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DOKPLOY VPS HOSTING

Dokploy VPS Hosting - Deploy Apps on Your Server

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Deploy and manage apps on your own Contabo VPS with Dokploy. Use a clean web dashboard, Docker workflows, and keep full control over domains and SSL.

CLOUD VPS 4

Dokploy
Starter

€5.50
4
40 / month
for the first 24 months

Perfect for your first self-hosted app, a test environment, or simple internal tool for you or your team.


4 vCPU Cores
8 GB RAM
100 GB SSD
Auto Backup available
CLOUD VPS 8

Dokploy
Multi-App

€14.00
11
20 / month
for the first 24 months

Great for multiple services, databases, and template-based deployments on one VPS.


8 vCPU Cores
24 GB RAM
300 GB SSD
Auto Backup available
CLOUD VPS 16

Dokploy
Team Deployment

€37.00
29
60 / month
for the first 24 months

Built for production apps, shared team workflows, and heavier Docker-based deployments.


16 vCPU Cores
64 GB RAM
500 GB SSD
Auto Backup available

What is Dokploy?

Your self-hosted deployment platform for apps, databases, and services.
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Dokploy is a self‑hosted PaaS, which gives you a web dashboard to deploy and manage applications, databases, and services on infrastructure you control. It is similar to Vercel or Heroku but fully self‑managed.


Dokploy gives you a web dashboard for  Git‑based deployments , Docker and Docker Compose support, automatic SSL via Traefik, and centralized control of domains and infrastructure. On a Contabo VPS, Dokploy becomes a practical way to run your own deployment platform with full server‑level control, without relying on a third‑party cloud.

What Can You Do With Dokploy?

Dokploy is an open-source PaaS that stacks with Docker Compose, including volumes, networks, and env vars, or use Docker Swarm to spread services across multiple nodes.
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Docker Compose and Docker Swarm Support


Deploy Dokploy Docker Compose stacks with built-in handling for volumes, networks, and environment variables, or use Dokploy Docker Swarm for multi-node clusters.
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App Templates and Database Support


Launch Dokploy templates like Plausible, Pocketbase, and Cal.com, then provision PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, MariaDB, LibSQL, or Redis with storage and S3-compatible backups.
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Automatic SSL, Traefik, and Custom Domains


Dokploy uses Traefik for routing, wildcard subdomains, and custom domains. It can issue Let’s Encrypt SSL with DNS pointed to the server. Dokploy Cloudflare Tunnels are built-in and can run alongside Dokploy through Docker Compose.
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Multi-Server Management and Monitoring


Build Dokploy multi server setups and manage them as a cluster as your workloads grow. Benefit from Dokploy cluster support, real‑time monitoring, detailed deployment logs, and clear resource usage tracking.

Get Started in Minutes with Dokploy

Set up your self-hosted deployment platform on a Contabo VPS in just a few steps.

Step 1: Choose Your Plan
Pick a Contabo Dokploy VPS hosting plan with at least 2 GB RAM and 30 GB disk (4 GB recommended for multiple apps), then deploy it in your preferred region.


Step 2: Install Dokploy
SSH into your server and run the one-line Dokploy install script, which sets up the Dokploy dashboard and Traefik reverse proxy for you.


Step 3: Deploy from the Dokploy Dashboard
Open Dokploy, create an admin account, point your domain DNS to the server, then connect a Git repo or Docker Compose file and ship your first app.
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Dokploy System Requirements and Recommended Server Specs


Dokploy installations run on modest hardware, but your apps and databases need headroom. As a minimum, plan for 2 GB RAM, 1 vCPU, and 30 GB disk on your Contabo VPS, with port 80 and 443 open for the Dokploy dashboard (and port 22 for SSH).

  • Small app / testing: 2–4 GB RAM, ~40–80 GB disk.
  • Multi-app stack: 4–8 GB RAM, ~80–160 GB disk.
  • Heavier or production use: 8 GB+ RAM, 160 GB+ disk.


Pick the line that matches your workload, not just the minimum, and scale your Contabo VPS plan as your Dokploy setup grows.

Why Host Dokploy on the Contabo Cloud?

Self-hosted deployments on high-value cloud infrastructure.
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Running Dokploy VPS gives you full data ownership on your own server, with predictable pricing that doesn’t punish you for scaling.


  • Built for always-on Docker workloads: High-core VPS plans and fast SSD/NVMe storage handle containers, databases, and background jobs reliably.
  • Flat, transparent pricing: Unlimited traffic and simple monthly costs help Dokploy stay cheaper than most managed PaaS options as you grow.
  • Global regions for low latency: Multiple data center locations let you host Dokploy close to your users while keeping the dashboard responsive.


