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Purchase a Self-Managed VPS with Coolify Installation

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Coolify  is an open-source, self-hosted platform that simplifies deploying and managing applications, databases, and websites. Built as a self-hosted alternative to platforms like Heroku, it allows developers and businesses to turn any private server into a fully managed cloud environment. It automates the deployment pipeline, making it easy to host multiple projects on your own infrastructure without the high costs.

Why Use Coolify?

Coolify is a user-friendly control panel that lets you easily launch and manage websites, apps, and databases on your own private server. It gives you the smooth, automated experience of expensive platforms like Heroku or Vercel, where your site updates automatically whenever you save your code, but without the hefty monthly fees. By putting you back in control of your own digital space, it cuts out the confusing tech setup and eliminates high cloud bills, allowing you to run as many projects as your server can handle for one low, predictable price.

Uses of Coolify

Coolify’s functionality is widely applicable in web development and software management:

  • Application Hosting: Deploy and manage websites and applications built on any major framework like Next.js, Vue, Laravel, Python, or Go.
  • Database Management: Launch, configure, and automatically back up databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and Redis with a single click.
  • Self-Hosting Open-Source Tools: Easily run independent instances of popular software such as WordPress, Ghost blogs, analytics tools, and automation platforms.
  • Automated Deployments: Connect your code repository (like GitHub) to automatically build and update your live website every time you save your work.
  • Multi-Server Control: Act as a central command center to manage, monitor, and deploy apps across several different servers from one place.

How to Purchase a Self-Managed VPS with Coolify Installation

To deploy and manage Coolify efficiently, start by purchasing a Self-Managed VPS Hosting from Bluehost. Follow these steps:

Pre-configured Setup

Self-Managed VPS - Pre-configured Setup New to VPS or not sure where to start? At the top of the Self-Managed VPS purchase page, you’ll see the Pre-configured Setup section. This lets you quickly select the type of project you want, like WordPress Site, AI Agent/Claude Code, Dev/Staging, or eCommerce Store. We’ll handle the rest—OS, plan, best template—automatically.
  • Super simple for beginners or anyone who just wants a quick setup
  • Instantly get the recommended settings for your project
  • Skip the guesswork and save time
  • You can still customize things later if you want
Use Pre-configured Setup to launch your Coolify VPS in minutes!
  1. In your browser, go to https://www.bluehost.com/vps-hosting.
  2. Click the Choose Plan button under your preferred VPS hosting plan.

    VPS Hosting-Choose Plan
     

  3. Select your preferred Data Center location.

    Select Location
     

  4. On the Cart page, configure your server as needed:
    1. Hardware:
      1. Pre-selected:

        You can select a different plan if you need more resources.

        Pre-selected
         

      2. Configure:

        Click Configure to further customize your hardware.

        Configure your server
         

    2. Software:
      1. Click the Application tab.
      2. Choose Coolify.

        Choose Coolify
         

      3. Click Confirm to continue.

        Choose Coolify-confirm
         

  5. Add-Ons:
    • Premium Support:

      Priority access to our team, for faster responses and personalized technical help.

      Add-ons
       

  6. In the Advanced options:
    • Extra IP's: You can add extra IP addresses for an additional fee.
      Pricing changes based on how many IPs you add.
    • Hostname: Assign a custom hostname to easily identify your server. This is optional.

    Advanced Options
     

  7. Select your preferred billing term and view your Order Summary. Click the Continue to Checkout button to proceed.

    Choose Coolify
     

  8. Do the following on the Checkout page:

    If you're new with Bluehost:

    1. Create your Bluehost account by using your email address or by connecting with your Google, Apple, or GitHub account — whichever you prefer!

      Checkout page - Create an account
       

    2. Select your preferred payment method: credit card, Google Pay, or PayPal. Enter your billing information.

      Checkout page - Billing Information
       

    If you have an account with us, you will see your Bluehost login details when you are logged into your Bluehost Portal. If you are not logged in, please click the Log In link.

    log-in to account in bh
     

  9. In the Shopping Cart section, you can still adjust your billing term if needed.

    Self-Managed VPS - service terms
     

  10. Review the items in your cart, add a Promo Code if you have one, and then click Submit Payment to complete the purchase.

    Self-Managed VPS - service terms
     

After checkout, your Self-Managed VPS will begin setting up. Once it’s ready, you can find it under the Hosting tab in your Bluehost Portal.

How to Set Up Coolify

  1. Log in to your server via SSH.
    When you first connect, you'll see a welcome message like this: 
    
Welcome to Ubuntu 24.04.4 LTS (GNU/Linux 6.8.0-117-generic x86_64)
********************************************************************************
  Coolify - Self-Hosted Cloud Platform
  Service Status:
    Docker   : active
    Coolify  : Up About a minute (healthy)
    Traefik  : not running  (starts after first server is registered)
  Management UI : http://50.6.230.166:8000
  First-time setup:
    1. Open http://50.6.230.166:8000 -- fill in your details and create account
    2. Click 'Let's go!' -> 'This Machine' -> 'Create My First Project'
    3. Click 'Deploy Your First Resource' to start deploying
  If 'This Machine' validation fails, run:
    bash /opt/coolify/setup-localhost.sh
  Credentials   : sudo cat /root/.app_passwords
  Documentation : /root/README.md
  Note: Traefik (ports 80/443) only starts after you register a server
        in the Coolify UI. That is expected behavior.
  2. View server credentials (if needed): 
    sudo cat /root/.app_passwords
    Example Output: 
    
COOLIFY_ADMIN_PASSWORD="qf8Fa7317asdf1c2d42c1f5e3b2d1f7c4"
COOLIFY_DB_PASSWORD="b9B4l0F0c4b949b21d15e4ad32e5d6bc"
  3. Open the Coolify Management UI in your browser and create your account:
    • Go to 
      http://<your-server-ip>:8000/
    • Fill in your email, password, and other details to create your first admin account.
  4. Register your server and create your first project:
    • After logging in to the Coolify UI, click "Let's go!".
    • Choose This Machine to register your current server and follow the prompts.
    • Enter a project name and finish the wizard. You’ll see your server and project in the dashboard.
  5. Deploy your first resource (app, database, or service):
    • Click "Deploy Your First Resource" on the dashboard.
    • Select the type of resource, fill out configuration details, and click deploy.
    • Coolify will provision and show deployment/logs in the UI.
  6. Troubleshooting validation: 
    bash /opt/coolify/setup-localhost.sh
    Run this if Coolify UI fails to register the server, then retry server registration from the web UI.
  7. Credentials and configuration locations:
    • List credentials: 
      sudo cat /root/.app_passwords
    • README/documentation: 
      cat /root/README.md

Summary

Coolify empowers users to efficiently manage and deploy websites, applications, and databases on their own servers. Its intuitive interface and broad compatibility make it a valuable tool for web developers and businesses seeking greater control and flexibility. By combining automated workflows with self-managed VPS hosting, Coolify offers a reliable, scalable, and cost-effective solution for modern web projects.

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