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Kamal

Deploy containerized web apps to your own servers

Kamal, from 37signals, deploys Docker containers to any server with zero-downtime rollouts and a built-in proxy.

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Questions

Is Kamal free?

Kamal is free.

Is Kamal open source?

Yes, Kamal is open source.

Can Kamal be self-hosted?

Yes, you can run Kamal on your own server.

What platforms does Kamal run on?

Kamal is available for Linux, Mac, Self-hosted.

What are some alternatives to Kamal?

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

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