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Self-host Diun on a VPS

Get notified when container images update.

Watch Docker images and receive notifications when new tags are published.

Why self-host Diun?

Diun keeps you informed about upstream image updates so you can patch deliberately.

How to install Diun

  1. 1

    Provision a VPS

    Choose a plan with room for your data as well as the app.

  2. 2

    Install the stack

    Install Single Go binary + Docker.

  3. 3

    Deploy the application

    Follow the project’s official install guide for your distribution.

  4. 4

    Enable HTTPS

    Serve it on your own domain behind a reverse proxy with a certificate.

  5. 5

    Back it up

    Schedule a database dump plus a copy of any uploaded files to an off-box location.

Practical tips

  • Give Diun its own database user with rights only on its own schema.
  • Reverse-proxy Diun and terminate TLS at the proxy so certificates are managed in one place.
  • Take a VPS snapshot before major upgrades so you can roll back cleanly.
  • Keep Diun patched — most self-hosting incidents are unpatched software.

Frequently asked questions

How much RAM does Diun need?
Plan on 128 MB–256 MB for typical use; add headroom if you expect many concurrent users.
What stack does Diun run on?
Single Go binary + Docker.
Can I run other things on the same VPS?
Yes — size the plan so Diun plus your other workloads fit in RAM with room to spare.

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