1
Step 1Open the server Apps tab
Select the tutorial-vps VPS, open the Apps tab, and start a new app deployment. Keep sensitive server details hidden before capturing or sharing screenshots.
Back to all templates
Picsur
Infrastructure512MB+ RAM
Self-hosted image sharing service with on-the-fly conversion and resizing (alternative to Imgur)
infrastructurestoragepicsuropen-sourceself-hosteddocker
Deploy Picsur in 3 Steps
1
Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
2
Select Picsur
Choose from our template library
3
Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
No Docker knowledge required
Step-by-step deployment guide
Deploy Picsur on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Picsur template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted image hosting and sharing app with Postgres, then verify the web UI in a browser.
About 10 minutesBrowser verified
2
Step 2Choose an app template
Click New App and choose the template deployment path so Server Compass can load the built-in catalog.
3
Step 3Search for Picsur
Use the template picker search to find Picsur in the Server Compass template catalog.
4
Step 4Select the Picsur template
Choose the Picsur template. Server Compass fills the web service, initial admin password, JWT secret, Postgres database, and persistent storage volume.
5
Step 5Review the Picsur settings
Confirm the app name and web UI port. In this run, the app was named picsur-demo and used host port 4205.
6
Step 6Deploy Picsur
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the Picsur web port is available, and click Deploy.
7
Step 7Watch the deployment progress
Keep the deployment modal open while Server Compass uploads the compose file, pulls the Picsur image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
8
Step 8Confirm Picsur is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Picsur app is marked Running with its application URL available.
9
Step 9Open Picsur in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Picsur login or upload page confirms the image hosting app is reachable.
After Picsur Opens
- Sign in with the initial administrator account and change the default credentials.
- Review upload limits and public sharing settings.
- Upload a small test image to confirm storage works.
- Back up both the Picsur storage volume and Postgres volume.
Verified Result
The Picsur web interface loaded successfully from the deployed container.
Picsur deployment questions
What does the Picsur template deploy?
It deploys the Picsur image hosting web app with a Postgres database and persistent application storage.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4205, which maps to the Picsur web UI on container port 8080.
Does Picsur need setup after deployment?
Yes. Sign in with the initial admin password, change credentials, and review upload and sharing settings.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Picsur template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying Picsur with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
1
Open http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} and log in as `admin` with the password you configured
2
Change the admin password from the user settings
3
Configure upload limits, allowed formats, and anonymous-upload policy under Admin Settings
4
(Optional) Set up the ShareX integration by copying the config from your user profile page
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Picsur FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Picsur
How do I deploy Picsur with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Picsur 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 Picsur?
Picsur 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 Picsur data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Picsur backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Picsur to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Picsur image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Picsur free to self-host?
Picsur 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 Picsur?
Download Server Compass and deploy Picsur to your VPS in under 3 minutes. No Docker expertise required.
Download Server Compass