Automation
Self-host Diun on a VPS
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Why self-host Diun?
Diun keeps you informed about upstream image updates so you can patch deliberately.
How to install Diun
- 1
Provision a VPS
Choose a plan with room for your data as well as the app.
- 2
Install the stack
Install Single Go binary + Docker.
- 3
Deploy the application
Follow the project’s official install guide for your distribution.
- 4
Enable HTTPS
Serve it on your own domain behind a reverse proxy with a certificate.
- 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.
Looking for something else? Popular alternatives include Watchtower, Renovate, What’s up Docker — browse all app guides.