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Mailcow

Infrastructure4096MB+ RAM

Full-featured mail server with webmail

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Deploy Mailcow in 3 Steps

1

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

2

Select Mailcow

Choose from our template library

3

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

Benefits of Deploying Mailcow with Server Compass

Self-hosting gives you full control over your data and infrastructure

One-Click Deployment

Deploy Mailcow to your VPS in under 3 minutes. No command-line required.

Full Data Ownership

Your Mailcow data stays on your server. No third-party access.

Use Any VPS Provider

Works with DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Vultr, AWS, or any server with Docker.

Automatic Updates

Keep Mailcow up-to-date with one-click container updates.

Explore Mailcow in Action

Server Compass provides everything you need to deploy and manage Mailcowon your own infrastructure.

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Docker Compose Ready

Pre-configured docker-compose.yml for Mailcow with best practices.

Environment Variables

Easily configure all settings through an intuitive GUI.

Persistent Storage

Data volumes configured automatically for reliable storage.

Health Monitoring

Built-in health checks to ensure your service is running.

SSL/HTTPS Support

Easy SSL certificate configuration with Let's Encrypt.

Backup Support

Export and backup your data with simple commands.

Mailcow FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Mailcow

How do I deploy Mailcow with Server Compass?

Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Mailcow 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 Mailcow?

Mailcow requires a minimum of 4096MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 8192MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.

Can I migrate my existing Mailcow data?

Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Mailcow backup and restore procedures.

How do I update Mailcow to the latest version?

Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Mailcow image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.

Is Mailcow free to self-host?

Mailcow is open-source software. You only pay for your VPS hosting (typically $5-20/month) and optionally Server Compass ($19 one-time). No subscription fees or per-seat pricing.

Ready to Self-Host Mailcow?

Download Server Compass and deploy Mailcow to your VPS in under 3 minutes. No Docker expertise required.

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