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Depfloy review: Deployment platform for javaScript frameworks

Deploying and managing JavaScript applications can be really complicated and time-consuming. Depfloy is a server management and deployment service that makes this process simple and straightforward. It removes all the technical headaches so you can focus on building great applications instead of dealing with server configurations and deployment issues.

What is Depfloy?

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Depfloy works as your personal deployment assistant for JavaScript frameworks. Whether you're working with Next.js, Remix, React Router, Nuxt.js, or Express.js, this platform streamlines your entire deployment workflow. Instead of spending hours configuring servers and troubleshooting deployment issues, you can focus on what matters most - your code.

The platform connects to your preferred server and can provision new servers in just minutes. For the best experience, Depfloy recommends starting with a clean server installation. Once connected, you get access to powerful features like bulk deployment capabilities, server queue management, automatic TLS/SSL certificate handling, and much more. Everything is managed through an intuitive dashboard that makes server management feel as simple as using any modern web application.

How does Depfloy work?

Depfloy operates as a self-service server management tool that lets you deploy applications to your own servers. It's specifically optimized for modern JavaScript applications and provides detailed monitoring with smart insights about your deployments and server performance.

What Depfloy is not

It's important to understand that Depfloy isn't a traditional cloud hosting service. You need to bring your own server - this could be anything from your old laptop to a rented server from providers like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. The key requirement is SSH access to your server.

Depfloy also isn't a completely hands-off solution. If you choose to self-host, you'll need to set up your server initially and install Depfloy. However, once everything is running, managing your projects becomes incredibly straightforward and user-friendly.

Key features

  • Free SSL Certificate: Get Let's Encrypt's free SSL certificates automatically for all your projects.

  • Push to Deploy: Simply push your code to your Git repository and watch it deploy automatically.

  • Port Management: No more port conflicts - Depfloy handles all port assignments automatically.

  • Multi-server Support: Deploy applications across multiple remote servers without any configuration hassle.

  • Bulk Deployment: Deploy multiple projects simultaneously through a simple, intuitive interface.

  • Security: Built-in security best practices keep your servers protected.

  • Monitoring: Track your server's CPU, memory, and disk usage with email and Slack alerts for critical metrics.

  • Build Limits: Control the number of builds per server to prevent overloading and ensure smooth deployments.

  • Team Collaboration: Invite teammates to collaborate on projects effortlessly.

  • Real-Time Deployment Logs: Monitor your deployment process with live, real-time logging.

Pricing

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Depfloy offers flexible pricing options to suit different needs, from individual developers to growing teams. You can choose between monthly and annual billing, with annual plans offering up to 10% savings.

Monthly Plans

  • Starter: $9/month - One Server, Unlimited Projects, Unlimited Deployments, Standard Support

  • Pro: $19/month - Unlimited Servers, Unlimited Projects, Unlimited Deployments, Standard Support

  • Business: $39/month - Unlimited Servers, Unlimited Projects, Unlimited Deployments, Team Members, Queue Limits Per Server, Server Monitoring, Priority Support

Annual Plans (Save up to 10%)

  • Starter: $89/year - One Server, Unlimited Projects, Unlimited Deployments, Standard Support

  • Pro: $199/year - Unlimited Servers, Unlimited Projects, Unlimited Deployments, Standard Support

  • Business: $399/year - Unlimited Servers, Unlimited Projects, Unlimited Deployments, Team Members, Queue Limits Per Server, Server Monitoring, Priority Support

All prices are in USD. Server provider costs not included. 5-day free trial available for all plans - cancel anytime before trial ends.

Free trial & additional costs

Free Trial Period You can use Depfloy completely free for 5 days. After the trial period, you'll need to choose a subscription plan. The good news is you can cancel your subscription anytime before the trial ends with no charges.

Hidden Costs? There are absolutely no hidden costs with Depfloy. Your server belongs to you, and you only pay the standard fees to your VPS provider (like AWS, DigitalOcean, Vultr, or Linode). Your only recurring cost with Depfloy is the subscription fee - that's it.

Posted on: 17/6/2025

maryjohnson

MERN Stack Developer

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