Deploy BookStack
BookStack is a self-hosted wiki platform designed for storing and organizing information. It provides a pleasant and simple out-of-the-box experience with advanced features for power users. With Hostim.dev, you can deploy BookStack in one click – fully preconfigured with MySQL, volumes, and HTTPS.
📚 Create, organize, and share documentation – no infrastructure setup needed.
Why Host BookStack on Hostim.dev?
- 🐳 One-click Docker deployment – no manual YAML or config
- 🔐 Built-in MySQL database – ready to go on launch
- 💾 Persistent storage – keeps all your content safe
- 🌍 Automatic HTTPS – no domain or SSL config needed
- 📊 Real-time logs & metrics – CPU, memory, and traffic insights
🎥 Watch how easy it is to deploy any open source app on Hostim.dev – this example shows Umami, but the flow is identical for BookStack.
What’s included
| Resource | Details |
|---|---|
| App | lscr.io/linuxserver/bookstack image |
| Database | MySQL (auto-provisioned) |
| Volume | /config |
| Domain | Free *.hostim.dev subdomain |
| SSL | Let’s Encrypt (auto-enabled) |
| Port | 80 |
| Defaults | Username: admin@admin.com, Password: password |
How to Deploy
- Go to your Hostim.dev dashboard.
- Click Create Project → Use a Template.
- Select the BookStack template.
- Choose a resource plan (Dev, Prod, or Full).
- Hit Deploy.
Your project will be ready in seconds. From there, open the BookStack app and click the link to access your wiki.
Post-Deploy Notes
- 🔑 Change your password immediately at
/my-account/auth - 🌐 Add a custom domain under Networking → Domains
- 📈 View resource usage and logs under the App panel
- 🔒 BookStack supports SAML, OAuth, and 2FA for enhanced security
Source + Docs
- GitHub: BookStackApp/BookStack
- Official Docs: bookstackapp.com/docs
- Demo Instance: demo.bookstackapp.com
- Discord: Join the community
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