
WordPress
WordPress CMS with MySQL database
Deploy WordPress in 3 Steps
Connect Your VPS
Add your server credentials to Server Compass
Select WordPress
Choose from our template library
Deploy & Configure
Fill in settings and click Deploy
Learn How to Deploy WordPress

How to manage multiple WordPress sites for clients easily with Server Compass
Learn how to efficiently manage multiple WordPress sites for your clients using Server Compass.
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Server Compass: Add Hostinger VPS & Deploy WordPress (No SSH Needed!)
Learn how to connect Hostinger VPS to Server Compass and deploy WordPress with one click using pre-built templates.
Watch tutorialSelf-Host WordPress with Docker
Take the DIY route and deploy WordPress on your own server using Docker.
Remote into Your Server
Initiate a secure shell connection to your server using the command below.
# Connect to your VPS
ssh root@your-server-ip
# Or with a specific SSH key
ssh -i ~/.ssh/your-key root@your-server-ipFirst time? Docker required! Install it with: curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
Create the App Directory
Organize your deployment by creating a dedicated project folder.
# Create and navigate to project directory
mkdir -p ~/apps/wordpress
cd ~/apps/wordpressWrite Your docker-compose.yml
Create a new docker-compose.yml file and paste this configuration:
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:
PORTHost port to expose(default: 80)DB_NAMEDatabase name(default: wordpress)DB_USERDatabase user(default: wordpress)DB_PASSWORDDatabase passwordDB_ROOT_PASSWORDRoot passwordLaunch the Containers
Start the services and tail the logs to verify startup.
# Spin up containers
docker compose up -d
# Verify deployment
docker compose ps
# Check logs for errors
docker compose logs -fOpen Firewall Ports
Open the required port in your firewall to allow access.
# Allow the application port through firewall
sudo ufw allow 80/tcp
sudo ufw reload
# Access your app at:
# http://your-server-ip:80Want the easy way? Try Server Compass.
Forget SSH and YAML files. Deploy WordPress visually with Server Compass in just a few clicks.
- Visual config editor
- Instant deployment
- Automatic HTTPS
- Smooth updates
- Live monitoring
- Quick rollbacks
After Deployment
After deploying WordPress with Server Compass, complete these steps to finish setup
Complete WordPress installation wizard
Install essential plugins (security, backup, caching)
Configure permalinks
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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