--- title: "Deploy Homarr [Updated Aug ’26]" description: "Homarr [Aug ’26] (Customizable Dashboard & App Integrations) Self Host" category: "Other" url: https://railway.com/deploy/homarr --- # Deploy Homarr [Updated Aug ’26] Homarr [Aug ’26] (Customizable Dashboard & App Integrations) Self Host **[Deploy Homarr [Updated Aug ’26] on Railway](https://railway.com/template/homarr)** - **Creator:** shinyduo's Projects - **Category:** Other - **Total deploys:** 3 ## Template content ### homarr-labs/homarr - **Image:** ghcr.io/homarr-labs/homarr - **Public domain:** Yes ## Documentation ![Homarr Banner Image](https://res.cloudinary.com/dh2nt6hgh/image/upload/v1758477727/homarr_banner_cxrwug.png "Rocket Chat Self Hosting on Railway") # Deploy and Host Managed Homarr Dashboard with one click on Railway **Homarr** is a free, open-source dashboard and homepage management tool available on [GitHub](https://github.com/ajnart/homarr). It lets you organize and access all your apps, services, and integrations from a single, clean dashboard. Unlike traditional dashboards, Homarr is designed to be lightweight, visually appealing, and extremely customizable. Whether you are a home server enthusiast running **Homarr Docker** or an enterprise experimenting with **Proxmox integration**, Homarr makes managing your digital environment seamless. With Homarr, you get a central dashboard that integrates with apps like Sonarr, Radarr, Plex, Jellyfin, and more. You can monitor your services, reset your password securely, and deploy it on Docker with just a few commands. ## About Hosting Homarr on Railway (Self Hosting Homarr on Railway) You can **self host Homarr** to take full control of your dashboard, integrations, and customization without depending on third-party platforms. Homarr requires no steep learning curve; thanks to its **Docker support** and **docker-compose setup**, you can have it running in minutes. When you deploy Homarr on **Railway**, all the heavy lifting—like server setup, scaling, backups, and updates—is automated. You get a **plug-and-play Homarr dashboard**, with complete freedom to integrate all your services while Railway handles infrastructure. ## Why Deploy Managed Homarr Service on Railway Hosting Homarr on Railway combines **self-hosted control** with the ease of a **managed cloud platform**. You don’t need to maintain VPS servers, patch operating systems, or manage disk space manually. Railway automates everything, letting you focus on customizing your dashboard and integrations. ### Railway vs DigitalOcean On DigitalOcean, you must spin up a droplet, install Docker, configure ports, and manage Homarr’s backups. With Railway, you skip all sysadmin work: Homarr deploys instantly, scales automatically, and keeps your **docker homarr** instance running without interruptions. ### Railway vs Linode Linode requires manual patching, firewall setup, and docker-compose configuration. Railway, on the other hand, packages Homarr inside managed containers, making setup effortless for beginners. ### Railway vs Vultr With Vultr, you handle service monitoring, networking, and storage for Homarr. Railway takes care of all this in the background, letting you focus on your **Homarr dashboard** experience. ### Railway vs AWS Lightsail AWS Lightsail provides power but comes with added networking complexity and manual scaling tasks. Railway simplifies it all by providing **one-click Homarr installs** with zero maintenance burden. ### Railway vs Hetzner Hetzner is powerful and cost-effective but expects you to manage every detail. Railway’s **Homarr deploy** is beginner-friendly, automated, and designed for people who want less sysadmin work and more dashboard magic. ## Common Use Cases Here are 5 common ways Homarr is used: 1. **Media Server Hub** Integrate Plex, Jellyfin, Sonarr, Radarr, and NZBGet into a single dashboard for quick access. 2. **Server Monitoring** Use Homarr integrations to monitor CPU, RAM, disk usage, or container health. 3. **Smart Home Control** Connect Home Assistant, Proxmox VMs, or IoT devices to your **Homarr dashboard**. 4. **Team Productivity** Add links to apps like Nextcloud, GitLab, Mattermost, or Outline to create a unified productivity homepage. 