SilverBullet
Personal productivity platform built on Markdown — wiki, notes, knowledge base, and lightweight programming environment
Deploy SilverBullet in 3 Steps
Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
Select SilverBullet
Choose from our template library
Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
After Deployment
After deploying SilverBullet with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
Visit the application URL
Log in with admin / SB_PASSWORD
Explore the welcome notebook
Install plugs (plugins) from Settings > Plugs to extend functionality
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
SilverBullet FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting SilverBullet
How do I deploy SilverBullet with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select SilverBullet 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 SilverBullet?
SilverBullet 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 SilverBullet data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard SilverBullet backup and restore procedures.
How do I update SilverBullet to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest SilverBullet image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is SilverBullet free to self-host?
SilverBullet 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.
Ready to Self-Host SilverBullet?
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