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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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SuiteCRM
Application512MB+ RAM
Enterprise-ready open-source CRM
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Deploy SuiteCRM in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select SuiteCRM
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 SuiteCRM on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the SuiteCRM template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted enterprise-grade open-source CRM with MariaDB on your VPS, then verify the SuiteCRM 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 SuiteCRM
Use the template picker search to find SuiteCRM in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the SuiteCRM template
Choose the SuiteCRM template. Server Compass fills the SuiteCRM image, MariaDB service, persistent site volumes, database settings, and required secret value.
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Step 5Review the SuiteCRM settings
Confirm the app name and compose services. In this run, the app was named suitecrm-demo and used host port 8080.
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Step 6Deploy SuiteCRM
Review the generated environment values, keep the database password masked, 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 SuiteCRM and MariaDB images, starts the containers, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm SuiteCRM is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the SuiteCRM app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open SuiteCRM in the browser
Click Open Application or open the application URL in a browser. The SuiteCRM web app confirms the deployed CRM is reachable.
After SuiteCRM Opens
- Sign in with the generated SuiteCRM administrator credentials from Server Compass.
- Keep the database and administrator passwords masked in screenshots and docs.
- Add a domain and HTTPS before inviting users or publishing content publicly.
- Create roles and permissions before publishing editorial workflows.
- Back up both the SuiteCRM application volume and the MariaDB data volume before storing production content.
SuiteCRM deployment questions
What does the SuiteCRM template deploy?
It deploys SuiteCRM with MariaDB and persistent application and database volumes.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 8080, which maps to the SuiteCRM web server on container port 8080.
Why does the browser verification stop at the web app?
A fresh SuiteCRM deployment is considered reachable when the web app loads. Continuing further would require entering generated administrator credentials, so the public guide verifies the safe pre-login state.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the SuiteCRM template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
Self-Deploy Guide
DIY SuiteCRM Deployment
Learn how to self-host SuiteCRM with this hands-on deployment guide.
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Start a Secure Shell Session
Open your terminal and connect to your server. Replace the IP address with your VPS IP.
terminal
# SSH into your server
ssh root@your-server-ip
# Using a custom SSH key
ssh -i ~/.ssh/id_rsa root@your-server-ipFirst time? Need Docker? Install it: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
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Prepare Your Workspace
Set up a clean directory for your application.
terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/suitecrm
cd ~/apps/suitecrm3
Set Up Container Configuration
Set up the container stack using this Docker Compose configuration:
docker-compose.yml
services:
suitecrm:
image: bitnami/suitecrm:latest
ports:
- "8080:8080"
environment:
- SUITECRM_DATABASE_HOST=mariadb
- SUITECRM_DATABASE_NAME=suitecrm
- SUITECRM_DATABASE_USER=suitecrm
- SUITECRM_DATABASE_PASSWORD=<your-db-password>
- SUITECRM_USERNAME=admin
- SUITECRM_PASSWORD=<your-admin-password>
- SUITECRM_EMAIL=<your-admin-email>
volumes:
- suitecrm_data:/bitnami/suitecrm
restart: unless-stopped
depends_on:
- mariadb
mariadb:
image: bitnami/mariadb:latest
environment:
- MARIADB_ROOT_PASSWORD=<your-db-root-password>
- MARIADB_DATABASE=suitecrm
- MARIADB_USER=suitecrm
- MARIADB_PASSWORD=<your-db-password>
volumes:
- mariadb_data:/bitnami/mariadb
restart: unless-stopped
volumes:
suitecrm_data:
mariadb_data:
Setup Variables
PORTHost port(default: 8080)ADMIN_USERAdmin user(default: admin)ADMIN_PASSWORDAdmin passwordADMIN_EMAILAdmin emailDB_PASSWORDDB passwordDB_ROOT_PASSWORDRoot password4
Bring Up the Application
Launch your application stack in the background.
terminal
# Start the containers in detached mode
docker compose up -d
# Check if containers are running
docker compose ps
# View logs
docker compose logs -f5
Configure Firewall
Configure your firewall to permit external connections.
terminal
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 8080/tcp
sudo ufw reload
# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:8080Skip the Terminal
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- Visual configuration UI
- One-click deployment
- Automatic SSL setup
- Zero-downtime updates
- Built-in monitoring
- One-click rollbacks
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After Deployment
After deploying SuiteCRM with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Log in with admin credentials
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Configure CRM modules and workflows
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
SuiteCRM FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting SuiteCRM
How do I deploy SuiteCRM with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select SuiteCRM 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 SuiteCRM?
SuiteCRM 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 SuiteCRM data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard SuiteCRM backup and restore procedures.
How do I update SuiteCRM to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest SuiteCRM image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is SuiteCRM free to self-host?
SuiteCRM 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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