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v0.29.0: AI-Powered Debugging, MCP Server & CLI, Shared Git Providers

This release introduces AI-powered log and build error analysis, a dedicated MCP server and CLI with full API coverage, shared git providers for teams, LibSQL as a new database type, and non-root multi-server support — plus a lot of improvements across container management. AI Log & Build Error Analysis Debugging deployments just got a lot easier. Dokploy now includes AI-powered analysis for container logs and build errors directly from the dashboard. When a deployment fails or a container i

inGeneral•4 min read•April 17, 2026

Best PaaS Providers in 2026: Which Platform Fits Your Team?

Choosing from the best PaaS providers in 2026? Compare features, pricing, and use cases—from Dokploy and Render to AWS and beyond.

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inGeneral•11 min read•March 26, 2026

Database Deployment: Options, Tools, and a Strategy That Doesn’t Break Production

Learn the database deployment process across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid setups – plus tools and automation patterns to ship schema changes safely.

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inGeneral•12 min read•March 25, 2026

9 of the Best Heroku Alternatives in 2026: Find Your Perfect PaaS

Compare the best Heroku alternatives for 2026. Discover free and affordable platforms that offer better scalability, pricing, and control for your deployments.

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inGeneral•11 min read•March 16, 2026

The Best Software Deployment Tools for Faster, Safer Releases

Compare the best software deployment tools for 2026. From CI/CD pipelines to enterprise rollouts, find the right tool for your team.

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inGeneral•14 min read•March 12, 2026

What Is Docker Swarm and How Does It Work?

Learn what Docker Swarm is, how Docker Swarm works, and when to use it in 2026—plus setup steps, trade-offs, and FAQs.

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inGeneral•8 min read•March 10, 2026

v0.28.0: SSO, SAML, and a New Patches System

This update focuses on SSO for enterprise, a Patches feature, major networking improvements with Traefik, and better deployment visibility and reliability across the platform. SSO and SAML support Managing authentication across organizations can be complex. That’s no longer the case. Dokploy now provides improved support for SSO and SAML providers, making it easier to integrate with your existing identity systems. You can configure and manage providers directly from the dashboard, define tru

inGeneral•2 min read•February 27, 2026

Deployment Automation for Modern Teams: Safer Releases, Faster Cycles

Master deployment automation with a practical guide: workflows, strategies, approvals, and rollbacks – plus how to do it in Dokploy.

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inGeneral•11 min read•February 24, 2026

Docker Swarm vs. Kubernetes: How to Choose for Real Workloads

Docker Swarm vs. Kubernetes explained: architecture, scaling, networking, security, where OpenShift or Nomad fit, plus a practical decision checklist.

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inGeneral•9 min read•February 18, 2026

Deploy OpenClaw on Dokploy in minutes

Deploy OpenClaw (formerly Moltbot) on Dokploy in minutes with a template. Keep it self-hosted, connect Discord, and automate your workflow.

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inGeneral•6 min read•February 17, 2026

What is Docker Compose? A Practical Guide to The Tool

What is Docker Compose? Learn how compose.yaml works, key commands, best practices, and when to choose Kubernetes, then deploy with Dokploy.

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inGeneral•13 min read•February 4, 2026

What is PaaS? A Practical Guide for Developers

What is PaaS? Learn how Platform as a Service works, key benefits and trade-offs, and how PaaS compares with SaaS and IaaS, with examples and selection tips.

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inGeneral•11 min read•January 30, 2026

What is Application Management and Why Does it Matter?

Learn what application management is, what application management services cover, and how modern teams handle updates, security, monitoring, and rollbacks.

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inGeneral•10 min read•January 29, 2026

We are updating Dokploy’s Open Source license

Today marks a big change to the Dokploy’s licensing. We’re replacing our adapted open source license with an industry-standard open source license. Paired with that, we’re releasing a source-available enterprise license for future paid functionality. * Replace Old License: Our old license was an adapted version of the Apache License 2.0, which caused confusion. We are replacing it with a non-adapted version. * Apache License 2.0: All current features of Dokploy are now officially licensed und

inGeneral•3 min read•January 21, 2026

What is Database Management and How to Do it Successfully?

What database management is, why it’s important to business operations, and how to get started with the right database management tools.

