What it does
1Panel lets you manage a Linux server from a web page instead of typing commands. You can watch the machine's health, manage files, databases and containers (packaged apps), and set up websites such as WordPress with security certificates in a few clicks.
It includes an app store for one-click installs of open-source software, plus backups and security features. It also has AI management tools for running and organising AI agents and models on your server.
The open-source edition is free. Paid Pro and Enterprise editions add features for teams, such as managing several servers and more agents.
Who it's for
People who run their own servers, including small businesses and hobbyists who self-host websites and AI tools.
Can I use it without coding?
With some setup. You need a Linux server and run one install command; after that everything is done in a web browser. New to this? Start here.
Can I run it?
- Cost
- Free, with optional paid extrasThe open-source version is free; the makers also sell a hosted or pro version.
- Runs on
- Linux, Server
- Computer
- Made for servers or data centres
- Privacy
- Runs on your own device: your data stays with you
- API key
- Not needed
Try it
- Prepare a Linux server.
- Run the one-line install script from the README on that server.
- Open the panel's web address in your browser and sign in.
Using Claude Code, Cursor or another AI coding assistant? Paste the prompt and it will walk you through the setup.New to this?
Before you install
- Only download from the official GitHub page. Copies with similar names exist for many popular projects.
- License (GPL-3.0): Free to use; if you share a changed version, you must share your source code too.
- More on staying safe