Create a Site
The Site Creation Page provides two deployment options: Automatic Deployment and Manual Deployment. Both options grant the same level of control over your server, but the process for getting set up differs. Use the side-by-side comparison below to choose the option that suits your workflow.
Deployment Options: Side-by-Side Comparison
Feature | Automatic Deployment | Manual Deployment |
|---|---|---|
Ease of Use | Hassle-free, fully managed setup | Requires manual setup and technical expertise |
VPS/VM Provisioning | Automatically provisioned on your preferred cloud provider | User manually provisions the VPS/VM |
Firewall Configuration | Automatically configured for you | User sets up and manages firewall rules |
Static IP Assignment | Automatically assigned as needed | User manually assigns static IP if required |
Tech Stack Installation | Automatically installed for you | User manually installs tech stack using our bash installer |
Site and Configuration Setup | Managed entirely by SitesPanel | Managed entirely by SitesPanel |
Recommended For | Users wanting an automated setup process | Users preferring manual setup, don’t share credentials, or use unsupported cloud providers |
Supported Providers
Automatic Deployment supports the following cloud providers: Google Compute Engine, AWS Lightsail, DigitalOcean, Vultr, and Linode. For other cloud providers, you can use Manual Deployment. This option allows you to configure your server on any platform while maintaining full compatibility with SitesPanel for site setup.
Choosing Your Deployment Option
Automatic Deployment
Who should choose this?
Best for users who want a quick and fully automated setup experience.
Suitable for deploying multiple sites with ease.
Ideal for users comfortable sharing cloud credentials for automated provisioning.
Key Benefits:
Minimal effort required; all server setup tasks are handled automatically.
Seamless provisioning and configuration with the same control over your server.
Manual Deployment
Who should choose this?
Best for advanced users who prefer to set up their server environment manually.
Suitable for users who use unsupported cloud providers or avoid sharing credentials.
Key Benefits:
Full flexibility to provision and configure the server as desired.
Complete control over the same server setup as in Automatic Deployment, with the initial steps handled manually.