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Speedtest Tracker

Infrastructure256MB+ RAM

Self-hosted internet speed tracking application with historical data and charts

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Deploy Speedtest Tracker in 3 Steps

1

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

2

Select Speedtest Tracker

Choose from our template library

3

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required
Terminal Deployment

Speedtest Tracker CLI Deployment

Deploy Speedtest Tracker the traditional way with SSH and Docker Compose.

1

Open a Terminal Connection

Start by opening a terminal window and connecting to your VPS via SSH.

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

2

Create Application Directory

Create a dedicated space for your application deployment.

terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/speedtest-tracker
cd ~/apps/speedtest-tracker
3

Create Deployment Configuration

Create a docker-compose.yml file with the following configuration:

docker-compose.yml
services:
  speedtest:
    image: ghcr.io/alexjustesen/speedtest-tracker:latest
    ports:
      - "8080:80"
      - "8443:443"
    environment:
      - PUID=1000
      - PGID=1000
      - APP_KEY=<your-app-key>
      - APP_URL=http://localhost:8080
      - SPEEDTEST_SCHEDULE=*/30 * * * *
      - APP_TIMEZONE=UTC
      - DB_CONNECTION=sqlite
    volumes:
      - speedtest_config:/config
    restart: unless-stopped

volumes:
  speedtest_config:
Deployment Settings
PORTHTTP port to expose(default: 8080)
HTTPS_PORTHTTPS port to expose(default: 8443)
APP_KEYEncryption key
4

Launch Your Application

Deploy the stack and monitor the startup process.

terminal
# Spin up containers
docker compose up -d

# Verify deployment
docker compose ps

# Check logs for errors
docker compose logs -f
5

Enable External Access

Set up firewall rules to permit incoming connections.

terminal
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 8080/tcp
sudo ufw reload

# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:8080
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  • Live monitoring
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After Deployment

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

1

Open the Speedtest Tracker URL in your browser

2

Log in with default credentials ([email protected] / password)

3

Change the default password

4

Configure scheduled speed tests

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

Speedtest Tracker FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Speedtest Tracker

How do I deploy Speedtest Tracker with Server Compass?

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

Speedtest Tracker 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 Speedtest Tracker data?

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

How do I update Speedtest Tracker to the latest version?

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

Is Speedtest Tracker free to self-host?

Speedtest Tracker 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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