Overseerr

Application512MB+ RAM

Media request and discovery tool for Plex, Radarr, and Sonarr

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Deploy Overseerr in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select Overseerr

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

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.

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After Deployment

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

Connect to Radarr and Sonarr

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.