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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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Verdaccio
Development128MB+ RAM
Lightweight private npm registry and proxy — host internal packages and cache public ones for faster installs
developmentdevtoolsverdaccioopen-sourceself-hosteddocker
Deploy Verdaccio in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Verdaccio
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 Verdaccio on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Verdaccio template in Server Compass to deploy a private npm registry and package proxy on your VPS, then verify the registry web UI 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 Verdaccio
Use the template picker search to find Verdaccio in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Verdaccio template
Choose the Verdaccio template. Server Compass fills the Verdaccio registry service, persistent storage/config/plugin volumes, and public web port.
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Step 5Review the Verdaccio settings
Confirm the app name, registry storage volumes, and compose service. In this run, the app was named verdaccio-demo and used host port 4245.
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Step 6Deploy Verdaccio
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the Verdaccio 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 Verdaccio image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Verdaccio is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Verdaccio app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Verdaccio in the browser
Open the registry URL in a browser. The Verdaccio package registry UI confirms the service is reachable.
After Verdaccio Opens
- Create the first Verdaccio user from the web UI or with npm adduser.
- Edit the Verdaccio config after creating the first admin user if you want to disable open signup.
- Point npm, yarn, or pnpm at the deployed registry URL before publishing a test package.
- Put Verdaccio behind HTTPS before sending npm credentials or using it with real packages.
- Back up the verdaccio_storage and verdaccio_conf volumes because they hold packages, users, and registry configuration.
- Keep the Verdaccio image updated for dependency and security fixes.
Verified Result
The Verdaccio registry web UI loaded successfully from the deployed container.
Verdaccio deployment questions
What does the Verdaccio template deploy?
It deploys Verdaccio as a single private npm registry container with persistent storage, config, and plugin volumes.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4245, which maps to Verdaccio inside the container on port 4873.
Does Verdaccio need setup after deployment?
Yes. Open the web UI after deployment, create the first user, tighten signup/publish rules, then configure npm to use the registry URL.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Verdaccio template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying Verdaccio with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Open http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} and create the first user via the UI or `npm adduser`
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Edit the config file in the verdaccio_conf volume (`config.yaml`) to disable open signup
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Configure your dev machines: `npm config set registry http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}}`
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Publish a test package: `npm publish` from a small project
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(Optional) Attach a domain via the Domains tab so you can run npm over HTTPS
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Verdaccio FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Verdaccio
How do I deploy Verdaccio with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Verdaccio 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 Verdaccio?
Verdaccio requires a minimum of 128MB 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 Verdaccio data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Verdaccio backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Verdaccio to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Verdaccio image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Verdaccio free to self-host?
Verdaccio 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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