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OrangeHRM
Application512MB+ RAM
Open-source human resource management system
hrhrmsemployeesmanagement
Deploy OrangeHRM in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select OrangeHRM
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 OrangeHRM on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the OrangeHRM template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted human resource management system with MySQL on your VPS, then verify the OrangeHRM 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 OrangeHRM
Use the template picker search to find OrangeHRM in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the OrangeHRM template
Choose the OrangeHRM template. Server Compass fills in the OrangeHRM web service, MySQL database, generated database password, and generated root database password.
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Step 5Review the OrangeHRM settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named orangehrm-demo and used host port 3001.
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Step 6Deploy OrangeHRM
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 OrangeHRM image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm OrangeHRM is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the OrangeHRM app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open OrangeHRM in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The OrangeHRM web UI confirms the HR system is reachable.
After OrangeHRM Opens
- Complete the OrangeHRM installation wizard and create the administrator account before production use.
- Configure HTTPS, email delivery, employee records, roles, and organization settings before inviting HR users.
- Back up the OrangeHRM files and MySQL volumes before relying on production HR data.
OrangeHRM deployment questions
What does the OrangeHRM template deploy?
It deploys OrangeHRM with MySQL so teams can run a self-hosted HR management system.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 3001, which maps to the OrangeHRM web service on container port 80.
Why does the guide stop at the login or setup web UI?
The tutorial verifies the clean OrangeHRM web UI because employee records, roles, organization structure, and HR workflows depend on the production instance.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the OrangeHRM template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
Manual Setup Guide
Set Up OrangeHRM from Terminal
Get your hands dirty: manual OrangeHRM deployment guide for developers.
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Remote into Your Server
Initiate a secure shell connection to your server using the command below.
terminal
# Connect to your VPS
ssh root@your-server-ip
# Or with a specific SSH key
ssh -i ~/.ssh/your-key root@your-server-ipFirst time? Docker required! Install it with: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
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Create the App Directory
Organize your deployment by creating a dedicated project folder.
terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/orangehrm
cd ~/apps/orangehrm3
Write Your docker-compose.yml
Create a new docker-compose.yml file and paste this configuration:
docker-compose.yml
services:
orangehrm:
image: orangehrm/orangehrm:latest
ports:
- "8080:80"
environment:
- ORANGEHRM_DATABASE_HOST=db
- ORANGEHRM_DATABASE_USER=orangehrm
- ORANGEHRM_DATABASE_PASSWORD=<your-db-password>
- ORANGEHRM_DATABASE_NAME=orangehrm
volumes:
- orangehrm_data:/var/www/html
restart: unless-stopped
depends_on:
- db
db:
image: mysql:8.0
environment:
- MYSQL_ROOT_PASSWORD=<your-db-root-password>
- MYSQL_DATABASE=orangehrm
- MYSQL_USER=orangehrm
- MYSQL_PASSWORD=<your-db-password>
volumes:
- mysql_data:/var/lib/mysql
restart: unless-stopped
volumes:
orangehrm_data:
mysql_data:
Environment Variables
PORTHost port(default: 8080)DB_PASSWORDDB passwordDB_ROOT_PASSWORDRoot password4
Launch the Containers
Start the services and tail the logs to verify startup.
terminal
# Spin up containers
docker compose up -d
# Verify deployment
docker compose ps
# Check logs for errors
docker compose logs -f5
Open Firewall Ports
Open the required port in your firewall to allow access.
terminal
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 8080/tcp
sudo ufw reload
# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:8080Skip the Terminal
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Why type commands when you can click? Deploy OrangeHRM the easy way with Server Compass.
- Visual config editor
- Instant deployment
- Automatic HTTPS
- Smooth updates
- Live monitoring
- Quick rollbacks
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After Deployment
After deploying OrangeHRM with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Complete installation wizard
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Create admin account
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Configure organization structure
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
OrangeHRM FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting OrangeHRM
How do I deploy OrangeHRM with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select OrangeHRM 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 OrangeHRM?
OrangeHRM 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 OrangeHRM data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard OrangeHRM backup and restore procedures.
How do I update OrangeHRM to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest OrangeHRM image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is OrangeHRM free to self-host?
OrangeHRM 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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