Before installation
Use a supported Linux image and a plan that meets the application requirements. Back up any existing workload. Confirm DNS, free disk space, and required ports before approving the installer.
Install from the client panel
- Open the purchased VPS and choose Install application.
- Select Coolify and review compatibility, estimated time, and the exact plan.
- Confirm the server identity and backup warning.
- Follow installation progress from the task page. Do not run the installer twice.
The VPS can show Active while application setup is still finishing. Wait for Ready or review the reported result before using it.
First setup
Use a compatible fresh Linux system. The first dashboard commonly uses port 8000; create the first administrator promptly, then configure DNS, proxy, and HTTPS. Keep ports 80 and 443 available for managed workloads.
Troubleshooting
Check the installation result, VPS power state, DNS, required ports, free storage, memory, service or container status, and the first relevant log error. Preserve logs before retrying. If the task needs attention, open a support ticket instead of rebuilding the VPS.
Backup and recovery
Protect the Coolify data directory, database, Compose definitions, and generated environment secrets. Keep a copy of the installation .env outside the server.
Official documentation
Review the current Coolify documentation before production changes.