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Deploy NodeBB on your own server.

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NodeBB is a next-generation forum software that is powerful, mobile-ready, and easy to use. It is designed to provide a modern platform for your audience, fostering engagement and retaining customers. With NodeBB, you can enjoy a perfect experience on every device and screen, thanks to its mobile-first software. It offers built-in…

Your infrastructureAutomatic HTTPSNo lock-in

Screenshots

A closer look at NodeBB.

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Setup time

A few minutes

Deployment

Your own server

Services

2 connected services

Why NodeBB

Everything you need, running where you choose.

Get the full NodeBB experience with Easypanel handling the repetitive infrastructure work around it.

Mobile-First Responsive
NodeBB is designed with a mobile-first approach, ensuring a perfect experience on every device and screen.
Internationalization
NodeBB supports over 50 languages, making it a truly global platform.
Search Optimized
NodeBB enhances your rankings with human-readable URLs, semantic HTML with embedded microdata, and more.
Social Media Integration
NodeBB allows you to bring more visitors to your community by sharing content to Facebook, Google, and Twitter.
Real-Time Interaction
NodeBB enables faster connections with instant notifications, streaming posts, and real-time chats.
Native Analytics
NodeBB provides a real-time analytics dashboard, helping you understand what content your users enjoy most.
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 guide
1
Open your dashboard
Visit the URL or IP of your Easypanel installation and choose the target project.
2
Choose NodeBB
Open Templates, select NodeBB, 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.
OptionDefaultRequired

Admin Username

Optional

Admin Mail

Optional

Admin Password

Set during installOptional

App Service Name

nodebbRequired

App Service Image

nodebb/docker:2.8.11Required

Database Service Type

MongoDB / Redis / PostgresRequired

Database Service Name

nodebb-dbRequired
Resources
Project documentation and source code.
Latest template update
May 4, 2026

Version bumped to 2.8.11

Questions

Deploy with confidence.

The template handles the application setup while Easypanel keeps the infrastructure understandable and under your control.

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Ready to deploy NodeBB?
Open your own Easypanel dashboard, choose NodeBB from Templates, and review the deployment options.