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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
Select your VPS, open the Apps tab, and start a new app deployment.
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Twenty CRM
Application2048MB+ RAM
Modern open-source CRM with a beautiful interface
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Deploy Twenty CRM in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Twenty CRM
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 Twenty CRM on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Twenty CRM template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted modern CRM with PostgreSQL and Redis, then verify the workspace UI in a browser.
About 8 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 Twenty CRM
Use the template picker search to find Twenty CRM.
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Step 4Select the Twenty CRM template
Choose the Twenty CRM template. Server Compass fills the app image, PostgreSQL service, Redis service, persistent storage, URLs, and secrets.
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Step 5Review the Twenty CRM settings
Confirm the app name, compose services, and generated configuration.
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Step 6Deploy Twenty CRM
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 pulls images, starts services, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Twenty CRM is running
After deployment finishes, confirm the Twenty CRM app is marked Running.
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Step 9Open Twenty CRM in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Twenty CRM workspace UI confirms the app is reachable.
After Twenty CRM Opens
- Create or secure the first workspace account before production use.
- Add a domain and HTTPS before inviting users.
- Back up PostgreSQL and local storage volumes.
Verified Result
Twenty CRM loaded successfully and displayed the workspace UI with Companies, People, Opportunities, and other CRM sections.
Twenty CRM deployment questions
What does the Twenty CRM template deploy?
It deploys Twenty CRM with PostgreSQL, Redis, and persistent local storage.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 3000, which maps to the Twenty CRM web server on container port 3000.
Self-Deploy Guide
DIY Twenty CRM Deployment
Learn how to self-host Twenty CRM with this hands-on deployment guide.
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SSH into Your Server
Launch your preferred terminal and connect to your VPS using SSH.
terminal
# Log into your server
ssh root@<your-server-ip>
# If using key-based auth
ssh -i ~/.ssh/my-key root@<your-server-ip>First time? Docker not installed? Run: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
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Create Working Directory
Prepare a directory for your application files and configuration.
terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/twenty-crm
cd ~/apps/twenty-crm3
Configure Your Containers
Create the Docker Compose configuration file with these contents:
docker-compose.yml
services:
twenty:
image: twentycrm/twenty:latest
ports:
- "3000:3000"
environment:
- SERVER_URL=<your-server-url>
- FRONT_BASE_URL=<your-front-base-url>
- HOST=0.0.0.0
- NODE_ENV=production
- APP_SECRET=<your-app-secret>
- ACCESS_TOKEN_SECRET=<your-access-token-secret>
- LOGIN_TOKEN_SECRET=<your-login-token-secret>
- REFRESH_TOKEN_SECRET=<your-refresh-token-secret>
- FILE_TOKEN_SECRET=<your-file-token-secret>
- PG_DATABASE_URL=postgresql://twenty:<your-db-password>@db:5432/twenty
- REDIS_URL=redis://redis:6379
volumes:
- twenty_data:/app/.local-storage
restart: unless-stopped
depends_on:
db:
condition: service_healthy
redis:
condition: service_healthy
db:
image: postgres:16-alpine
environment:
- POSTGRES_DB=twenty
- POSTGRES_USER=twenty
- POSTGRES_PASSWORD=<your-db-password>
volumes:
- db_data:/var/lib/postgresql/data
restart: unless-stopped
healthcheck:
test: ["CMD-SHELL", "pg_isready -U twenty -d twenty"]
interval: 10s
timeout: 5s
retries: 5
start_period: 30s
redis:
image: redis:7-alpine
volumes:
- redis_data:/data
restart: unless-stopped
healthcheck:
test: ["CMD", "redis-cli", "ping"]
interval: 10s
timeout: 5s
retries: 5
volumes:
twenty_data:
db_data:
redis_data:
Setup Variables
PORTHost port to expose(default: 3000)SERVER_URLServer URLFRONT_BASE_URLFrontend URLAPP_SECRETApp secretACCESS_TOKEN_SECRETAccess token secretLOGIN_TOKEN_SECRETLogin token secret4
Deploy with Docker Compose
Launch the application stack using Docker Compose.
terminal
# Deploy the application
docker compose up -d
# Check container health
docker compose ps
# Monitor logs
docker compose logs -f --tail=1005
Open Required Ports
Enable external access by opening the necessary port.
terminal
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 3000/tcp
sudo ufw reload
# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:3000Skip the Terminal
There's an easier way. Meet Server Compass.
Let Server Compass handle the complexity. Deploy Twenty CRM with a simple, intuitive interface.
- Intuitive dashboard
- Deploy in 3 minutes
- Free SSL included
- Blue-green deploys
- Real-time logs
- Version history
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After Deployment
After deploying Twenty CRM with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Create your account
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Import contacts and companies
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Set up pipelines and deals
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Twenty CRM FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Twenty CRM
How do I deploy Twenty CRM with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Twenty CRM 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 Twenty CRM?
Twenty CRM requires a minimum of 2048MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 4096MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.
Can I migrate my existing Twenty CRM data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Twenty CRM backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Twenty CRM to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Twenty CRM image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Twenty CRM free to self-host?
Twenty CRM 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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