Overview
Drupal is a flexible open-source CMS built for structured content, complex editorial models, and large multi-section websites. DockerCP provisions it from a clean Docker profile, handling persistent storage, environment configuration, domain mapping, and HTTPS certificates. Once it is running, you can attach domains, issue SSL certificates, inspect logs, and monitor resource usage directly from the panel.
How deployment works in DockerCP
This template gives DockerCP the deployment metadata needed to create a service, prepare runtime variables, map persistent storage, expose the internal port, and connect a public domain with SSL when required.
- Create or select a project where the service belongs.
- Review the Docker image, tag, default port, environment variables, and volume mappings.
- Deploy the service and check logs until the application is healthy.
- Attach a domain or subdomain when the application must be available publicly.
- Enable HTTPS and verify the final browser response.
Configuration
Environment variables
| Variable | Default / guidance |
|---|---|
APP_ENV |
production |
APP_PORT |
80 |
APP_URL |
https://example.com |
Persistent volumes
| Volume | Mount path |
|---|---|
| drupal_data | /var/www/html |
Commands
DockerCP handles deployment from the panel, but understanding the equivalent Docker commands helps users debug services with more confidence.
docker pull drupal:latest
docker ps --filter "name=drupal"
docker logs --tail=100 drupal
DNS and SSL checklist
| Step | Expected result |
|---|---|
| Add A or CNAME record | The domain points to the DockerCP server or configured target. |
| Attach domain to service | The service is reachable through the selected hostname. |
| Enable HTTPS | The certificate becomes active and redirect to HTTPS can be enabled. |
Screenshots
Panel previews for the Drupal template: how deployment, the running service, and its key details look inside DockerCP.
Self-host Drupal, a flexible open-source CMS built for structured content, complex editorial models, and large multi-section websites.
Troubleshoot
- Confirm the Docker image and tag exist.
- Confirm the selected internal port matches the application port.
- Confirm required variables such as database URL, app URL, and credentials are set.
- Check service logs after the first deployment.
- Verify DNS before requesting or renewing SSL certificates.