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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
Select the tutorial-vps VPS, open the Apps tab, and start a new app deployment. Keep sensitive server details hidden before capturing or sharing screenshots.
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Valkey
Database64MB+ RAM
Open-source Redis fork maintained by Linux Foundation
databasecacheredis-compatibleopen-source
Deploy Valkey in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Valkey
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 Valkey on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Valkey template in Server Compass to deploy a persistent Valkey in-memory data store on your VPS, then verify it with valkey-cli.
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 Valkey
Use the template picker search to find Valkey in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Valkey template
Choose the Valkey template. Server Compass fills the Valkey container, persistent data volume, host port, and append-only persistence command.
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Step 5Review the Valkey settings
Confirm the app name and compose service. In this run, the app was named valkey-demo and used host port 6379.
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Step 6Deploy Valkey
Review the generated settings, confirm the Valkey 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 Valkey image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Valkey is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Valkey app is marked Running with the database port available.
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Step 9Verify Valkey is reachable
Open the app detail view and verify the running Valkey container. In this tutorial run, valkey-cli returned PONG from inside the deployed container.
After Valkey Opens
- Decide whether Valkey should remain private to the VPS or be exposed to a trusted application network.
- Use firewall rules to restrict access before opening the Valkey port externally.
- Restrict external access to port 6379 unless remote clients explicitly need it.
- Configure regular backups for the Valkey data volume before storing production data.
- Review persistence and eviction settings before production use.
Verified Result
The Valkey container returned PONG from valkey-cli inside the deployed container.
Valkey deployment questions
What does the Valkey template deploy?
It deploys a Valkey container with append-only persistence enabled and a persistent Docker volume mounted at /data.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 6379, which maps to Valkey container port 6379.
Why is there no browser verification screenshot?
Valkey is a data store service, not a web application. The tutorial verifies it with valkey-cli inside the running container instead of opening a browser page.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Valkey template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
Self-Deploy Guide
DIY Valkey Deployment
Learn how to self-host Valkey with this hands-on deployment guide.
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Access Your VPS via Terminal
Open a terminal session and log into your VPS. Replace the placeholder with your actual IP.
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 Project Folder
Create a workspace for your deployment files.
terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/valkey
cd ~/apps/valkey3
Create the Compose File
Configure your containers with this Docker Compose setup:
docker-compose.yml
services:
valkey:
image: valkey/valkey:8-alpine
ports:
- "6379:6379"
volumes:
- valkey_data:/data
command: valkey-server --appendonly yes
restart: unless-stopped
healthcheck:
test: ["CMD", "valkey-cli", "ping"]
interval: 10s
timeout: 5s
retries: 5
volumes:
valkey_data:
Setup Variables
PORTHost port(default: 6379)4
Deploy Your Stack
Spin up the containers and verify the deployment.
terminal
# Start all services
docker compose up -d
# List running containers
docker compose ps
# Watch the logs
docker compose logs -f5
Update Firewall Settings
Allow incoming traffic on the application port.
terminal
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 6379/tcp
sudo ufw reload
# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:6379Skip the Terminal
Skip the terminal. Use Server Compass instead.
Let Server Compass handle the complexity. Deploy Valkey with a simple, intuitive interface.
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- Let's Encrypt SSL
- Zero downtime
- Container monitoring
- Easy rollbacks
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After Deployment
After deploying Valkey with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Test connection
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Configure password authentication
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Set up persistence
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Valkey FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Valkey
How do I deploy Valkey with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Valkey 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 Valkey?
Valkey requires a minimum of 64MB 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 Valkey data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Valkey backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Valkey to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Valkey image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Valkey free to self-host?
Valkey 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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