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Seafile

Infrastructure1024MB+ RAM

File sync and share with versioning

storagefilesversioningsync

Deploy Seafile in 3 Steps

1

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

2

Select Seafile

Choose from our template library

3

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

Benefits of Deploying Seafile with Server Compass

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

One-Click Deployment

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

Full Data Ownership

Your Seafile 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 Seafile up-to-date with one-click container updates.

Explore Seafile in Action

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

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Docker Compose Ready

Pre-configured docker-compose.yml for Seafile 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.

Seafile FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Seafile

How do I deploy Seafile with Server Compass?

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

Seafile requires a minimum of 1024MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 2048MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.

Can I migrate my existing Seafile data?

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

How do I update Seafile to the latest version?

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

Is Seafile free to self-host?

Seafile is open-source software. You only pay for your VPS hosting (typically $5-20/month) and optionally Server Compass ($19 one-time). No subscription fees or per-seat pricing.

Ready to Self-Host Seafile?

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