Appliku

Setting up and deploying web applications has never been easier, thanks to Appliku. This smart deployment tool changes how developers manage their apps by giving them the convenience of Platform-as-a-Service with the control of their own servers.

Appliku is a bring-your-own-server (BYOS) deployment service that connects to your cloud provider or custom server to automate application deployment. Unlike traditional hosting platforms that lock you into their infrastructure, Appliku lets you use any cloud provider while enjoying automatic deployments from your Git repository.

Whether you need to deploy Django apps, manage databases, or set up SSL certificates, this tool handles all the technical complexity behind the scenes. It's like having a personal DevOps engineer who takes care of everything automatically.

Appliku is a deployment automation platform designed to simplify server management and application deployment for developers and teams. Think of it as a bridge between complex server administration and easy-to-use hosting platforms.

The service works by connecting to your existing cloud servers (like AWS, DigitalOcean, or any Ubuntu server) and automatically setting up everything needed to run your applications. It uses Docker and Nginx behind the scenes to create a reliable hosting environment without requiring you to learn server management.

What makes Appliku special is its BYOS (Bring-Your-Own-Server) approach. You keep full control over your hosting costs and server specifications while getting the same easy deployment experience as premium hosting platforms. Founded to help developers focus on building rather than server management, Appliku supports Python, Django, and other web applications with automatic Git-based deployments.

Using Appliku is straightforward and requires minimal technical knowledge. First, visit appliku.com and create a free account to start exploring the platform. The setup process involves connecting your cloud provider account or providing details for your custom Ubuntu server.

Here's how to get started:

• Connect your Git repository (GitHub or GitLab) to the Appliku dashboard

• Add your server by connecting a cloud provider account or custom server

• Configure your application settings including environment variables and build commands

• Deploy your application with a single click

Best practices for optimal results:

• Ensure your server has adequate resources for both running and building applications

• Use clear environment variable names for easier management

• Set up different applications for staging and production environments

• Monitor your application logs through the dashboard for troubleshooting

Appliku handles SSL certificate generation, domain configuration, and database setup automatically. The platform remembers your deployment settings, so subsequent deployments happen automatically when you push code changes to your repository. You can manage multiple applications on a single server as long as resources allow.

Appliku offers comprehensive deployment and management features designed to simplify application hosting. The platform provides automatic server setup and configuration using industry-standard tools like Docker and Nginx, ensuring reliable and secure hosting environments.

Key features include:

• Automatic deployments from GitHub and GitLab repositories with Git webhook integration

• Multiple database support including PostgreSQL, PostGIS, MySQL, Redis, RabbitMQ, and ElasticSearch

• SSL certificate management with automatic Let's Encrypt certificate generation and renewal

• Database backup system with configurable backup schedules and S3-compatible storage options

• Cron job scheduling for automated tasks with logging and monitoring capabilities

• Team collaboration tools allowing multiple team members to manage servers and applications

• Custom domain support with easy DNS configuration for production websites

• Application monitoring with real-time logs, resource usage tracking, and health monitoring

The platform also supports Docker-based deployments, custom build processes, and cluster deployments for high-availability setups. Advanced users can customize server configurations while maintaining the simplicity of managed hosting. Appliku scales from single applications to complex multi-server infrastructures.

Appliku offers transparent pricing with fixed monthly fees and no hidden costs, making it budget-friendly for developers and businesses of all sizes.

Available pricing plans:

• Free Plan ($0/month): Perfect for testing and small projects with 1 server, 1 application, 10 deployments, and community support

• Hobby Plan ($10/month): Great for personal projects with 1 server, unlimited applications and deployments, email support, and custom domains

• Growth Plan ($18/month): Ideal for production services with 3 servers, unlimited applications, database backups, and cron jobs

• Unlimited Plan ($39/month): Perfect for scaling businesses with unlimited servers, cluster deployments, and all premium features

All plans include unlimited databases, queue workers, and team member access. Annual billing offers significant savings with two months free. Payment processing is handled securely through Paddle.com, and a refund policy covers technical issues that cannot be resolved. The free plan allows thorough testing before committing to paid plans.