environment Configuration
PORTHost port(default: 8080)ADMIN_USERAdmin user(default: admin)ADMIN_PASSWORDAdmin password4
Deploy with Docker Compose
Launch the application stack using Docker Compose.
terminal
# Deploy the application
docker compose up -d
# Check container health
docker compose ps
# Monitor logs
docker compose logs -f --tail=1005
Open Required Ports
Enable external access by opening the necessary port.
terminal
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 8080/tcp
sudo ufw reload
# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:8080Skip the Terminal
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After Deployment
After deploying Gotify with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Log in with admin credentials
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Create applications and clients
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Gotify FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Gotify
How do I deploy Gotify with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Gotify 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 Gotify?
Gotify requires a minimum of 64MB 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 Gotify data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Gotify backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Gotify to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Gotify image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Gotify free to self-host?
Gotify 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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