What's Included with LaunchStack Hosting?

LaunchStack is UncleBTech's developer-first Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), powered by Coolify. It's designed for developers, startups, and SaaS builders who want to deploy applications without the complexity of managing infrastructure.

Core Platform Features

Coolify PaaS Foundation

Open-Source Platform: Built on Coolify, ensuring no vendor lock-in
Docker-Native: All applications run in isolated Docker containers
Git-First Workflow: Deploy directly from your Git repositories
Multi-Framework Support: Works with React, Node.js, Python, PHP, Ruby, Go, and more

Infrastructure Resources

Starter LaunchStack (£99/month):

1 Project/Application
80 GB NVMe SSD storage
8 GB RAM
2 vCPUs
500 GB monthly bandwidth

Advanced LaunchStack (£149/month):

3 Projects/Applications
160 GB NVMe SSD storage
16 GB RAM
4 vCPUs
1 TB monthly bandwidth

Premium LaunchStack (£249/month):

10 Projects/Applications
240 GB NVMe SSD storage
32 GB RAM
8 vCPUs
2 TB monthly bandwidth

Git Integration and Deployment

Automatic Deployments

Push-to-Deploy: Automatic deployments triggered by Git pushes
Branch-Based Deployments: Deploy different branches to different environments
Build Process Automation: Automatic detection and execution of build scripts
Deployment Rollbacks: Easy rollback to previous deployments

Supported Git Providers

GitHub: Full integration with GitHub repositories and actions
GitLab: Support for GitLab repositories and CI/CD pipelines
Bitbucket: Integration with Bitbucket repositories
Custom Git: Support for self-hosted Git servers

CI/CD Pipeline Features

Automated Testing: Run tests before deployment
Build Optimization: Intelligent caching for faster builds
Environment Variables: Secure management of configuration and secrets
Webhook Integration: Trigger deployments from external services

Developer Tip: Use environment variables to manage different configurations for development, staging, and production environments without changing your code.

One-Click Services

Database Services

PostgreSQL: Full-featured relational database
MySQL/MariaDB: Traditional relational database options
SQLite: Lightweight database for smaller applications
Redis: In-memory caching and session storage
MongoDB: NoSQL document database (Premium plans)

Development Tools

Supabase: Backend-as-a-Service with real-time features
Plausible Analytics: Privacy-focused website analytics
Grafana: Advanced monitoring and observability
Uptime Kuma: Uptime monitoring for your applications

Content Management

WordPress: Traditional WordPress installations
Ghost: Modern publishing platform
Strapi: Headless CMS for API-driven applications
Directus: Open-source data platform

AI and Analytics Services

n8n: Workflow automation platform
Metabase: Business intelligence and analytics
Langfuse: LLM application monitoring
Custom Services: Request additional services as needed

Application Management

Environment Management

Multiple Environments: Development, staging, and production environments
Environment Variables: Secure configuration management
Resource Isolation: Each application runs in its own container
Custom Domains: Connect your own domains to applications

Monitoring and Logging

Application Metrics: CPU, memory, and network usage tracking
Log Aggregation: Centralized logging for all your applications
Error Tracking: Automatic error detection and alerting
Performance Monitoring: Response time and throughput metrics

Scaling and Performance

Horizontal Scaling: Add more instances of your application (Premium)
Vertical Scaling: Increase CPU and memory resources
Load Balancing: Distribute traffic across multiple instances (Premium)
Auto-Scaling: Automatic resource adjustment based on demand (Premium)

Developer Experience

Modern Development Workflow

Hot Reloading: See changes instantly during development
Build Caching: Faster subsequent deployments
Dependency Management: Automatic handling of package installations
Framework Detection: Automatic configuration for popular frameworks

Team Collaboration

Role-Based Access: Control who can deploy and manage applications
Team Workspaces: Organize projects by team or client
Audit Logs: Track all changes and deployments
Shared Environments: Collaborate on staging and development environments

API and Automation

Management API: Programmatically manage applications and deployments
Webhook Support: Integrate with external services and workflows
CLI Tools: Command-line interface for power users
Infrastructure as Code: Define your infrastructure in configuration files

Security and Compliance

Application Security

Container Isolation: Each application runs in its own secure container
Network Security: Private networking between services
SSL Certificates: Automatic HTTPS for all applications
Security Scanning: Regular vulnerability assessments

Data Protection

Encrypted Storage: All data encrypted at rest
Secure Backups: Daily backups with encryption
Access Controls: Fine-grained permissions and authentication
Compliance Ready: GDPR and SOC 2 compliance features

