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RustFS
Database512MB+ RAM
High-performance S3-compatible object storage written in Rust
databasespecializedrustfsopen-sourceself-hosteddocker
Deploy RustFS in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select RustFS
Choose from our template library
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Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
No Docker knowledge required
Step-by-step deployment guide
Deploy RustFS on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the RustFS template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted S3-compatible object storage server on your VPS, then verify the RustFS web UI in a browser.
About 7 minutesBrowser verified
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Step 2Choose an app template
Click New App and choose the template deployment path so Server Compass can load the built-in catalog.
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Step 3Search for RustFS
Use the template picker search to find RustFS in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the RustFS template
Choose the RustFS template. Server Compass fills in the RustFS image, host port, and production environment.
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Step 5Review the RustFS settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named rustfs-demo and used host port 4263.
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Step 6Deploy RustFS
Review the generated environment values, confirm the port is available, and click Deploy Now.
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Step 7Watch the deployment progress
Keep the deployment modal open while Server Compass uploads the compose file, pulls the RustFS image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm RustFS is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the RustFS app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open RustFS in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The RustFS web UI confirms the site is reachable.
After RustFS Opens
- Choose the specific buckets you want to expose and configure their parameters.
- Create the first bucket and set access policies before connecting applications.
- Generate dedicated access keys for each application instead of using the root account.
- Put the RustFS API and console behind HTTPS before production use.
RustFS deployment questions
What does the RustFS template deploy?
It deploys RustFS as an S3-compatible object storage server with a browser console and persistent data volume.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4263, which maps to the RustFS web server on container port 9000.
Why does the guide stop at the web console web UI?
The tutorial verifies the web console because buckets, policies, and access keys depend on your production storage plan.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the RustFS template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying RustFS with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Open the web console at http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{CONSOLE_PORT}}
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Log in with RUSTFS_ROOT_USER and RUSTFS_ROOT_PASSWORD
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Create your first bucket and set access policies
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Generate access keys for application use
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Configure your S3 client to use http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} as endpoint
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
RustFS FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting RustFS
How do I deploy RustFS with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select RustFS 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 RustFS?
RustFS 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 RustFS data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard RustFS backup and restore procedures.
How do I update RustFS to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest RustFS image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is RustFS free to self-host?
RustFS 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.
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