Miniflux

Application256MB+ RAM

Minimalist feed reader with clean UI and fast performance

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Deploy Miniflux in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select Miniflux

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

Why Self-Host Miniflux?

Miniflux is a minimalist feed reader focused on simplicity and speed. Self-hosting gives you a distraction-free reading experience with no ads, no tracking, and instant page loads — just your content, fast.

Minimalist design focused on reading content, not features

Lightning-fast — written in Go with minimal resource usage

Google Reader and Fever API compatible for mobile apps

Keyboard shortcuts for efficient reading

Built-in content scraping for feeds that show only summaries

Miniflux vs Alternatives

Miniflux vs FreshRSS

FreshRSS has more features. Miniflux is for users who prefer minimalism and the fastest possible reading experience.

Miniflux vs Feedly

Feedly is ad-supported and tracks reading. Miniflux is private, ad-free, and loads instantly on your own server.

Miniflux vs NewsBlur

NewsBlur has social features. Miniflux strips away distractions for a pure reading-focused experience.

Why Deploy Miniflux with Server Compass?

Server Compass deploys Miniflux with PostgreSQL for reliable feed and article storage. The minimal resource footprint means it runs alongside your other services without impact.

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After Deployment

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

Add RSS/Atom feeds

Configure integrations

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

Miniflux FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Miniflux

How do I deploy Miniflux with Server Compass?

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

Miniflux requires a minimum of 256MB 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 Miniflux data?

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

How do I update Miniflux to the latest version?

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

Is Miniflux free to self-host?

Miniflux 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.