Frequently asked questions

Deploying and running apps

What can I deploy on Deplexo?

You can deploy websites, APIs, and long-running bots that run in a container and comply with the platform rules. Use your own Dockerfile or start with a supported template.

Deploy your first app

Can I deploy a private Git repository?

Yes. Connect the repository’s Git provider and grant Deplexo access to that repository. Store runtime credentials in environment variables and keep them out of your repository.

Configure environment variables

Why is my web app not responding after deployment?

Check the build and runtime logs. Your server must bind to 0.0.0.0 and listen on the configured port. Also check that required environment variables are present and that the process is staying within its resource limits.

Troubleshoot a deployment

Does a Telegram or Discord bot need a website?

No. A polling Telegram bot or Discord Gateway bot uses an outgoing connection. Deplexo currently assigns an application URL and checks a port for all apps, so a bot may produce a port warning. Verify it with a real command in Telegram or Discord and inspect its runtime logs.

Telegram guideDiscord guide

Will my files survive a restart or redeployment?

Do not rely on the container filesystem or temporary files for durable data. Use a persistent volume for supported persistent files and keep independent backups. The storage guide explains which files survive container replacement and which are deleted.

Understand storage

Can I use my own domain?

Yes. Add the domain to your application, configure the DNS records shown in the dashboard, and wait for verification and an HTTPS certificate, then test the domain.

Connect a custom domain

CLI and API

Can I manage apps from a terminal?

Yes. Install the Deplexo CLI to sign in, list apps, create apps from Git, rebuild existing apps, and read logs. For CI, supply a scoped API key through DEPLEXO_TOKEN.

Use the CLI

Does Deplexo have a user API?

Yes. The REST API at https://deplexo.com/user/api/v1 accepts scoped API keys and device sign-in access tokens. You can use it for deployments, app configuration, domains, logs, and usage.

Read the API guide

Content and account rules

Can I host copyrighted material or NSFW content?

You may not store, host, stream or distribute copyrighted material without permission or another legal right to do so. This includes private files, temporary downloads, caches and backups. NSFW content, including pornography and sexually explicit material, is prohibited. These rules also cover files shared by bots or uploaded by your users.

Read the content rules

Can I run a proxy or VPN server?

No. You cannot run a proxy or VPN server, anonymizer, Tor relay or tunnel for general internet traffic, even for private or password-protected use. Your app may still route requests between its own components or to specific APIs it uses.

Read the proxy and VPN rules

Can I create multiple accounts for more free resources?

No. Using alternate accounts to obtain extra free-tier resources, bypass platform limits, or evade a suspension or ban is account abuse. A different repository or sign-in provider does not change that.

Read the account rules

What happens if I abuse the platform with alternate accounts?

All associated accounts are banned, and all of their applications and stored data are permanently purged. This includes every associated account, even if the abuse was first detected on only one. Do not expect purged data to be recoverable or create another account to evade enforcement.

Understand enforcement

What other workloads are prohibited?

Malware, phishing, fraud, spam, credential theft, cryptomining, botnets, DDoS tooling, unauthorized security testing, abusive scraping, open mail relays, open recursive DNS resolvers, torrent clients, trackers and seedboxes are prohibited. You also cannot sell bandwidth. Workloads must also respect resource limits, privacy rights and the terms of connected providers.

Read the acceptable-use policy

How do I report abuse or ask about an account restriction?

Email support@deplexo.com or use support while signed in. Include the application URL or ID and a short explanation. Do not include credentials or copies of illegal material. If your account is restricted, use support instead of creating an alternate account.

Contact support