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arcane: Manage Docker Containers and Compose Projects

Arcane is a self-hosted web interface for managing Docker containers and Compose projects. It is aimed at people who want a visual way to work with Docker; consult its documentation for installation and configuration details.

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7.7k
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+450

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87
Community
66
Issues
80
Pull requests
77

+450 stars in the last 30 days

  • Releases more often than 90% of the projects we track
  • Merges more pull requests than 83% of the projects we track
  • More contributors than 75% of the projects we track

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Change since Nov 13, 2026: +15 stars·+1 forks

Overview

Arcane provides a web UI for Docker management, including container and Compose-related workflows. It offers a visual alternative for people who prefer not to manage Docker entirely through the command line.

It may suit individuals or teams running their own Docker environment who want a dedicated management interface. The README points to the project documentation for setup and configuration, rather than listing installation steps directly.

Key Features

  • Web UI for Docker management.
  • Container-management focus.
  • Docker Compose-related focus.
  • Self-hosted project, as indicated by its topics.
  • Crowdin project for community translations.
  • Published Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) linked from the README.

Use Cases

  • A self-hosting hobbyist who wants a visual interface for managing a Docker environment.
  • An operator who works with Compose projects and wants a management UI alongside command-line tools.
  • A Docker user who prefers a graphical workflow for routine container management.
  • A contributor who wants to help localize the interface through the linked Crowdin project.

Getting Started

See the official documentation for installation, configuration, and development instructions. The README does not provide an installation command; consult the repository for project details.

Alternatives

  • Dockge: Dockge focuses on Compose stacks and keeps their files accessible, while Arcane also manages Docker containers directly.
  • 1Panel: 1Panel combines container management with server, website, database, and backup tools, while Arcane focuses on Docker containers and Compose projects.
ProjectLanguageLicenseStarsStatus
arcaneGoBSD-3-Clause7.7kNot checked yet
DockgeTypeScriptMIT24.8kMaintained
1PanelGoGPL-3.037.1kActive

Considerations

  • Arcane is intended for Docker management, so it is relevant when you already operate a Docker environment; the supplied README does not specify deployment requirements.
  • Installation and configuration steps are not included in the supplied README excerpt. Check the documentation before choosing a deployment approach.
  • The README directs feature requests to GitHub Discussions and reserves issues for bug reports.

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