Planka

Application256MB+ RAM

Elegant open-source project tracking tool built with React and Redux

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Deploy Planka in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select Planka

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

DIY Deployment

Self-Host Planka with Docker

Take the DIY route and deploy Planka on your own server using Docker.

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-ip

First time? Docker required! Install it with: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh

Create the App Directory

Organize your deployment by creating a dedicated project folder.

terminal

# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/planka
cd ~/apps/planka

Write Your docker-compose.yml

Create a new docker-compose.yml file and paste this configuration:

docker-compose.yml

services:
  planka:
    image: ghcr.io/plankanban/planka:latest
    ports:
      - "3000:1337"
    environment:
      - BASE_URL=http://localhost:3000
      - DATABASE_URL=postgresql://postgres:<your-db-password>@postgres/planka
      - SECRET_KEY=<your-secret-key>
      - [email protected]
      - DEFAULT_ADMIN_PASSWORD=<your-admin-password>
      - DEFAULT_ADMIN_NAME=Admin
      - DEFAULT_ADMIN_USERNAME=admin
    volumes:
      - planka_avatars:/app/public/user-avatars
      - planka_backgrounds:/app/public/project-background-images
      - planka_attachments:/app/private/attachments
    restart: unless-stopped
    depends_on:
      postgres:
        condition: service_healthy

  postgres:
    image: postgres:16-alpine
    environment:
      - POSTGRES_DB=planka
      - POSTGRES_PASSWORD=<your-db-password>
    volumes:
      - planka_db:/var/lib/postgresql/data
    restart: unless-stopped
    healthcheck:
      test: ["CMD-SHELL", "pg_isready -U postgres -d planka"]
      interval: 10s
      timeout: 5s
      retries: 5
      start_period: 30s

volumes:
  planka_avatars:
  planka_backgrounds:
  planka_attachments:
  planka_db:

Configurable Options

PORTHost port to expose(default: 3000)

DB_PASSWORDDatabase password

SECRET_KEYSession secret

ADMIN_EMAILAdmin email(default: [email protected])

ADMIN_PASSWORDAdmin password

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 -f

Open Firewall Ports

Open the required port in your firewall to allow access.

terminal

# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 3000/tcp
sudo ufw reload

# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:3000

Skip the Terminal

Want the easy way? Try Server Compass.

Forget SSH and YAML files. Deploy Planka visually with Server Compass in just a few clicks.

Visual config editor
Instant deployment
Automatic HTTPS
Smooth updates
Live monitoring
Quick rollbacks

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After Deployment

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

Create your first project and board

Invite team members

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

Planka FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Planka

How do I deploy Planka with Server Compass?

Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Planka 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 Planka?

Planka requires a minimum of 256MB 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 Planka data?

Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Planka backup and restore procedures.

How do I update Planka to the latest version?

Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Planka image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.

Is Planka free to self-host?

Planka 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.