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Open WebUI

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Self-hosted AI interface for Ollama and OpenAI-compatible APIs with chat, RAG, and model management

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Deploy Open WebUI in 3 Steps

1

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

2

Select Open WebUI

Choose from our template library

3

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

Benefits of Deploying Open WebUI with Server Compass

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

One-Click Deployment

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

Full Data Ownership

Your Open WebUI 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 Open WebUI up-to-date with one-click container updates.

Explore Open WebUI in Action

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

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Docker Compose Ready

Pre-configured docker-compose.yml for Open WebUI 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 Open WebUI with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup

1

Open the Open WebUI URL in your browser

2

Create your admin account

3

Connect to Ollama or configure OpenAI-compatible API endpoints

4

Start chatting with AI models

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

Open WebUI FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Open WebUI

How do I deploy Open WebUI with Server Compass?

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

Open WebUI 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 Open WebUI data?

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

How do I update Open WebUI to the latest version?

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

Is Open WebUI free to self-host?

Open WebUI 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.

Ready to Self-Host Open WebUI?

Download Server Compass and deploy Open WebUI to your VPS in under 3 minutes. No Docker expertise required.

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