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Overseerr
Application512MB+ RAM
Media request and discovery tool for Plex, Radarr, and Sonarr
media-requestsplexarr-stackdiscovery
Deploy Overseerr in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Overseerr
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 Overseerr on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Overseerr template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted media request and discovery server with persistent config volume on your VPS, then verify the Overseerr 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 Overseerr
Use the template picker search to find Overseerr in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Overseerr template
Choose the Overseerr template. Server Compass fills the Overseerr image, host port, published server URL, and persistent config volume.
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Step 5Review the Overseerr settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named overseerr-demo and used host port 5055.
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Step 6Deploy Overseerr
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 Overseerr image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Overseerr is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Overseerr app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Overseerr in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Overseerr web UI confirms the site is reachable.
After Overseerr Opens
- Connect Plex, Radarr, and Sonarr before using Overseerr for production request workflows.
- Connect real Plex, Radarr, and Sonarr services before opening requests to users.
- Add a domain and HTTPS before exposing the media request server to users.
- Configure users, libraries, metadata providers, and remote access settings before production use.
- Back up the Overseerr config volume before relying on the server for production request workflows.
Overseerr deployment questions
What does the Overseerr template deploy?
It deploys the LinuxServer Overseerr container with a persistent config volume mounted at /config.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 5055, which maps to the Overseerr web server on container port 5055.
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 Overseerr template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
Why Self-Host Overseerr?
Overseerr is a request management tool that lets users browse and request media which gets automatically sent to Radarr and Sonarr. Self-hosting gives your family and friends a beautiful interface to request movies and shows without needing direct access to your Arr stack.
Beautiful discovery interface for browsing and requesting media
Automatic integration with Radarr and Sonarr for fulfillment
User management with request quotas and approval workflows
Issue reporting for existing media problems
Mobile-friendly design for requesting on any device
Overseerr vs Alternatives
Overseerr vs Ombi
Ombi is the original but development slowed. Overseerr is more modern with better Plex integration and a cleaner UI.
Overseerr vs Petio
Petio is simpler but less maintained. Overseerr has active development and a larger feature set.
Overseerr vs Direct Radarr/Sonarr access
Overseerr provides a user-friendly interface so non-technical users can request media without touching your automation stack.
Why Deploy Overseerr with Server Compass?
Server Compass deploys Overseerr with persistent storage and Plex authentication pre-configured. It's the perfect frontend for your self-hosted media server that anyone can use.
Download Server CompassAfter Deployment
After deploying Overseerr with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Sign in with Plex account
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Connect to Radarr and Sonarr
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Configure request settings
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Overseerr FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Overseerr
How do I deploy Overseerr with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Overseerr 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 Overseerr?
Overseerr 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 Overseerr data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Overseerr backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Overseerr to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Overseerr image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Overseerr free to self-host?
Overseerr 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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