Mailpit

Development128MB+ RAM

Email and SMTP testing tool with a web inbox for development and staging environments

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Deploy Mailpit in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select Mailpit

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

After Deployment

After deploying Mailpit with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup

Open Mailpit at http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}}

Point a test app's SMTP host to YOUR_SERVER_IP and port {{SMTP_PORT}}

Send a test email and confirm it appears in the inbox

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

Mailpit FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Mailpit

How do I deploy Mailpit with Server Compass?

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

Mailpit 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 Mailpit data?

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

How do I update Mailpit to the latest version?

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

Is Mailpit free to self-host?

Mailpit 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.