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Planka

Application256MB+ RAM

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

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Deploy Planka in 3 Steps

1

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

2

Select Planka

Choose from our template library

3

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

Benefits of Deploying Planka with Server Compass

Self-hosting gives you full control over your data and infrastructure

One-Click Deployment

Deploy Planka to your VPS in under 3 minutes. No command-line required.

Full Data Ownership

Your Planka data stays on your server. No third-party access.

Use Any VPS Provider

Works with DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Vultr, AWS, or any server with Docker.

Automatic Updates

Keep Planka up-to-date with one-click container updates.

Explore Planka in Action

Server Compass provides everything you need to deploy and manage Plankaon your own infrastructure.

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Docker Compose Ready

Pre-configured docker-compose.yml for Planka with best practices.

Environment Variables

Easily configure all settings through an intuitive GUI.

Persistent Storage

Data volumes configured automatically for reliable storage.

Health Monitoring

Built-in health checks to ensure your service is running.

SSL/HTTPS Support

Easy SSL certificate configuration with Let's Encrypt.

Backup Support

Export and backup your data with simple commands.

After Deployment

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

1

Log in with admin credentials

2

Create your first project and board

3

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.

Ready to Self-Host Planka?

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