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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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Typecho
Application256MB+ RAM
Lightweight, fast PHP blogging platform — minimalist alternative to WordPress with Markdown support and a clean writing experience
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Deploy Typecho in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Typecho
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 Typecho on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Typecho template in Server Compass to deploy a lightweight PHP blogging platform with MySQL on your VPS, then verify the first-run install wizard in a browser.
About 10 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 Typecho
Use the template picker search to find Typecho in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Typecho template
Choose the Typecho template. Server Compass fills the Typecho service, MySQL database service, generated database passwords, persistent volumes, and public web port.
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Step 5Review the Typecho settings
Confirm the app name, generated MySQL passwords, Typecho data volume, database volume, and compose services. In this run, the app was named typecho-demo and used host port 4174.
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Step 6Deploy Typecho
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the Typecho web port is available, and click Deploy.
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Step 7Watch the deployment progress
Keep the deployment modal open while Server Compass uploads the compose file, pulls the Typecho image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Typecho is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Typecho app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Typecho in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Typecho install wizard confirms the blog platform is reachable.
After Typecho Opens
- Complete the Typecho install wizard and create the administrator account.
- Confirm the database settings are prefilled from the template environment before finishing installation.
- Choose a theme, configure site settings, and write a test post before inviting authors.
- Put Typecho behind HTTPS before using production login sessions or publishing public content.
- Back up the typecho_data and db_data volumes because they store themes, uploads, posts, and the MySQL database.
- Keep the Typecho image updated for dependency and security fixes.
Verified Result
The Typecho install wizard loaded successfully from the deployed container.
Typecho deployment questions
What does the Typecho template deploy?
It deploys Typecho with a MySQL database and persistent volumes for Typecho user files and database storage.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4174, which maps to the Typecho Apache/PHP web server inside the container on port 80.
Does Typecho need setup after deployment?
Yes. Open the web UI after deployment, complete the install wizard, create the admin account, then configure the site title, theme, and writing settings.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Typecho template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying Typecho with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Visit the application URL
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Complete the install wizard (database settings should be pre-filled via env)
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Create your admin account
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Choose a theme and start writing
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Typecho FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Typecho
How do I deploy Typecho with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Typecho 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 Typecho?
Typecho 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 Typecho data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Typecho backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Typecho to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Typecho image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Typecho free to self-host?
Typecho 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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