Self-host Uptime Kuma or take Better Stack?
Kuma is free and open-source but you run the VPS. Better Stack handles hosting, SMS alerts, and status page out of the box.
Try this first
- 1Count the checks you actually need (sites, API endpoints, mail servers)
- 2Pick Kuma on a 5 EUR VPS if you are fine with Docker and skip SMS
- 3Pick Better Stack or similar if you want SMS alerts and status page without ops
- 4For self-host, count backups, updates, and TLS certs in real cost
When to bring us in
If unsure, request quotes for the first 12 months on both options.
See also
- Domain expires tomorrow and nobody saw the emailAn expired domain doesn't transfer instantly. There's a redemption window, but you pay extra.
- Unsure whether to enable auto-renewDisabling auto-renew only makes sense for domains you'll truly drop. For anything live, just keep it on.
- New registrar asks for auth code, can't find itEPP code or transfer code is the password to move a domain from registrar A to B.
None of the above fits?
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