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Uptime Kuma
Infrastructure256MB+ RAM
Self-hosted monitoring tool like Uptime Robot
monitoringuptimealerts
Deploy Uptime Kuma in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Uptime Kuma
Choose from our template library
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Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
No Docker knowledge required
Video Tutorials
Learn How to Deploy Uptime Kuma
Step-by-step deployment guide
Deploy Uptime Kuma on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Uptime Kuma template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted uptime monitoring app with Docker, then open the first-run setup screen in your browser.
About 5 minutesBrowser verified
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Step 2Search for Uptime Kuma
Use the template picker search to find Uptime Kuma in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 3Select the Uptime Kuma template
Choose the Uptime Kuma template. Server Compass loads the Docker settings and the default web UI port for you.
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Step 4Review deployment settings
Confirm the app name, build target, and host port. In the pilot run, the app was named uptime-kuma-demo and used port 3001.
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Step 5Deploy the template
Click Deploy Now and let Server Compass pull the image, create the volume, and start the Uptime Kuma container on your VPS.
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Step 6Open Uptime Kuma in a browser
Click Open Application or open the deployed URL in a browser. The first-run setup screen confirms the app is reachable. Stop before creating an admin account unless your tutorial run explicitly includes that step.
After Uptime Kuma Opens
- Create the first Uptime Kuma admin account.
- Add monitors for the services that should be checked.
- Configure notifications before relying on the monitor for production alerts.
- Attach a domain and HTTPS if the status dashboard should be used outside a private network.
Verified Result
The browser loaded the Uptime Kuma setup page with the admin account creation form.
Uptime Kuma deployment questions
What does the Uptime Kuma template deploy?
It deploys the open-source Uptime Kuma monitoring app in Docker so you can track uptime and configure alerts from a browser.
Which port does Uptime Kuma use?
The template exposes the Uptime Kuma web UI on the configured host port. The pilot used port 3001 to avoid an existing app on port 3000.
What should I do after Uptime Kuma opens?
Create the first admin account, add monitors for your services, and configure notification channels before depending on it for production alerts.
Manual Setup Guide
Set Up Uptime Kuma from Terminal
Get your hands dirty: manual Uptime Kuma deployment guide for developers.
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Access Your VPS Terminal
Use your terminal to securely access your server. You'll need your server's IP address.
terminal
# Connect via SSH
ssh root@your-vps-ip
# Alternative with key file
ssh -i /path/to/key root@your-vps-ipFirst time? Make sure Docker is installed on your VPS. Run: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
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Set Up the Deployment Folder
Initialize a project folder on your server.
terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/uptime-kuma
cd ~/apps/uptime-kuma3
Set Up the Stack Definition
Use this Docker Compose configuration for your deployment:
docker-compose.yml
services:
uptime-kuma:
image: louislam/uptime-kuma:latest
ports:
- "3001:3001"
volumes:
- uptime_kuma_data:/app/data
restart: unless-stopped
volumes:
uptime_kuma_data:
Environment Variables
PORTHost port(default: 3001)4
Start the Containers
Bring up your containers in detached mode.
terminal
# Start all services
docker compose up -d
# List running containers
docker compose ps
# Watch the logs
docker compose logs -f5
Set Up Firewall Rules
Allow the application port through your server's firewall.
terminal
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 3001/tcp
sudo ufw reload
# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:3001Skip the Terminal
Let Server Compass do the heavy lifting.
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After Deployment
After deploying Uptime Kuma with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Create admin account
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Add monitors for your services
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Configure notifications
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Uptime Kuma FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Uptime Kuma
How do I deploy Uptime Kuma with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Uptime Kuma 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 Uptime Kuma?
Uptime Kuma 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 Uptime Kuma data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Uptime Kuma backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Uptime Kuma to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Uptime Kuma image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Uptime Kuma free to self-host?
Uptime Kuma 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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