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Miniflux
Application256MB+ RAM
Minimalist feed reader with clean UI and fast performance
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Deploy Miniflux in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Miniflux
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 Miniflux on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Miniflux template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted RSS feed reader with PostgreSQL on your VPS, then verify the Miniflux 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 Miniflux
Use the template picker search to find Miniflux in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Miniflux template
Choose the Miniflux template. Server Compass fills the Miniflux web service, PostgreSQL database, generated admin account, and database password.
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Step 5Review the Miniflux settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named miniflux-demo and used host port 3001.
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Step 6Deploy Miniflux
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 Miniflux image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Miniflux is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Miniflux app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Miniflux in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Miniflux web UI confirms the site is reachable.
After Miniflux Opens
- Log in with the generated admin account and change the password before production use.
- Configure HTTPS, admin password rotation, feed refresh settings, and API integrations before production use.
- Add a domain and HTTPS before exposing Miniflux to users.
- Back up the Miniflux PostgreSQL volume before relying on it for production feeds.
Miniflux deployment questions
What does the Miniflux template deploy?
It deploys Miniflux with web and PostgreSQL services.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 3001, which maps to the Miniflux web service on container port 3001.
Why does the guide stop at the first-run web UI?
The tutorial verifies the clean Miniflux login web UI because feeds, API integrations, and refresh schedules depend on the production server.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Miniflux template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
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.
Download Server CompassAfter Deployment
After deploying Miniflux with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Log in with admin credentials
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Add RSS/Atom feeds
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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.
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