Habitica
Gamified habit tracker and to-do list — level up your real life
Deploy Habitica in 3 Steps
Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
Select Habitica
Choose from our template library
Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
After Deployment
After deploying Habitica with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
Visit BASE_URL and register your account
Verify the email matches ADMIN_EMAIL to enable admin tools
Set up your daily habits and to-dos
Invite friends to a party for group quests
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Habitica FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Habitica
How do I deploy Habitica with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Habitica 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 Habitica?
Habitica requires a minimum of 1024MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 2048MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.
Can I migrate my existing Habitica data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Habitica backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Habitica to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Habitica image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Habitica free to self-host?
Habitica 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.
Ready to Self-Host Habitica?
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