
Deploy RethinkDB on Your Own Server
RethinkDB pushes JSON to your apps in realtime
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What is RethinkDB?
RethinkDB is an open-source, distributed database built to store JSON documents and effortlessly scale to multiple machines.
Self-Host RethinkDB
Follow these steps to deploy on your own server.
Install Docker
Skip this step if Docker is already installed on your server.
curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
Configure
Customize the settings below. Defaults work for most cases.
Deploy
Copy the configuration and run it on your server.
services:
rethinkdb:
image: rethinkdb:2.3.6
volumes:
- rethinkdb-data:/data/rethinkdb_data/
volumes:
rethinkdb-data: {}
Then run:
docker compose up -d
Access
Once started, access your app at http://localhost:8080
Why Self-Host RethinkDB?
Full Data Ownership
Your data stays on your servers. No third-party access.
No Monthly Fees
Pay only for your server. No per-seat or usage charges.
Complete Control
Customize, backup, and scale on your own terms.
Privacy & Compliance
Meet GDPR, HIPAA, or internal security requirements.
Technical Details
Docker Image
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