# Self-Host Pro

> Documentation for Self-Host Pro — sell and distribute self-hosted software.

## Getting Started

- [Getting Started](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/docs/getting-started.md): Learn how to sell and distribute self-hosted software with Self-Host Pro.
- [Create Your Account](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/docs/getting-started/create-account.md): Sign up for Self-Host Pro and set up your team.
- [Create Your First Product](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/docs/getting-started/create-product.md): Set up a product with Docker images, variations, and payment integration.

## Seller Guide

- [Seller Guide](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/docs/sellers.md): Everything you need to know about selling software on Self-Host Pro.
- [Docker Registry](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/docs/sellers/docker-registry.md): Push and manage Docker images on the Self-Host Pro registry.
- [Variations](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/docs/sellers/variations.md): Configure product variations with Docker Compose, system requirements, and advanced install options.
- [Payment Providers](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/docs/sellers/payments.md): Connect payment providers to sell your software.
- [Customers](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/docs/sellers/customers.md): View and manage customers who have purchased your software.
- [Automated Builds](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/docs/sellers/automated-builds.md): Automate Docker image builds with GitHub Actions and other CI/CD systems.

## Customer Guide

- [Customer Guide](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/docs/customers.md): How to install and manage software you've purchased through Self-Host Pro.
- [Installation](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/docs/customers/installation.md): Install your purchased software on your server.
- [Access Tokens](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/docs/customers/access-tokens.md): Manage Docker registry credentials for pulling updates.

## Blog

- [5 Common Docker Questions Answered for Self-Hosters](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/blog/5-common-docker-questions-answered-for-self-hosters.md): New to Docker? Get clear answers to 5 common questions, from system requirements to production use, and learn how Docker powers self-hosted applications.
- [How to Monetize Your Open Source Software with Self Host Pro](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/blog/how-to-monetize-your-open-source-software-with-self-host-pro.md): A few practical strategies to monetize your open source software without sacrificing transparency or community trust. Self Host Pro helps developers earn revenue through easy installs, premium support, and controlled distribution.
- [Lemon Squeezy vs. Self Host Pro - which platform for selling self-hosted apps?](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/blog/lemon-squeezy-vs-self-host-pro.md): Wondering how Lemon Squeezy and Self Host Pro compare for selling self-hosted apps? Learn how the two platforms integrate and why Self Host Pro's Docker registry access controls are the missing piece for secure, automated software distribution.
- [On Premise Hosting for Enterprise Applications](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/blog/on-premise-hosting-for-enterprise-applications.md): Discover why enterprises demand on premise hosting and how developers can tap into this market by building self-hosted, licensable applications with Self Host Pro.
- [Self-Hosting Software - What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Get Started](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/blog/self-hosting-software-how-to-get-started.md): Learn what self-hosting is, why small businesses are making the switch, and how to get started with Docker images, all in one practical guide.
- [Self-Hosting vs. Managed Hosting: What's the Difference and Which Is Right for You?](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/blog/self-hosting-vs-managed-hosting-whats-the-difference.md): Self hosting can sound scary, but once you realize you are giving up data and privacy, it's worth looking into. With new tools, it's also easy to get started!
- [Types of Apps You Can Sell on Self Host Pro](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/blog/types-of-apps-you-can-sell-on-self-host-pro.md): Discover the types of apps you can sell on Self Host Pro, from personal productivity tools to enterprise software. If it runs in Docker, you can sell it.
- [Welcome to Self-Host Pro](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/blog/welcome-to-self-host-pro.md): We built Self-Host Pro to make distributing self-hosted Docker applications as simple as possible for SaaS developers. Here's why we built it and what's ahead.
- [Why Data Privacy is Important](https://selfhostpro.com/raw/blog/why-data-privacy-is-important.md): Take control of your personal data. Learn why data privacy matters and how self-hosting your applications puts you back in charge of your information.