Together, Dokploy hosting at Contabo gives you a self-hosted deployment platform with the control of your own infrastructure and the economics of value-focused cloud hosting.

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Dokploy Pricing: Open-Source and Free Forever


Dokploy’s core is open source under the Apache License 2.0, with an open‑core model where some future premium features use the Dokploy Source Available License. The self‑hosted Dokploy you install on a Contabo VPS is free; if you ever choose the separate Dokploy Cloud managed offering (Dokploy license run by the Dokploy team, billed per server), you still pay Contabo only for your VPS via normal  Contabo pricing .

What Can You Integrate with Dokploy?

Dokploy connects your Contabo VPS to the Git providers, container registries, DNS, and storage services you already use, so deployments slot into your existing workflow.
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GitHub
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GitLab CI/CD
Docker
Docker
AWS S3

AWS S3
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Cloudflare Tunnels
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PostgreSQL
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MySQL
MongoDB

MongoDB
MariaDB

MariaDB
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LibSQL
Redis

Redis containers
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Grafana
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Prometheus
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Uptime Kuma
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Netdata

We're Right Where You Need Us

Run your setup in any Contabo data center worldwide for low‑latency Dokploy hosting, unlimited traffic, DDoS protection, and solid performance on your Dokploy VPS.
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Dokploy FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about Dokploy on VPS
What Is Dokploy and How Does It Work?

Dokploy is a self‑hosted deployment platform that runs on your own VPS. It uses Docker, Docker Compose, and Git-based workflows so you can build, deploy, and manage applications from a single web dashboard.

Is Dokploy Free to Use?

Yes. The self‑hosted version of Dokploy is free and open source under the Apache 2.0 license, so you only pay for your infrastructure (for example, a Contabo VPS), not for the Dokploy license itself.

What Are the System Requirements for Dokploy?

Dokploy system requirements: as a minimum, plan for 2 GB RAM, 1 vCPU, and 30 GB disk space with port 3000 open for the dashboard. If you host multiple apps and databases, choose a VPS with more RAM, CPU, and storage to keep everything responsive.

Is Dokploy Secure for Production Workloads?

Dokploy can be secure for production as long as you harden the server, keep Docker and the OS updated, and manage secrets carefully. Pair it with regular off‑server Dokploy backups and monitoring tools like Prometheus and Grafana so you can spot issues early and recover quickly.

Why Deploy Dokploy on a Contabo VPS?

Running Dokploy on a Contabo VPS gives you full control over the stack, predictable monthly pricing, and Dokploy VPS Hosting plans tuned for Docker workloads. You also benefit from unlimited traffic, DDoS protection, and multiple global regions for low‑latency access to the Dokploy dashboard.

What Can You Deploy with Dokploy?

You can deploy almost any Dockerized workload with the Dokploy deployment platform: web apps, APIs, background workers, cron jobs, and static sites. Dokploy templates also let you spin up common services like analytics tools and databases in just a few clicks.

How Does Dokploy Compare to Coolify, Caprover, and Dokku?

Dokploy sits in the same family as  Coolify , Caprover, and Dokku but focuses on a modern UI, Git integrations, and multi‑server management with a simple install. When comparing Dokploy vs Coolify or Dokploy vs Caprover or Dokku, Dokploy stands out as a strong option if you want a Docker‑first platform that feels closer to native tools than a fully managed PaaS.

Can I Use My Own Domain with Dokploy?

Yes. Point your Dokploy domain’s DNS records to your server, then attach that domain in the Dokploy dashboard. Traefik handles routing and can request Let’s Encrypt certificates so your apps use HTTPS automatically.

Does Contabo Offer Support for Dokploy?

Contabo supports the VPS hosting Dokploy runs on, including hardware, network, and basic OS issues. For Dokploy-specific configuration and troubleshooting, you’ll use the  official documentation  and community channels maintained by the Dokploy project.

The price displayed is the effective monthly rate for a 12-month subscription including applicable taxes.

Minimum initial contract length: 1 month | Minimum following contract length: Equal to the initial contract length | Minimum cancellation notice: None (pre-paid) or 4 weeks (post-paid).

Incoming Traffic: Unlimited and unmetered. No extra charges apply. | Outgoing Traffic: Unlimited - fair usage policy applies based on average server workloads. To maintain fair network performance for all customers, Contabo reserves the right to throttle servers with exceptionally high or disruptive usage patterns.

Applications and Add-Ons: Contabo provides full technical assistance for the Contabo VPS itself - including the network, hardware, and initial setup of any 1-click Add-Ons. Any additional open source software included in the applications is owned by the respective provider - maintenance, upgrading, and troubleshooting are within the end-users responsibility.