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Choose the best deployment method for your needs.

Comparison

Method Difficulty Control Cost Best For
Docker Compose ⭐⭐ Easy ⭐⭐⭐⭐ High Free* Most users
VPS/Systemd ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Advanced ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Full $5-20/mo Power users
Cloud Platforms ⭐ Very Easy ⭐⭐⭐ Medium $5-15/mo Quick start

*Free if you already have a server

Best for: Most self-hosters

✅ Pros:

  • Easy to set up and maintain
  • Includes PostgreSQL and Adminer
  • Automatic restarts
  • Simple updates (git pull && docker compose up -d --build)
  • Works on Linux, macOS, Windows

❌ Cons:

  • Requires Docker knowledge
  • Slightly more resources than bare metal
  • Container management overhead

Docker Compose Guide →

VPS with Systemd

Best for: Advanced users who want full control

✅ Pros:

  • Complete control over environment
  • Better performance (no container overhead)
  • Flexible configuration
  • Direct access to everything

❌ Cons:

  • Requires Linux system administration skills
  • Manual dependency management
  • More complex updates
  • You manage PostgreSQL separately

VPS Deployment Guide →

Cloud Platforms

Best for: Quick deployment without managing servers

✅ Pros:

  • Extremely fast setup
  • Managed infrastructure
  • Automatic scaling
  • Built-in monitoring
  • Free tier available (some platforms)

❌ Cons:

  • Monthly costs (typically)
  • Less control
  • Platform lock-in
  • May have limitations

Cloud Platform Guide →

Requirements

All Deployment Methods Need

  • Discord Bot Application - Get bot token
  • PostgreSQL Database - Included in Docker or self-managed
  • Python 3.13+ - Included in Docker or install manually

System Requirements

Minimum:

  • 1 CPU core
  • 512 MB RAM
  • 2 GB storage
  • Linux/macOS/Windows

Recommended for Production:

  • 2 CPU cores
  • 2 GB RAM
  • 10 GB storage (for logs and backups)
  • Linux (Ubuntu 22.04+ or Debian 12+)

For Large Servers (1000+ members):

  • 4 CPU cores
  • 4 GB RAM
  • 20 GB storage
  • Dedicated database server

Quick Decision Guide

Choose Docker Compose if

:

  • ✅ You want the easiest setup
  • ✅ You have Docker installed or can install it
  • ✅ You want included PostgreSQL
  • ✅ You prefer container-based deployment
  • ✅ You want easy updates

Choose VPS/Systemd if

  • ✅ You have Linux sysadmin experience
  • ✅ You want maximum performance
  • ✅ You want complete control
  • ✅ You have existing infrastructure
  • ✅ You prefer bare metal

Choose Cloud Platform if

  • ✅ You want fastest deployment
  • ✅ You don't want to manage servers
  • ✅ You're okay with monthly costs
  • ✅ You want managed database
  • ✅ You prefer hands-off approach

Next Steps

  1. Choose your deployment method using the comparison above
  2. Follow the specific guide for your chosen method
  3. Complete initial setup (bot token, configuration)
  4. Deploy Tux and verify it's running
  5. Configure your instance per server needs

Getting Help

Ready to deploy? Choose your method above and get started!

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