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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
Select the tutorial-vps VPS, open the Apps tab, and start a new app deployment. Keep sensitive server details hidden before capturing or sharing screenshots.
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IT Tools
Development128MB+ RAM
Collection of handy online tools for developers with a beautiful UI
toolsutilitiesdeveloperconvertersgenerators
Deploy IT Tools in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select IT Tools
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 IT Tools on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the IT Tools template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted browser-based developer utilities dashboard on your VPS, then verify the tools 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 IT Tools
Use the template picker search to find IT Tools in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the IT Tools template
Choose the IT Tools template. Server Compass fills the lightweight IT Tools service and web port.
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Step 5Review the IT Tools settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named it-tools-demo and used host port 3001.
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Step 6Deploy IT Tools
Review the generated compose settings, 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 IT Tools image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm IT Tools is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the IT Tools app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open IT Tools in the browser
Click Open Application or open the application URL in a browser. The IT Tools dashboard confirms the developer utilities are reachable and ready to use.
After IT Tools Opens
- Add a domain and HTTPS before sharing the service outside a private network.
- Confirm your threat model before exposing browser utilities publicly, even when processing is client-side.
- Document which tools your team should use for encoding, hashing, conversion, and generation workflows.
- Keep Server Compass and the IT Tools image updated so browser-side tools receive fixes.
- Avoid pasting secrets into tools unless you understand whether a specific utility runs fully client-side.
IT Tools deployment questions
What does the IT Tools template deploy?
It deploys the IT Tools container, a collection of browser-based developer utilities for encoders, converters, generators, hash tools, and similar daily operations.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 3001, which maps to the IT Tools web UI on container port 80.
Why does the browser verification stop at the first web UI screen?
A fresh IT Tools deployment is considered reachable when the tools dashboard loads. Choosing which utilities to use depends on your workflow and data-sensitivity policy.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the IT Tools template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
CLI Deployment
Deploy IT Tools Yourself
Want full control? Here's how to deploy IT Tools yourself using Docker Compose.
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Remote into Your Server
Initiate a secure shell connection to your server using the command below.
terminal
# Connect to your VPS
ssh root@your-server-ip
# Or with a specific SSH key
ssh -i ~/.ssh/your-key root@your-server-ipFirst time? Docker required! Install it with: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
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Create the App Directory
Organize your deployment by creating a dedicated project folder.
terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/it-tools
cd ~/apps/it-tools3
Write Your docker-compose.yml
Create a new docker-compose.yml file and paste this configuration:
docker-compose.yml
services:
it-tools:
image: corentinth/it-tools:latest
ports:
- "8080:80"
restart: unless-stopped
Required Settings
PORTHost port to expose(default: 8080)4
Launch the Containers
Start the services and tail the logs to verify startup.
terminal
# Spin up containers
docker compose up -d
# Verify deployment
docker compose ps
# Check logs for errors
docker compose logs -f5
Open Firewall Ports
Open the required port in your firewall to allow access.
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
Want the easy way? Try Server Compass.
Skip the terminal and deploy IT Tools with a visual interface. Configure everything with clicks, not commands.
- Visual config editor
- Instant deployment
- Automatic HTTPS
- Smooth updates
- Live monitoring
- Quick rollbacks
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After Deployment
After deploying IT Tools with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Open the IT Tools URL in your browser
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Browse and use the available tools
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No login required
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
IT Tools FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting IT Tools
How do I deploy IT Tools with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select IT Tools 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 IT Tools?
IT Tools requires a minimum of 128MB 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 IT Tools data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard IT Tools backup and restore procedures.
How do I update IT Tools to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest IT Tools image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is IT Tools free to self-host?
IT Tools 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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