MediaWiki

Application512MB+ RAM

Wiki platform powering Wikipedia - for documentation and knowledge bases

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Deploy MediaWiki in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select MediaWiki

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

Why Self-Host MediaWiki?

MediaWiki is the software that powers Wikipedia — battle-tested for creating documentation and knowledge bases at any scale. Self-hosting gives you the same powerful wiki platform for your organization with full control over content, access, and customization.

The same software powering Wikipedia — proven at massive scale

Powerful templating system for structured documentation

Fine-grained access control with user groups and permissions

Extensive extension ecosystem with 1000+ plugins

Full revision history for every page edit

MediaWiki vs Alternatives

MediaWiki vs Confluence

Confluence is proprietary with per-user pricing. MediaWiki is open-source, free, and more powerful for large knowledge bases.

MediaWiki vs Wiki.js

Wiki.js has a modern UI. MediaWiki offers deeper functionality, a larger extension ecosystem, and proven scalability.

MediaWiki vs BookStack

BookStack is simpler but less powerful. MediaWiki handles complex documentation with templates, categories, and semantic data.

Why Deploy MediaWiki with Server Compass?

Server Compass deploys MediaWiki with MariaDB backend and persistent storage for uploads and configuration. The installation wizard is accessible immediately after deployment.

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After Deployment

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

Complete the installation wizard

Create admin account

Configure wiki settings and extensions

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

MediaWiki FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting MediaWiki

How do I deploy MediaWiki with Server Compass?

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

MediaWiki 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 MediaWiki data?

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

How do I update MediaWiki to the latest version?

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

Is MediaWiki free to self-host?

MediaWiki 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.