Backup and Recovery

Automated Backups: Daily backups of applications and databases
Point-in-Time Recovery: Restore to specific moments in time
Cross-Region Backups: Backups stored in multiple locations
Disaster Recovery: Comprehensive disaster recovery procedures

Support and Service Levels

Developer Support

Starter LaunchStack:

Standard support with 24-hour response time
Email and ticket-based support
Access to documentation and community resources

Advanced LaunchStack:

Priority support with under 2-hour response time
Direct access to platform engineers
Architecture consultation and best practices guidance

Premium LaunchStack:

SLA support with dedicated engineer
24/7 emergency support for critical applications
Custom architecture review and optimization
Direct Slack/Discord channel for immediate assistance

Technical Expertise

Platform Specialists: Engineers experienced with Coolify and modern deployment
Framework Experts: Support for all major web frameworks and languages
DevOps Guidance: Best practices for CI/CD and application architecture
Performance Optimization: Ongoing optimization recommendations

Startup and SaaS Features

Rapid Prototyping

Quick Deployments: Get from code to live application in minutes
Instant Scaling: Scale resources up or down based on demand
Cost Optimization: Pay only for the resources you actually use
Experiment Freely: Easy to spin up and tear down test environments

Growth Support

Seamless Scaling: Grow from MVP to enterprise without platform changes
Resource Monitoring: Understand your application's resource needs
Performance Analytics: Data-driven insights for optimization
Architecture Evolution: Guidance on evolving your application architecture

Business Tools

Usage Analytics: Understand how your applications are performing
Cost Tracking: Monitor spending and optimize resource allocation
Team Management: Add team members with appropriate access levels
Client Reporting: Generate reports for stakeholders and investors

Migration and Onboarding

Platform Migration

From Heroku: Specialized migration tools and guidance
From Vercel: Application and database migration support
From AWS/GCP: Enterprise migration with minimal downtime
Custom Platforms: Migration from any Docker-compatible platform

Onboarding Process

Initial Consultation: Discuss your application architecture and requirements
Environment Setup: Configure your LaunchStack environment
Application Migration: Move your applications with zero downtime
Team Training: Optional training on LaunchStack features and best practices
Optimization Review: Performance and security optimization recommendations

Developer Onboarding

Platform Walkthrough: Guided tour of LaunchStack features
Best Practices Guide: Recommendations for optimal application deployment
Sample Applications: Example projects to demonstrate platform capabilities
Community Access: Join our developer community for tips and support

Advanced Features (Premium)

Enterprise Capabilities

Multi-Server Deployments: Deploy across multiple servers for high availability
Kubernetes Integration: Kubernetes support for complex applications (roadmap)
Advanced Observability: Grafana stack for comprehensive monitoring
Custom Security: VPN, WAF, and SSO integration options

Compliance and Governance

Audit Logging: Comprehensive logs for compliance requirements
Access Controls: Enterprise-grade permission management
Data Residency: Control where your data is stored and processed
Compliance Reporting: Regular compliance and security reports

Getting the Most from LaunchStack

Optimization Strategies

Use Environment Variables: Keep configuration separate from code
Implement Health Checks: Ensure reliable application monitoring
Optimize Docker Images: Smaller images deploy faster
Monitor Resource Usage: Right-size your applications for cost efficiency

Development Best Practices

Use Staging Environments: Test all changes before production deployment
Implement Proper Logging: Use structured logging for better debugging
Set Up Monitoring: Configure alerts for critical application metrics
Regular Backups: Ensure your data and applications are always protected

Scaling Considerations

Database Optimization: Ensure your database can handle increased load
Caching Strategy: Implement appropriate caching for your application type
CDN Integration: Use CDN for static assets and global performance
Load Testing: Regular testing to understand your application's limits

Startup Success Tip: Start with the Starter plan and scale up as your user base grows. LaunchStack makes it easy to add resources without changing your application architecture.

Support Resources

Getting Help

Documentation: Comprehensive guides for all platform features
Community Forum: Connect with other developers using LaunchStack
Video Tutorials: Step-by-step video guides for common tasks
Live Support: Direct access to platform engineers

Learning Resources

Best Practices Guides: Proven strategies for application deployment
Architecture Patterns: Common patterns for scalable applications
Performance Optimization: Guides for optimizing application performance
Security Guidelines: Best practices for secure application deployment

Ready to launch your next application? Contact our LaunchStack team at support@unclebtech.com or submit a ticket for a personalized consultation on the best plan for your development needs.