Ollama

Development8192MB+ RAM

Run large language models locally with an OpenAI-compatible API. Supports Llama, Qwen, Mistral, DeepSeek, Gemma and 100+ open models.

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Deploy Ollama in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select Ollama

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

Benefits of Deploying Ollama with Server Compass

Self-hosting gives you full control over your data and infrastructure

One-Click Deployment

Deploy Ollama to your VPS in under 3 minutes. No command-line required.

Full Data Ownership

Your Ollama data stays on your server. No third-party access.

Use Any VPS Provider

Works with DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Vultr, AWS, or any server with Docker.

Automatic Updates

Keep Ollama up-to-date with one-click container updates.

Explore Ollama in Action

Server Compass provides everything you need to deploy and manage Ollamaon your own infrastructure.

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Docker Compose Ready

Pre-configured docker-compose.yml for Ollama with best practices.

Environment Variables

Easily configure all settings through an intuitive GUI.

Persistent Storage

Data volumes configured automatically for reliable storage.

Health Monitoring

Built-in health checks to ensure your service is running.

SSL/HTTPS Support

Easy SSL certificate configuration with Let's Encrypt.

Backup Support

Export and backup your data with simple commands.

After Deployment

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

Open the Ollama tab in ServerCompass to manage models and test the API

Pull your first model (Qwen3.5-9B recommended)

Use the API section to get endpoint URL and code snippets

Test with the built-in chat interface

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

Ollama FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Ollama

How do I deploy Ollama with Server Compass?

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

Ollama requires a minimum of 8192MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 16384MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.

Can I migrate my existing Ollama data?

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

How do I update Ollama to the latest version?

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

Is Ollama free to self-host?

Ollama 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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