RustDesk

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Deploy RustDesk in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select RustDesk

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

Manual Setup Guide

Set Up RustDesk from Terminal

Get your hands dirty: manual RustDesk deployment guide for developers.

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/rustdesk
cd ~/apps/rustdesk

Write Your docker-compose.yml

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

docker-compose.yml

services:
  hbbs:
    image: rustdesk/rustdesk-server:latest
    command: hbbs
    ports:
      - "21115:21115"
      - "21116:21116"
      - "21116:21116/udp"
      - "21118:21118"
    volumes:
      - rustdesk_data:/root
    restart: unless-stopped

  hbbr:
    image: rustdesk/rustdesk-server:latest
    command: hbbr
    ports:
      - "21117:21117"
      - "21119:21119"
    volumes:
      - rustdesk_data:/root
    restart: unless-stopped

volumes:
  rustdesk_data:

Environment Variables

PORTID server port(default: 21115)

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 21115/tcp
sudo ufw reload

# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:21115

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After Deployment

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

Get public key from logs

Configure RustDesk clients

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

RustDesk FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting RustDesk

How do I deploy RustDesk with Server Compass?

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

RustDesk 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 RustDesk data?

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

How do I update RustDesk to the latest version?

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

Is RustDesk free to self-host?

RustDesk 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.