Docker manager: Launch any app on your VPS in a couple of clicks
The new Docker manager provides a powerful, web-based solution for managing Docker projects on your VPS. This intuitive tool, included free of charge with all VPS hosting plans that have a Docker application template, is designed to simplify container management.
Skip the command line and deploy, start, stop, or monitor containers with just a click – even launch images straight from Docker Hub.
The Docker manager explained
Imagine a Docker container as a single Lego brick and your application as the entire Lego house. The Docker Compose file is the instruction booklet. So, the Docker manager is a smart building table: instead of following a long list of instructions, you simply provide the booklet and, with one click, the manager builds the entire house for you.
It’s an effortless, click-and-go process that gives you a visual overview and lets you fix any crooked bricks with a single click.
Key benefits for your workflow
The Docker manager provides a unified dashboard that enhances your control and efficiency through:
- One-click actions. Instantly deploy, start, and stop containers, reducing manual errors.
- Real-time monitoring. The visual dashboard provides a clear overview of your project’s health, including status and resource usage.
- Simplified deployment. Easily pull images and deploy them directly from your
docker-compose.ymlfiles. - Efficient troubleshooting. Quickly diagnose issues by reviewing logs in real time without the command-line terminal.
How to use the Docker manager
To access the Docker manager on your VPS:
- Log in to your Hostinger VPS control panel
- Navigate to the Docker Manager section
- Select either Compose manually or Compose from URL
- Follow the setup
Additionally, you can now create a Deploy on Hostinger button for your applications. This way you can install Docker-based apps on your VPS with a few clicks and run apps directly from GitHub in seconds, streamlining the entire setup process.
Find a step-by-step guide on how to set up the Deploy on Hostinger button in this support article.
Valentinas Čirba, Hostinger's Head of VPS, is a seasoned product leader specializing in VPS products with over ten years of experience. He's an expert at setting product strategy, leading cross-functional teams, and making smart decisions to deliver innovative solutions. Valentinas is committed to creating products that not only meet business objectives but also truly serve the customer. Follow him on LinkedIn.
