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Step 1Open the server Apps tab
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Wallos
Application256MB+ RAM
Self-hosted subscription tracker — monitor recurring bills, renewals, and total monthly spend
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Deploy Wallos in 3 Steps
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Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
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Select Wallos
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 Wallos on a VPS with Server Compass
Use the Wallos template in Server Compass to deploy a self-hosted subscription tracker for recurring bills and renewals on your VPS, then verify the 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 Wallos
Use the template picker search to find Wallos in the Server Compass template catalog.
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Step 4Select the Wallos template
Choose the Wallos template. Server Compass fills the Wallos service, timezone setting, SQLite database volume, logo upload volume, and public web port.
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Step 5Review the Wallos settings
Confirm the app name, TZ setting, persistent Wallos volumes, and compose service. In this run, the app was named wallos-demo and used host port 4221.
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Step 6Deploy Wallos
Review the generated compose settings, confirm the Wallos 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 Wallos image, starts the container, and verifies the stack.
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Step 8Confirm Wallos is running
After deployment finishes, return to the Apps tab and confirm the Wallos app is marked Running with its application URL available.
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Step 9Open Wallos in the browser
Open the application URL in a browser. The Wallos registration or dashboard UI confirms the subscription tracker is reachable.
After Wallos Opens
- Create the first Wallos account from the web UI; the first registered user becomes the admin.
- Disable open registration from settings after the intended users have signed up.
- Set currencies, categories, and notification preferences before adding real subscriptions.
- Put Wallos behind HTTPS before using production login sessions or exposing billing data.
- Back up the wallos_db and wallos_logos volumes because they store subscriptions, settings, and uploaded logos.
- Keep the Wallos image updated for dependency and security fixes.
Verified Result
The Wallos web UI loaded successfully from the deployed container.
Wallos deployment questions
What does the Wallos template deploy?
It deploys Wallos as a single web container with persistent volumes for the SQLite database and uploaded subscription logos.
Which port did the tutorial use?
The tutorial used host port 4221, which maps to Wallos inside the container on port 80.
Does Wallos need setup after deployment?
Yes. Open the web UI after deployment, create the first admin account, then configure currencies, categories, and recurring subscriptions.
Should this become a blog post?
No. The deployment guide should live on the Wallos template detail page and be linked from the reusable template deployment docs page.
After Deployment
After deploying Wallos with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
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Open the URL and create the first admin account
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Disable open registration from settings
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Add currencies you use and configure the timezone
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Add categories and subscriptions, then check the dashboard for upcoming renewals
Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.
Wallos FAQ
Common questions about self-hosting Wallos
How do I deploy Wallos with Server Compass?
Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select Wallos 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 Wallos?
Wallos 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 Wallos data?
Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard Wallos backup and restore procedures.
How do I update Wallos to the latest version?
Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest Wallos image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.
Is Wallos free to self-host?
Wallos 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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