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Getting Started
Requirements
Before installing, make sure your server meets the following requirements.
| Requirement | Version |
|---|---|
| OS | Ubuntu 22.04+ / Debian 12+ |
| Node.js | 18+ |
| Nginx / Apache / Caddy / Cloudflared | Any recent |
Picking a Server OS
Vessel runs on any modern Linux distribution. Ubuntu 22.04 LTS and Debian 12 are the recommended options for production use.
Note: Vessel does not support OpenVZ-based systems due to Docker incompatibilities.