Nixopus
Deploy like Vercel. Own your infrastructure.
Nixopus is an open-source, self-hosted deployment platform that turns any VPS into a hosting machine with a browser-based terminal and file manager. It supports one-click deployments, auto TLS, Docker builds, and GitHub-driven workflows, all while keeping data on your own infrastructure.
Key Features
- One-click deployments with automatic builds and routing to live apps
- Browser-based terminal and file manager for in-browser administration
- Built-in reverse proxy with automatic TLS certificates
- Real-time deployment logs and monitoring for quick debugging
- Docker-based deployments and container management
- GitHub integration for auto deploys on push
- Monorepo support for multi-service apps
- Extensible via plugins/extensions to add databases, caches, and more
- Self-hosted with no vendor lock-in
Use Cases
- Indie hackers launching MVPs on affordable VPS setups with instant deployments
- Agencies hosting multiple client projects on a single server with per-project domains
- Open-source projects hosting demos/documentation with self-hosted deployments
Limitations and Considerations
- Status: Project appears in alpha/pre-release in community-maintained sources and may not be production-ready
- Self-hosted deployments require you to manage infrastructure, security, and updates
- Ecosystem/extension maturity is evolving; some integrations may be experimental
Conclusion Nixopus offers an open-source, self-hosted deployment platform that gives developers control over hosting, deployment, and monitoring from a single interface. It emphasizes ownership, real-time operations, and a low-friction path to shipping on your own VPS.
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