5. **Bookmark & Quick Launch Center** Use Homarr as your start page with customizable widgets, search bars, and app launch shortcuts. ## Dependencies for Homarr Hosted on Railway Homarr is designed to run smoothly in **Docker containers**, making deployment straightforward. ### Deployment Dependencies * **Docker & Docker Compose** – the easiest way to install Homarr. * **Persistent Storage** – for saving configuration, widgets, and password resets. * **Environment Variables** – like HOMARR\_PORT and HOMARR\_STORAGE\_PATH to configure setup. ### Implementation Details In a **docker-compose.yml** file, you’ll typically define: * `volumes` for persistent storage * `ports` to expose the Homarr dashboard * `restart: unless-stopped` for reliability On Railway, these settings are auto-managed, so you don’t worry about containers stopping unexpectedly. ## How Does Homarr Look Against Other Dashboard Tools (Alternatives) ### Homarr vs Homepage **Homarr vs Homepage** is a common debate. Homepage offers a static, YAML-driven dashboard with great simplicity. Homarr, on the other hand, provides a **live UI editor**, integrations, and a more dynamic, widget-based experience. ### Homarr vs Organizr Organizr is more feature-heavy but requires more setup. Homarr is lighter, modern, and ideal for users who want quick dashboards without bloated features. ### Homarr vs Heimdall Heimdall is another dashboard option, but it’s more static. Homarr provides dynamic widgets, integrations, and a smoother customization process. ### Homarr vs Dashy Dashy offers many customization options but relies heavily on YAML files. Homarr balances simplicity with flexibility by allowing **drag-and-drop dashboards**. ### Homarr vs Flame Flame is lightweight but lacks advanced integrations. Homarr bridges the gap between simplicity and deep integration. ![Homarr Dashboard and UI Image](https://res.cloudinary.com/dh2nt6hgh/image/upload/v1758477709/Screenshot_2025-09-21_at_11.31.39_PM_zsol5u.png "Homarr hosted on Railway") ## How to Use Homarr? 1. **Deploy Homarr on Docker or Railway.** 2. Access your dashboard in a browser (e.g., `http://localhost:7575`). 3. Add apps and integrations like Plex, Sonarr, Radarr, or Proxmox. 4. Customize with themes, icons, and widgets. 5. Save changes to persistent storage so you don’t lose them after restarts. ## How to Self Host Homarr on Other VPS? ### Clone from GitHub ```bash git clone https://github.com/ajnart/homarr.git ``` ### Run with Docker Compose Create a `docker-compose.yml` with volumes and ports. ### Configure Integrations Set up environment variables for services you want to connect (e.g., Proxmox, Plex). ### Start Homarr Run `docker-compose up -d` to bring your **Homarr dashboard** online. ## Features of Homarr * **Drag-and-drop dashboard builder** * **Integrations with Plex, Radarr, Sonarr, Proxmox, Home Assistant, and more** * **Password reset & secure login** * **Widget support (weather, search, monitoring, etc.)** * **Themes and customization** * **Lightweight Docker setup** * **Community-driven updates on [Homarr GitHub](https://github.com/ajnart/homarr)** ## Homarr Alternatives * **Homepage** – YAML-based lightweight dashboard. * **Organizr** – Advanced media management dashboard. * **Dashy** – Highly customizable but config-heavy. * **Heimdall** – Simple homepage with static tiles. * **Flame** – Lightweight but minimal features. ## FAQs ### What is Homarr? Homarr is an open-source dashboard tool that helps you manage and launch all your apps and services from a single interface. ### How do I install Homarr with Docker? You can run Homarr using Docker or Docker Compose with just a few lines in a `docker-compose.yml` file. ### Can I integrate Homarr with Proxmox? Yes, Homarr supports **Proxmox integration**, letting you monitor VMs directly from your dashboard. ### How do I reset my Homarr password? Go to the login screen, click **reset password**, and follow the instructions. With persistent storage enabled, your new credentials remain saved. ### What are the system requirements? Homarr requires Docker, minimal CPU/RAM, and persistent storage for configs. ### How does Homarr compare to Homepage? Homarr offers live UI editing and dynamic widgets, while Homepage is YAML-driven and more static. ### Where can I find the source code? The official code is available on the [Homarr GitHub](https://github.com/ajnart/homarr) repository. ## Pricing (Self Hosting vs Paid) Homarr itself is **100% free and open source**. * **Self Hosting on Railway**: costs \~\$5–10/month for base hosting, depending on storage and scaling. * **Other VPS (DigitalOcean/Linode)**: requires \$6–12/month plus manual sysadmin tasks. Railway’s pricing remains competitive because you pay only for what you use, with no hidden sysadmin overhead. ## Deploy Now on Railway The fastest way to get started is to click **Deploy Now** above and launch Homarr with zero configuration hassle. ## Similar templates - [Rocky Linux](https://railway.com/deploy/rocky-linux) — Hosted Rocky Linux 9 workspace with SSH and persistent storage. 🚀 - [Foundry Virtual Tabletop](https://railway.com/deploy/X5tR6G) — A Self-Hosted & Modern Roleplaying Platform - [Letta Code Remote](https://railway.com/deploy/letta-code-remote) — Run a Letta Code agent 24/7. 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