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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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MediaCMS
Application1024MB+ RAM
Modern media CMS for video and audio content
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Deploy MediaCMS in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select MediaCMS
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 MediaCMS on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the MediaCMS template in Server Compass to deploy an open-source video and media CMS with PostgreSQL, Redis, an admin account, and persistent media storage, then verify the MediaCMS web UI 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 MediaCMS
Use the template picker search to find MediaCMS in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the MediaCMS template
Choose the MediaCMS template. Server Compass fills the MediaCMS image, public URL, admin account, PostgreSQL, Redis, and persistent media storage.
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Step 5Review the MediaCMS settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named mediacms-demo and used host port 8080.
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Step 6Deploy MediaCMS
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 MediaCMS image, starts the containers, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm MediaCMS is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the MediaCMS app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open MediaCMS in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The MediaCMS web UI confirms the site is reachable.
After MediaCMS Opens
- Sign in with the generated admin account before accepting production uploads.
- Confirm the media data volume location before importing production media.
- Add a domain and HTTPS before exposing the media CMS to users.
- Configure site settings, upload policy, users, encoding settings, and moderation before production use.
- Back up the MediaCMS data and PostgreSQL volumes before relying on the server for production media libraries.
MediaCMS deployment questions
What does the MediaCMS template deploy?
It deploys MediaCMS with PostgreSQL, Redis, and persistent MediaCMS and database volumes.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 8080, which maps to the MediaCMS web server on container port 8080.
Why does the guide stop at the homepage?
The tutorial verifies the homepage because instance settings, admin account, media settings, upload policy, and site settings should be configured for the real server.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the MediaCMS template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
Command Line Setup
Install MediaCMS Manually
Set up MediaCMS yourself using Docker Compose and the command line.
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Remote into Your Server
Initiate a secure shell connection to your server using the command below.
terminal
# Connect to your VPS
ssh root@your-server-ip
# Or with a specific SSH key
ssh -i ~/.ssh/your-key root@your-server-ipFirst time? Docker required! Install it with: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
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Create the App Directory
Organize your deployment by creating a dedicated project folder.
terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/mediacms
cd ~/apps/mediacms3
Write Your docker-compose.yml
Create a new docker-compose.yml file and paste this configuration:
docker-compose.yml
services:
mediacms:
image: mediacms/mediacms:latest
ports:
- "8080:80"
environment:
- ADMIN_USER=admin
- ADMIN_EMAIL=<your-admin-email>
- ADMIN_PASSWORD=<your-admin-password>
- FRONTEND_HOST=<your-base-url>
- SECRET_KEY=<your-secret-key>
- REDIS_LOCATION=redis://redis:6379/1
- POSTGRES_HOST=db
- POSTGRES_PORT=5432
- POSTGRES_NAME=mediacms
- POSTGRES_USER=mediacms
- POSTGRES_PASSWORD=<your-db-password>
volumes:
- mediacms_data:/home/mediacms.io/mediacms
restart: unless-stopped
depends_on:
db:
condition: service_healthy
redis:
condition: service_healthy
db:
image: postgres:16-alpine
environment:
- POSTGRES_USER=mediacms
- POSTGRES_PASSWORD=<your-db-password>
- POSTGRES_DB=mediacms
volumes:
- postgres_data:/var/lib/postgresql/data
restart: unless-stopped
healthcheck:
test: ["CMD-SHELL", "pg_isready -U mediacms"]
interval: 10s
timeout: 5s
retries: 5
redis:
image: redis:7-alpine
restart: unless-stopped
healthcheck:
test: ["CMD", "redis-cli", "ping"]
interval: 10s
timeout: 5s
retries: 5
volumes:
mediacms_data:
postgres_data:
Configuration Options
PORTHost port(default: 8080)BASE_URLPublic URLADMIN_USERAdmin user(default: admin)ADMIN_EMAILAdmin emailADMIN_PASSWORDAdmin passwordDB_PASSWORDDB password4
Launch the Containers
Start the services and tail the logs to verify startup.
terminal
# Spin up containers
docker compose up -d
# Verify deployment
docker compose ps
# Check logs for errors
docker compose logs -f5
Open Firewall Ports
Open the required port in your firewall to allow access.
terminal
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 8080/tcp
sudo ufw reload
# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:8080Skip the Terminal
Want the easy way? Try Server Compass.
No terminal needed. Deploy MediaCMS through a visual dashboard with automatic configuration.
- Visual config editor
- Instant deployment
- Automatic HTTPS
- Smooth updates
- Live monitoring
- Quick rollbacks
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After Deployment
After deploying MediaCMS with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Login with admin credentials
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Configure site settings
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Upload media
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
MediaCMS FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting MediaCMS
How do I deploy MediaCMS with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select MediaCMS 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 MediaCMS?
MediaCMS 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 MediaCMS data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard MediaCMS backup and restore procedures.
How do I update MediaCMS to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest MediaCMS image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is MediaCMS free to self-host?
MediaCMS 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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