Ontime
Ontime — production timer and rundown for live events, broadcasts, and conferences with stage views and OSC/REST control
Deploy Ontime in 3 Steps
Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
Select Ontime
Choose from our template library
Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
After Deployment
After deploying Ontime with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
Visit http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}}/editor and build your rundown (events, blocks, delays)
Open /timer or /minimal on a stage display browser to verify the public clock view
(Optional) Configure OSC/HTTP integrations under Settings → Integrations to drive Ontime from a hardware controller
(Recommended) Front the editor with Traefik + basic-auth via the Domains tab before going live
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Ontime FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Ontime
How do I deploy Ontime with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Ontime 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 Ontime?
Ontime 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 Ontime data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Ontime backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Ontime to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Ontime image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Ontime free to self-host?
Ontime 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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