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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
Select your VPS, open the Apps tab, and start a new app deployment. Keep sensitive server details hidden before capturing or sharing screenshots.
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MongoDB
Database512MB+ RAM
Document-oriented NoSQL database for modern applications
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Deploy MongoDB in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select MongoDB
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 MongoDB on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the MongoDB template in Server Compass to deploy a persistent MongoDB database on your VPS, then verify access from DB Admin.
About 5 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 MongoDB
Use the template picker search to find MongoDB in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the MongoDB template
Choose the MongoDB template. Server Compass fills the Docker image, persistent volume, root user, generated password, port mapping, and database connection metadata.
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Step 5Review the MongoDB settings
Confirm the app name and host port. In the pilot run, the app was named mongodb-demo and the host port was changed to 27018 to avoid conflicts with the default MongoDB port.
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Step 6Deploy MongoDB
Review the final settings, click Deploy Now, and let Server Compass create the MongoDB container and persistent volume on the VPS.
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Step 7Watch the deployment progress
Keep the deployment modal open while Server Compass prepares the project, pulls the Docker image, starts the container, and checks the service status.
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Step 8Confirm MongoDB is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the MongoDB app is marked Running with its database connection section available.
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Step 9Open DB Admin to verify access
Open the MongoDB app details and switch to DB Admin. Seeing the DB Admin screen load the MongoDB connection confirms Server Compass can reach the deployed database without exposing generated credentials.
After MongoDB Opens
- Keep generated MongoDB credentials masked in screenshots and docs.
- Create application databases, users, and collections from a trusted client or the Server Compass DB Admin workflow.
- Restrict external access later if MongoDB only needs to be reachable from Docker apps on the same server.
- Back up persistent volumes before using the database for production data.
Verified Result
Server Compass showed one running MongoDB container, host port 27018 mapped to 27017, and DB Admin loaded with the MongoDB connection available.
MongoDB deployment questions
What does the MongoDB template deploy?
It deploys the official MongoDB Docker image with persistent storage, generated root credentials, a port mapping, and Server Compass database metadata.
Which port did the pilot use?
The pilot used host port 27018 mapped to MongoDB port 27017 to avoid conflicts with any existing MongoDB service.
Why does DB Admin show no collections?
A fresh MongoDB deployment can be reachable even when no user-created collections exist yet. The important verification is that DB Admin loads through the deployed database connection.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the MongoDB template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
Self-Deploy Guide
DIY MongoDB Deployment
Learn how to self-host MongoDB with this hands-on deployment guide.
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Access Your VPS via Terminal
Open a terminal session and log into your VPS. Replace the placeholder with your actual IP.
terminal
# Connect via SSH
ssh root@your-vps-ip
# Alternative with key file
ssh -i /path/to/key root@your-vps-ipFirst time? Make sure Docker is installed on your VPS. Run: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
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Set Up Project Folder
Create a workspace for your deployment files.
terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/mongodb
cd ~/apps/mongodb3
Create the Compose File
Configure your containers with this Docker Compose setup:
docker-compose.yml
services:
mongodb:
image: mongo:7
ports:
- "27017:27017"
environment:
- MONGO_INITDB_ROOT_USERNAME=admin
- MONGO_INITDB_ROOT_PASSWORD=<your-mongo-password>
- MONGO_INITDB_DATABASE=app
volumes:
- mongodb_data:/data/db
- mongodb_config:/data/configdb
restart: unless-stopped
healthcheck:
test: ["CMD", "mongosh", "--eval", "db.adminCommand('ping')"]
interval: 30s
timeout: 10s
retries: 5
volumes:
mongodb_data:
mongodb_config:
Setup Variables
PORTHost port to expose(default: 27017)MONGO_USERRoot username(default: admin)MONGO_PASSWORDRoot passwordMONGO_DATABASEInitial database name(default: app)4
Deploy Your Stack
Spin up the containers and verify the deployment.
terminal
# Start all services
docker compose up -d
# List running containers
docker compose ps
# Watch the logs
docker compose logs -f5
Update Firewall Settings
Allow incoming traffic on the application port.
terminal
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 27017/tcp
sudo ufw reload
# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:27017Skip the Terminal
Skip the terminal. Use Server Compass instead.
Let Server Compass handle the complexity. Deploy MongoDB with a simple, intuitive interface.
- Beautiful interface
- One-click deploys
- Let's Encrypt SSL
- Zero downtime
- Container monitoring
- Easy rollbacks
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After Deployment
After deploying MongoDB with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Test database connection using mongosh
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Create additional databases and users for your applications
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Set up monitoring and alerts
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Configure backup schedules for the data volume
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Consider upgrading to replica set for production (see MongoDB Replica Set template)
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
MongoDB FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting MongoDB
How do I deploy MongoDB with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select MongoDB 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 MongoDB?
MongoDB 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 MongoDB data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard MongoDB backup and restore procedures.
How do I update MongoDB to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest MongoDB image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is MongoDB free to self-host?
MongoDB 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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