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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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Hi Events
Application1024MB+ RAM
Self-hosted event management and ticketing platform — create events, sell tickets, scan at check-in
applicationecommercehieventsopen-sourceself-hosteddocker
Deploy Hi Events in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Hi Events
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 Hi Events on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Hi Events template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted event management and ticketing platform on your VPS, then verify the signup page.
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 Hi Events
Use the template picker search to find Hi Events in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Hi Events template
Choose the Hi Events template. Server Compass fills the all-in-one Hi Events service, Postgres database, Redis queue, generated secrets, and public web port.
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Step 5Review the Hi Events settings
Confirm the app name and compose service. In this run, the app was named hi-events-demo and used host port 4230.
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Step 6Deploy Hi Events
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the Hi Events web port is available, and click Deploy.
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Step 7Watch the deployment progress
Keep the deployment modal open while Server Compass uploads the compose file, pulls the Hi Events image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Hi Events is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Hi Events app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Hi Events in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Hi Events signup page confirms the ticketing platform is reachable and ready for the first organization account.
After Hi Events Opens
- Create the first organization owner account immediately after deployment.
- Put Hi Events behind HTTPS before handling real ticket sales or attendee data.
- Back up the Postgres volume because it stores events, orders, attendees, and tickets.
- Configure SMTP before sending ticket emails to attendees.
- Configure a real payment provider before publishing paid events.
Verified Result
The Hi Events signup page loaded successfully from the deployed container.
Hi Events deployment questions
What does the Hi Events template deploy?
It deploys the Hi Events all-in-one image with Postgres and Redis service containers.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4230, which maps to the Hi Events web UI on container port 80.
Does Hi Events need setup after deployment?
Yes. Register the first organization owner, configure SMTP and payment settings, then create a test event and ticket tier.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Hi Events template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying Hi Events with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Open the application URL and create the first organization account
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Configure SMTP for ticket emails
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Connect a payment provider (Stripe) for paid events
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Create your first event with ticket tiers
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Test the checkout and check-in QR scan flow before publishing
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Hi Events FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Hi Events
How do I deploy Hi Events with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Hi Events 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 Hi Events?
Hi Events 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 Hi Events data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Hi Events backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Hi Events to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Hi Events image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Hi Events free to self-host?
Hi Events 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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