How to Install Docker on a VPS
If you’re looking to get started with Docker on your VPS but don’t know where to begin, you’ve come to the right place. Docker is an open-source platform that allows you to package, distribute, and run applications in isolated containers. This makes it easy to deploy and scale your applications without worrying about compatibility issues or dependencies.
Installing Docker on your VPS is a straightforward process, and in this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to get you up and running in no time. Let’s dive in!
Step 1: Update Your VPS
Before installing Docker, it’s important to ensure that your VPS is up to date. You can do this by running the following commands:
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade
sudo apt-get install -y apt-transport-https ca-certificates curl software-properties-common
sudo apt-get update
These commands will update the package lists for upgrades, install necessary dependencies, and ensure that everything is current on your VPS.
Step 2: Install Docker
Now that your VPS is up to date, you can proceed to install Docker. Run the following commands to install Docker on your VPS:
curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com -o get-docker.sh
sudo sh get-docker.sh
sudo usermod -aG docker $USER
These commands will download the Docker installation script, run it to install Docker, and add your user to the Docker group to manage Docker without needing to use sudo.
Step 3: Verify Docker Installation
Once Docker is installed, you can verify the installation by running the following command:
docker --version
If the installation was successful, you will see the version of Docker that was installed on your VPS. This confirms that Docker is up and running on your system.
Step 4: Start Using Docker
With Docker installed and verified, you can now start using Docker to deploy and run applications in isolated containers. Be sure to check out the Docker documentation for more information on how to get started with Docker.
That’s it! You’ve successfully installed Docker on your VPS and are ready to start building and deploying applications with ease. If you run into any issues during the installation process, be sure to check the Docker documentation or reach out to the Docker community for assistance.
Happy Dockering!