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inGeneral•11 min read•January 13, 2026

What is Application Deployment? An In-Depth Guide

What application deployment is, use cases, the standard deployment process, methodologies and best practices, and a walkthrough for how to deploy applications.

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inGeneral•13 min read•January 9, 2026

v0.26.0 Custom Build Servers, Docs Improvements & Multi-Admin Capabilities

We are thrilled to announce the release of Dokploy v0.26.0! This update is packed with significant new capabilities and enhancements, focusing on giving you more control, better communication, and more flexible team management. Custom Build Servers We know that flexibility in building infrastructure is key for many of you. Now, Dokploy gives you unprecedented control! We've implemented the ability to configure and use your own custom build servers. This means you can define exactly where and

inGeneral•3 min read•December 8, 2025

v0.25.0 Environments and Traefik v3.5.0

We are pleased to announce the release of version v0.25.0! This update brings significant enhancements and new features, including the introduction of Environments, the capability to support Traefik v3.5.0, and crucial bug fixes. Environments We know how challenging it was to work with projects lacking proper environments. Well, that's no longer an issue! Now, within each project, you can define multiple environments. By default, a production environment will be pre-configured. We've also

inGeneral•2 min read•September 7, 2025

Heroku vs Self-Hosted: Which Deployment Option Wins?

Explore the pros and cons of Heroku, self-hosting, and Dokploy to find the best deployment strategy for your application's needs.

inGeneral•15 min read•August 28, 2025

How to Deploy Apps with Docker Compose in 2025

Learn how to deploy multi-container applications with the latest Docker Compose features, including AI integration and streamlined workflows.

inGeneral•15 min read•August 26, 2025

v0.24.0 Rollbacks, Docker Volume Backups & More.

We are pleased to announce the release of version v0.24.0! This update brings significant enhancements and new features, including the introduction of Rollbacks, the capability to perform Docker Volume backups, and more robust Git providers permission management Rollbacks Now, if you've encountered an issue with a build and need to revert to a previous state of a specific deployment, you can enable this option in the deployments section, available only for applications. You can enable or d

inGeneral•2 min read•July 7, 2025

v0.22.0: Docker Compose Backups, Schedule Tasks, Logs

It's been over a month since our last major update. Sometimes, taking a small break to recharge and develop features with renewed energy is exactly what's needed. This update brings functionality that unlocks many previously missing use cases, and we can now confidently say that we cover almost any scenario. Let's dive into what's new! Docker Compose Backups Previously, we only had dedicated backups for Docker Swarm services. While this approach had its advantages (like maintaining unique en

inGeneral•3 min read•May 5, 2025

v0.21.0: Gitea Provider, Backups and Restore for Dokploy, Duplicate services

We're thrilled to announce Dokploy v0.21.0, bringing exciting new features to enhance your deployment workflow! This release introduces a Gitea provider, backup and restore capabilities for Dokploy itself, and the ability to duplicate services. Gitea Provider You can now use Gitea as a provider for your Dokploy deployments! This allows you to seamlessly integrate your Gitea repositories with Dokploy, streamlining your deployment process. Backups and Restore for Dokploy We've added the ab

inGeneral•2 min read•March 30, 2025

v0.20.0: Watch Paths, Remote Templates, Auto Backups Cleanup

We are excited to announce Dokploy v0.20.0, packed with major improvements, new features, and a revamped template system! This release brings better automation, flexibility, and usability enhancements to streamline your deployments. HTTP3 Support for Traefik have migrated from Docker Swarm service to a standalone container for Traefik, which now supports HTTP3 by default for new installations. Existing installations will need to update their traefik.yml configuration: entryPoints: web:

inGeneral•2 min read•March 11, 2025

v0.19.0: Organizations, AI-Powered Deployments & More!

The latest Dokploy release, v0.19.0, introduces significant updates, including organizations, an AI-powered Docker Compose generator, improved authentication, and a redesigned API keys system. Additionally, Dokploy Cloud now supports GitHub and Google authentication for a smoother login experience. New Features Organizations Dokploy now supports multiple organizations, allowing users to better isolate and manage their resources. This is useful for teams working on multiple projects or manag

inGeneral•2 min read•March 3, 2025