Mealie
Self-hosted recipe manager and meal planner with a beautiful interface
Deploy Mealie in 3 Steps
Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
Select Mealie
Choose from our template library
Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
After Deployment
After deploying Mealie with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
Visit the application URL
Log in with the default admin email and password
Change the admin password in user profile
Create your household and start adding recipes
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Mealie FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Mealie
How do I deploy Mealie with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Mealie 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 Mealie?
Mealie requires a minimum of 512MB 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 Mealie data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Mealie backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Mealie to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Mealie image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Mealie free to self-host?
Mealie 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.
Ready to Self-Host Mealie?
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