Does Dokploy use Kubernetes?

No. Dokploy uses Docker Swarm, which is simpler to operate on a single VPS. If you need Kubernetes, alternatives like k3s are available.

What's the difference from Coolify?

Dokploy is lighter and more direct. Coolify has more features (Nixpacks, preview deployments). Dokploy suits those who are comfortable with Docker Compose and just want a management interface.

Can Dokploy be used with private registries?

Yes. Dokploy supports private Docker registries (private Docker Hub, GitLab Registry, GHCR…).

Does Dokploy handle backups?

Yes. Dokploy includes an automatic backup system for PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and Redis to external storage (S3, local).

Deploy and manage modern applications.

Dokploy

Manage your Docker containers and deploy your apps from a simple, fast interface.

1 GB RAM 1 vCPU Port 3000 Available

Source code

Tech stack

DockerDocker SwarmTraefik

Minimum RAM1 GB

Minimum CPU1 vCPU

Default port3000

Compatible OSubuntu-24.04

Dokploy is a lightweight deployment management tool that simplifies the orchestration of Docker containers and Docker Compose services. Its intuitive web interface lets you deploy applications, manage environment variables, view logs, and configure domains without ever touching the command line.

Ideal for developers and small teams who want the benefits of Docker without the complexity of Kubernetes or a full PaaS, Dokploy offers a perfect balance between simplicity and control. It supports deployment from Git, Docker Hub images, and Docker Compose files.

Key features

Web interface to manage containers and Docker Compose

Deployment from Git, Docker Hub, or a Compose file

Per-service environment variable management

Automatic Let's Encrypt SSL

Real-time logs and deployment history

Automatic backups of your databases

When to use this solution?

1

Portainer replacement

A more deployment-oriented interface than Portainer — ideal if you regularly deploy new apps.

2

Multi-project hosting

Centralise the management of multiple Docker projects on a single VPS from a unified interface.

3

Team without dedicated DevOps

Let your developers deploy their own projects without knowing the server command line.

Deploy Dokploy on your VPS

Guide optimized for ServOrbit Cloud VPS.

01

Install Dokploy

On Ubuntu 22.04: curl -sSL https://dokploy.com/install.sh | sh. The installation automatically sets up Docker Swarm and the web interface.

02

Access the interface

Dokploy is accessible on port 3000. Create your administrator account.

03

Create a project

In the interface, create a project and choose the application type (Docker Compose, Docker image, or Git repository).

04

Configure the domain

Add your domain in the settings — Dokploy automatically configures Traefik and generates the SSL certificate.

Frequently asked questions

Dokploy is an open-source web interface for deploying and managing Docker and Docker Compose applications, without DevOps complexity.

Complementary solutions

Application Deployment & DevOps

Coolify

Deploy your applications from Git in seconds. Self-hosted, with no vendor lock-in, and automatic SSL.