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Dokku

Open-source mini-Heroku powered by Docker

Dokku is a self-hosted platform that lets you git push apps to your own server, using buildpacks or Dockerfiles, with plugins for databases and SSL.

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Questions

Is Dokku free?

Dokku is free to start, with paid plans.

Is Dokku open source?

Yes, Dokku is open source.

Can Dokku be self-hosted?

Yes, you can run Dokku on your own server.

What platforms does Dokku run on?

Dokku is available for Self-hosted, Linux.

What are some alternatives to Dokku?

Similar indie products include Coolify, Dokploy, CapRover, Kamal and 4 more.

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