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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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SeaweedFS
Infrastructure512MB+ RAM
Fast, distributed object/file storage system with built-in S3 API and filer
infrastructurestorageseaweedfsopen-sourceself-hosteddocker
Deploy SeaweedFS in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select SeaweedFS
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 SeaweedFS on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the SeaweedFS template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted distributed file storage server on your VPS, then verify the SeaweedFS filer 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 SeaweedFS
Use the template picker search to find SeaweedFS in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the SeaweedFS template
Choose the SeaweedFS template. Server Compass fills in the SeaweedFS image, S3 API port, master port, filer port, and persistent data volume.
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Step 5Review the SeaweedFS settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named seaweedfs-demo and used host port 4150.
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Step 6Deploy SeaweedFS
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 SeaweedFS image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm SeaweedFS is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the SeaweedFS app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open SeaweedFS in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The SeaweedFS web UI confirms the site is reachable.
After SeaweedFS Opens
- Choose the specific buckets you want to expose and configure their parameters.
- Review the filer and master endpoints before connecting applications.
- Use the S3 API endpoint for applications that need object storage compatibility.
- Put the SeaweedFS filer, master, and S3 endpoints behind HTTPS or a private network before production use.
SeaweedFS deployment questions
What does the SeaweedFS template deploy?
It deploys SeaweedFS with filer, master, S3 API, and a persistent data volume.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4150, which maps to the SeaweedFS web server on container port 8333.
Why does the guide stop at the filer web UI web UI?
The tutorial verifies the filer web UI because volumes, filer paths, and S3 buckets depend on your production storage plan.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the SeaweedFS template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying SeaweedFS with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Verify the master dashboard at http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{MASTER_PORT} - you should see one volume server registered
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Create a bucket via S3: `aws --endpoint-url http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} s3 mb s3://test`
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Configure S3 identities by mounting a `s3.json` file and restarting with `-s3.config=/path/to/s3.json`
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For production, scale out by running additional volume servers pointing at the master
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
SeaweedFS FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting SeaweedFS
How do I deploy SeaweedFS with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select SeaweedFS 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 SeaweedFS?
SeaweedFS 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 SeaweedFS data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard SeaweedFS backup and restore procedures.
How do I update SeaweedFS to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest SeaweedFS image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is SeaweedFS free to self-host?
SeaweedFS 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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