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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
Select the tutorial-vps VPS, open the Apps tab, and start a new app deployment.
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Pastefy
Application512MB+ RAM
Open-source self-hosted pastebin with multi-paste support, encryption, syntax highlighting, and an API for programmatic uploads
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Deploy Pastefy in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Pastefy
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 Pastefy on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Pastefy template in Server Compass to deploy Pastefy with MariaDB on your VPS, then verify the paste service in a browser.
About 8 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 Pastefy
Use the template picker search to find Pastefy in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Pastefy template
Choose the Pastefy template. Server Compass fills the compose services, variables, and build settings for this template.
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Step 5Review the Pastefy settings
Confirm the app name and generated settings. In this run, the app was named pastefy-demo.
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Step 6Deploy Pastefy
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the port check passes, and click Deploy.
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Step 7Watch the deployment progress
Keep the deployment modal open while Server Compass uploads files, starts containers, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Pastefy is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Pastefy app is marked Running.
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Step 9Open Pastefy in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The loaded Pastefy page confirms the template is reachable.
After Pastefy Opens
- Create the first admin/user account only after confirming your production access policy.
- Add HTTPS and a domain before sharing paste links publicly.
- Back up the MariaDB volume because it stores the paste data.
Verified Result
Pastefy loaded successfully at http://167.233.138.53:4173/.
Pastefy deployment questions
What does the Pastefy template deploy?
Use the Pastefy template in Server Compass to deploy Pastefy with MariaDB on your VPS, then verify the paste service in a browser.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4173, mapped to container port 80.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Pastefy template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying Pastefy with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Visit the application URL
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Sign up as the first user
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Disable public registration if undesired
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Generate an API token from your user settings for CLI uploads
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Pastefy FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Pastefy
How do I deploy Pastefy with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Pastefy 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 Pastefy?
Pastefy 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 Pastefy data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Pastefy backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Pastefy to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Pastefy image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Pastefy free to self-host?
Pastefy 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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