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H4. Self-hosted platform path

What this page helps you do​

Use a self-hosted platform, such as a deployment panel you run on your own server.

Why it matters​

This path can reduce manual server work while still giving you more control than managed hosting.

You should already have​

  • a server or a plan for one
  • a reason not to use plain managed hosting

Skip this page if​

  • you want the simplest default path

What to do​

  • choose the platform first
  • understand what the platform handles for you and what it does not
  • still set up backups, logging, and rollback

Use this path only if you already trust the platform and understand its upgrade story.

Common mistakes​

  • assuming the platform handles everything automatically
  • not documenting where the real source of truth lives
  • forgetting that the underlying server still matters

Next step​

Go to H6. Deploy your app.

Advanced notes​

TODO for contributors: add a short “what your platform still does not save you from” section.