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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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LocalStack
Development1024MB+ RAM
Local AWS cloud stack for development
awslocaldevelopmenttesting
Deploy LocalStack in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select LocalStack
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 LocalStack on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the LocalStack template in Server Compass to deploy a local AWS-compatible development endpoint on your VPS, then verify the LocalStack health API in a browser.
About 7 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 LocalStack
Use the template picker search to find LocalStack in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the LocalStack template
Choose the LocalStack template. Server Compass fills the LocalStack gateway service, enabled services list, persistence setting, and data volume.
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Step 5Review the LocalStack settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named localstack-demo and used host port 4566.
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Step 6Deploy LocalStack
Review the generated environment values, confirm the 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 LocalStack image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm LocalStack is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the LocalStack app is marked Running with its gateway URL available.
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Step 9Open the LocalStack health API
Open the LocalStack health endpoint in a browser. A successful JSON response confirms the AWS-compatible gateway is reachable.
After LocalStack Opens
- Point AWS SDKs or the AWS CLI at the LocalStack endpoint with `--endpoint-url`.
- Use LocalStack for development and testing, not as a production AWS replacement.
- Restrict network access before exposing the gateway outside a private development network.
- Back up the LocalStack data volume if you rely on persisted development state.
Verified Result
The LocalStack health endpoint responded successfully in a browser.
LocalStack deployment questions
What does the LocalStack template deploy?
It deploys the LocalStack container with persistence enabled, Docker socket access, and selected AWS-compatible services.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial verified LocalStack on host port 4566, which maps to the LocalStack gateway on container port 4566.
Why does the guide verify an API endpoint instead of a web UI?
LocalStack is an AWS-compatible API gateway for development. The health endpoint is the correct browser-safe verification target.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the LocalStack template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
Manual Setup Guide
Set Up LocalStack from Terminal
Get your hands dirty: manual LocalStack deployment guide for developers.
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Connect to Your VPS via SSH
Fire up your terminal application and establish a connection to your remote server.
terminal
# Access your VPS
ssh root@YOUR_SERVER_IP
# With SSH key authentication
ssh -i ~/.ssh/your-private-key root@YOUR_SERVER_IPFirst time? Ensure Docker is installed first: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
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Initialize Project Folder
Create a folder to house your Docker Compose configuration.
terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/localstack
cd ~/apps/localstack3
Create Docker Configuration
Define your services in a docker-compose.yml file:
docker-compose.yml
services:
localstack:
image: localstack/localstack:latest
ports:
- "4566:4566"
environment:
- SERVICES=s3,sqs,dynamodb,lambda
- DEBUG=1
- PERSISTENCE=1
volumes:
- localstack_data:/var/lib/localstack
- /var/run/docker.sock:/var/run/docker.sock
restart: unless-stopped
volumes:
localstack_data:
Environment Variables
PORTGateway port(default: 4566)SERVICESServices(default: s3,sqs,dynamodb,lambda)4
Execute the Deployment
Start your containers and verify they're running correctly.
terminal
# Launch the stack
docker compose up -d
# Verify container status
docker compose ps
# Follow the logs
docker compose logs --follow5
Allow Network Access
Update UFW rules to allow traffic on the application port.
terminal
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 4566/tcp
sudo ufw reload
# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:4566Skip the Terminal
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- No terminal required
- Point-and-click setup
- Auto SSL certificates
- Rolling deployments
- Health monitoring
- Instant rollbacks
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After Deployment
After deploying LocalStack with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Configure AWS CLI
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Use --endpoint-url
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Test with AWS commands
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
LocalStack FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting LocalStack
How do I deploy LocalStack with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select LocalStack 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 LocalStack?
LocalStack 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 LocalStack data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard LocalStack backup and restore procedures.
How do I update LocalStack to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest LocalStack image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is LocalStack free to self-host?
LocalStack 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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