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Movary

Application512MB+ RAM

Self-hosted movie history tracker — log watched films, ratings, and import from Trakt/Letterboxd

applicationmediamovaryopen-sourceself-hosteddocker

Deploy Movary in 3 Steps

1

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

2

Select Movary

Choose from our template library

3

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

After Deployment

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

1

Open the URL and create your account

2

Add a TMDB API key in user settings

3

Disable open registration from the admin panel

4

Optionally import history from Trakt, Letterboxd, IMDb, or Netflix

5

Start logging watched films from the dashboard

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

Movary FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Movary

How do I deploy Movary with Server Compass?

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

Movary 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 Movary data?

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

How do I update Movary to the latest version?

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

Is Movary free to self-host?

Movary 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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