Redis

Database64MB+ RAM

Redis cache with optional persistence

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Deploy Redis in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select Redis

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

Command Line Setup

Install Redis Manually

Set up Redis yourself using Docker Compose and the command line.

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/redis
cd ~/apps/redis

Write Your docker-compose.yml

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

docker-compose.yml

services:
  redis:
    image: redis:7-alpine
    ports:
      - "6379:6379"
    volumes:
      - redis_data:/data
    command: redis-server --appendonly yes
    restart: unless-stopped
    healthcheck:
      test: ["CMD", "redis-cli", "ping"]
      interval: 10s
      timeout: 5s
      retries: 5

volumes:
  redis_data:

Configuration Options

PORTHost port to expose(default: 6379)

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 6379/tcp
sudo ufw reload

# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:6379

Skip the Terminal

Want the easy way? Try Server Compass.

No terminal needed. Deploy Redis through a visual dashboard with automatic configuration.

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

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After Deployment

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

Test Redis connection

Configure password authentication (strongly recommended)

Set up persistence configuration (RDB/AOF)

Configure maxmemory and eviction policies

Set up monitoring and alerts

Consider setting up Redis Sentinel for high availability

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

Redis FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Redis

How do I deploy Redis with Server Compass?

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

Redis requires a minimum of 64MB 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 Redis data?

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

How do I update Redis to the latest version?

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

Is Redis free to self-host?

Redis 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.