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Application512MB+ RAM

WordPress CMS with MySQL database

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Deploy WordPress in 3 Steps

1

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

2

Select WordPress

Choose from our template library

3

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required
DIY Deployment

Self-Host WordPress with Docker

Take the DIY route and deploy WordPress on your own server using Docker.

1

Remote into Your Server

Initiate a secure shell connection to your server using the command below.

terminal
# Connect to your VPS
ssh root@your-server-ip

# Or with a specific SSH key
ssh -i ~/.ssh/your-key root@your-server-ip

First time? Docker required! Install it with: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh

2

Create the App Directory

Organize your deployment by creating a dedicated project folder.

terminal
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/wordpress
cd ~/apps/wordpress
3

Write Your docker-compose.yml

Create a new docker-compose.yml file and paste this configuration:

docker-compose.yml
services:
  wordpress:
    image: wordpress:latest
    ports:
      - "80:80"
    environment:
      - WORDPRESS_DB_HOST=db:3306
      - WORDPRESS_DB_USER=wordpress
      - WORDPRESS_DB_PASSWORD=<your-db-password>
      - WORDPRESS_DB_NAME=wordpress
    volumes:
      - wordpress_data:/var/www/html
    restart: unless-stopped
    depends_on:
      db:
        condition: service_healthy

  db:
    image: mysql:8.0
    environment:
      - MYSQL_DATABASE=wordpress
      - MYSQL_USER=wordpress
      - MYSQL_PASSWORD=<your-db-password>
      - MYSQL_ROOT_PASSWORD=<your-db-root-password>
    volumes:
      - db_data:/var/lib/mysql
    restart: unless-stopped
    healthcheck:
      test: ["CMD-SHELL", "mysqladmin ping -h localhost -u root -p$$MYSQL_ROOT_PASSWORD || exit 1"]
      interval: 10s
      timeout: 5s
      retries: 5
      start_period: 30s

volumes:
  wordpress_data:
  db_data:
Configurable Options
PORTHost port to expose(default: 80)
DB_NAMEDatabase name(default: wordpress)
DB_USERDatabase user(default: wordpress)
DB_PASSWORDDatabase password
DB_ROOT_PASSWORDRoot password
4

Launch the Containers

Start the services and tail the logs to verify startup.

terminal
# Spin up containers
docker compose up -d

# Verify deployment
docker compose ps

# Check logs for errors
docker compose logs -f
5

Open Firewall Ports

Open the required port in your firewall to allow access.

terminal
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 80/tcp
sudo ufw reload

# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:80
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After Deployment

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

1

Complete WordPress installation wizard

2

Install essential plugins (security, backup, caching)

3

Configure permalinks

4

Set up SSL certificate with Let's Encrypt

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

WordPress FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting WordPress

How do I deploy WordPress with Server Compass?

Simply download Server Compass, connect to your VPS, and select WordPress 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 WordPress?

WordPress requires a minimum of 512MB 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 WordPress data?

Yes! Server Compass provides volume mapping that allows you to import existing data. You can also use standard WordPress backup and restore procedures.

How do I update WordPress to the latest version?

Server Compass makes updates easy. Simply click the Update button in your deployment dashboard, and the latest WordPress image will be pulled and deployed with zero downtime.

Is WordPress free to self-host?

WordPress 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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