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 "title": "Self-host Dify with Docker Compose",
 "page_title": "How to self-host Dify with Docker Compose with Dify",
 "summary": "Copy the env file, start the stack, and finish setup in the browser.",
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 "problem": "Building chat, RAG and workflow plumbing from scratch takes weeks.",
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  "Add your model provider keys in settings"
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  "Docker and Docker Compose v2.24.0 or later for self-hosting",
  "A machine with at least 2 CPU cores and 4 GiB RAM",
  "API keys for the model providers you use"
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   "notice": "Model provider keys are stored in the Dify instance; restrict access before sharing it."
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