Dokku
Docker powered mini-Heroku PaaS
What founders should know about Dokku
Dokku is an open-source, self-hosted platform-as-a-service built on Docker that gives Heroku-like git-push deployment and app lifecycle management on your own server.
Best for
Docker powered mini-Heroku PaaS
Probably not for
Teams that need requirements this record cannot verify yet.
About Dokku
Dokku is an open-source, self-hosted platform-as-a-service built on Docker that gives Heroku-like git-push deployment and app lifecycle management on your own server.
Common use cases
- self-hosted app deployment
- git-push deploys
- running a private PaaS
- Heroku alternative
Integrations
Docker, Let's Encrypt, Postgres, Redis, MySQL.
Decision criteria
- Team fit and workflow maturity
- Pricing model and free-tier constraints
- Deployment, API, and integration requirements
Verified facts and evidence
| Claim | Value | Source | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verification date | 2026-06-30 | StartupToolbox | high |
| Pricing model | open_source | StartupToolbox | medium |
Methodology and freshness
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Use this record to narrow fit, pricing, and integration risk before starting trials.
Last reviewed: Jun 30, 2026
Who should consider Dokku?
Docker powered mini-Heroku PaaS
How current is this tool record?
Startup Atlas last checked this record on 2026-06-30.