Uptime Kuma

Infrastructure256MB+ RAM

Self-hosted monitoring tool like Uptime Robot

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Deploy Uptime Kuma in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select Uptime Kuma

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

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Manual Setup Guide

Set Up Uptime Kuma from Terminal

Get your hands dirty: manual Uptime Kuma deployment guide for developers.

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-ip

First time? Make sure Docker is installed on your VPS. Run: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh

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-kuma

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)

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 -f

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:3001

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After Deployment

After deploying Uptime Kuma with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup

Create admin account

Add monitors for your services

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.