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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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Kestra
Development1024MB+ RAM
Kestra — open-source orchestration platform for data pipelines, ETL, scheduled jobs, and event-driven workflows defined in YAML
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Deploy Kestra in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Kestra
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 Kestra on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Kestra template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted workflow orchestration platform on your VPS, then verify the dashboard.
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 Kestra
Use the template picker search to find Kestra in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Kestra template
Choose the Kestra template. Server Compass fills the standalone Kestra service, Postgres database service, repository settings, storage volume, and public web port.
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Step 5Review the Kestra settings
Confirm the app name and compose service. In this run, the app was named kestra-demo and used host port 4190.
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Step 6Deploy Kestra
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the Kestra 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 Kestra image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Kestra is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Kestra app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Kestra in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Kestra dashboard confirms the orchestration service is reachable and ready to create flows.
After Kestra Opens
- Create a first namespace and sample flow from the Flows section.
- Run a sample flow and inspect the Executions tab to confirm Postgres-backed execution storage works.
- Enable basic auth or put Kestra behind reverse proxy authentication before exposing it publicly.
- Treat the Docker socket mount as sensitive host-level access.
- Back up both the Kestra storage volume and Postgres database volume.
Verified Result
The Kestra web interface loaded successfully from the deployed container.
Kestra deployment questions
What does the Kestra template deploy?
It deploys Kestra standalone with Postgres repository storage, a local storage volume, and Docker socket access for Docker-based task runners.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4190, which maps to the Kestra web UI on container port 8080.
Does Kestra need setup after deployment?
No login is required by this template. Open the dashboard, create a namespace, then create and run a sample YAML flow.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Kestra template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying Kestra with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Visit http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} and confirm the Kestra dashboard loads
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Create your first namespace and flow (Flows → Create) using the YAML editor
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Run a sample flow and inspect the Executions tab to confirm Postgres + storage are wired up
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(Recommended) Enable basic-auth in KESTRA_CONFIGURATION and redeploy before exposing publicly
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(Optional) Add a real domain via the Domains tab and put Kestra behind HTTPS
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Kestra FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Kestra
How do I deploy Kestra with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Kestra 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 Kestra?
Kestra 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 Kestra data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Kestra backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Kestra to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Kestra image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Kestra free to self-host?
Kestra 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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