A step-by-step guide to deploying Uptime Kuma, a free open-source server monitoring tool, on a local Ubuntu machine using Docker Compose. Covers system preparation, firewall configuration with UFW, creating a docker-compose.yml file, accessing the dashboard, setting up HTTP monitors, and configuring Discord webhook alerts for downtime notifications. Includes a tip for bypassing bot protection 403 errors via custom User-Agent strings.
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Table of ContentsPrerequisitesStep 1: Update Packages and Prepare the FirewallStep 2: Create the Docker Compose FileStep 3: Start the ApplicationStep 4: Access the DashboardStep 5: Use Case – Monitor a Website and Send Discord AlertsConclusionSort: