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Navidrome
Application256MB+ RAM
Modern music server and streamer compatible with Subsonic API
musicstreamingsubsonicmedia
Deploy Navidrome in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Navidrome
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 Navidrome on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Navidrome template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted music server and streamer with persistent data and music volumes on your VPS, then verify the Navidrome 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 Navidrome
Use the template picker search to find Navidrome in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Navidrome template
Choose the Navidrome template. Server Compass fills the Navidrome image, host port, published server URL, and persistent data and music volumes.
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Step 5Review the Navidrome settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named navidrome-demo and used host port 4533.
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Step 6Deploy Navidrome
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 Navidrome image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Navidrome is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Navidrome app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Navidrome in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Navidrome web UI confirms the site is reachable.
After Navidrome Opens
- Complete the Navidrome setup wizard before adding production music libraries.
- Mount a real music directory into the Navidrome container before indexing a library.
- Add a domain and HTTPS before exposing the music server to users.
- Configure users, libraries, metadata providers, and remote access settings before production use.
- Back up the Navidrome data volume before relying on the server for production music libraries.
Navidrome deployment questions
What does the Navidrome template deploy?
It deploys the official Navidrome container with a persistent data volume and a read-only music volume mounted at /music.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4533, which maps to the Navidrome web server on container port 4533.
Why does the guide stop at the first-run web UI?
The tutorial verifies the clean first-run web UI because real library paths, users, metadata providers, and remote access settings depend on the production server.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Navidrome template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
Why Self-Host Navidrome?
Navidrome is a modern music server compatible with the Subsonic API. Self-hosting lets you stream your entire music collection from anywhere, using dozens of compatible apps on every platform — without monthly streaming service fees.
Stream your music collection from any device, anywhere
Compatible with 50+ Subsonic apps across all platforms
Extremely lightweight — runs on minimal hardware
Automatic album art, artist info, and lyrics fetching
Multi-user support with individual playlists and favorites
Navidrome vs Alternatives
Navidrome vs Spotify
Spotify is subscription-based and removes music. Navidrome streams your permanent collection with no monthly fees.
Navidrome vs Jellyfin
Jellyfin does everything. Navidrome is focused on music with Subsonic API support and a much lighter resource footprint.
Navidrome vs Plex
Plex handles music but it's secondary. Navidrome is music-first with better library management and lighter resource usage.
Why Deploy Navidrome with Server Compass?
Server Compass deploys Navidrome with just 256MB RAM — perfect for adding music streaming to any existing server. It maps your music directory and configures persistent storage for the database automatically.
Download Server CompassAfter Deployment
After deploying Navidrome with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Create admin account
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Add music library path
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Connect Subsonic-compatible clients
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Navidrome FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Navidrome
How do I deploy Navidrome with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Navidrome 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 Navidrome?
Navidrome 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 Navidrome data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Navidrome backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Navidrome to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Navidrome image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Navidrome free to self-host?
Navidrome 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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