Zabbix

Infrastructure1024MB+ RAM

Enterprise-grade open-source monitoring solution for networks, servers, and applications

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Deploy Zabbix in 3 Steps

Connect Your VPS

Add your server credentials to Server Compass

Select Zabbix

Choose from our template library

Deploy & Configure

Fill in settings and click Deploy

No Docker knowledge required

After Deployment

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

Open http://YOUR_SERVER_IP:{{PORT}} and sign in as `Admin` / `zabbix`

Immediately change the Admin password under Users -> Admin -> Change password

Add hosts to monitor under Configuration -> Hosts (install `zabbix-agent2` on each host you want to monitor)

Set up media types and triggers for alerts (email, Slack, webhook)

Front the web UI with a reverse proxy + TLS before opening it to the internet

Need help? Check out our documentation for detailed guides.

Zabbix FAQ

Common questions about self-hosting Zabbix

How do I deploy Zabbix with Server Compass?

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

Zabbix requires a minimum of 1024MB RAM. We recommend a VPS with at least 2048MB RAM for optimal performance. Any modern Linux server with Docker support will work.

Can I migrate my existing Zabbix data?

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

How do I update Zabbix to the latest version?

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

Is Zabbix free to self-host?

Zabbix 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.