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Deploy Github Actions Runner on your own server.
A GitHub Actions runner is a service that runs the jobs defined in your GitHub workflows. This image is based on Linux 24.04
Your infrastructureAutomatic HTTPSNo lock-in
Setup time
A few minutes
Deployment
Your own server
Services
1 connected service
Why Github Actions Runner
Everything you need, running where you choose.
Get the full Github Actions Runner experience with Easypanel handling the repetitive infrastructure work around it.
Custom Environment Setup
Install and configure any tools, libraries, or runtimes required for your workflows
Hardware Flexibility
Run jobs on your own servers, virtual machines, or even specialized hardware like GPUs
Persistent Storage
Retain build artifacts, logs, and caches between workflow runs
Secure Network Integration
Connect workflows directly to internal systems and private databases
Scalable Infrastructure
Register multiple runners to balance load and handle parallel jobs
Long-running Jobs
Support workflows that require more time than GitHub-hosted runners allow
How it works
From template to live app in three steps.
Easypanel turns the template into real services, storage, and domains on the server you already control.
Already have Easypanel? Open your dashboard at the URL or IP of your own installation.
Installation guide1
Open your dashboard
Visit the URL or IP of your Easypanel installation and choose the target project.
2
Choose Github Actions Runner
Open Templates, select Github Actions Runner, then review its service names and configuration.
3
Deploy and open your app
Easypanel starts every service and provisions an HTTPS domain for you.
Installation options
The template asks for these values before creating your services.
| Option | Default | Required |
|---|---|---|
App Service Name | gha-runner | Required |
App Service Image | latest-x64 / latest-arm64 | Required |
Github Repository Link | https://github.com/<your-repo> | Required |
Github Repository Token | Set during install | Required |
Before you deploy
Go to your GitHub repository or organization. Navigate to Settings > Actions > Runners. Click Add Runner and copy the registration token provided.
Resources
Project documentation and source code.
Latest template update
Sep 19, 2025
Initial release
Questions
Deploy with confidence.
The template handles the application setup while Easypanel keeps the infrastructure understandable and under your control.
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Open your own Easypanel dashboard, choose Github Actions Runner from Templates, and review the deployment options.