Deploy your Docker app to DigitalOcean
Step-by-step deployment help for Docker apps on DigitalOcean. We fix Docker-specific deployment issues, configure DigitalOcean, and get your app live. From $19.
Docker issues we fix before deploying
Common Docker problems that affect DigitalOcean deployments.
Running as root user
Containers running processes as root, so a container breakout gives the attacker root access to the host system.
Secrets baked into image layers
API keys, database passwords, or .env files copied into the Docker image during build, permanently stored in image layers even if deleted later.
Bloated image size
Using full OS base images (ubuntu, node:latest) instead of slim or alpine variants, resulting in 1GB+ images that are slow to pull and deploy.
No multi-stage build
Build dependencies (compilers, dev packages) included in the production image, increasing size and attack surface.
DigitalOcean deployment issues we check for
Common DigitalOcean problems that break Docker apps in production.
App Platform buildpack fails to detect framework
AI-generated project structures with non-standard entry points or missing start scripts cause DigitalOcean's buildpack to fail during auto-detection.
Managed database connection pool exhaustion
AI tools create a new database connection per request instead of using a connection pool, exhausting DigitalOcean's managed database connection limits quickly.
Droplet firewall not configured
Freshly provisioned Droplets have all ports open by default. AI deployment scripts skip firewall configuration, exposing SSH, database, and admin ports publicly.
Spaces CDN CORS not configured
DigitalOcean Spaces requires explicit CORS headers for browser-based uploads. AI-generated frontend code fails silently when uploading files directly to Spaces.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your Docker project before deploying to DigitalOcean.
External Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerability check
- SSL/TLS configuration analysis
- Security header assessment
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerability analysis
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- Architecture review
- Expert + AI code analysis
Complete Bundle
Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.
- Everything in both products
- Cross-referenced findings
- Unified action plan
100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.
How it works
Tell us about your app
Share your project details and what you need help with.
Expert + AI audit
A human expert assisted by AI reviews your code within 24 hours.
Launch with confidence
We fix what needs fixing and stick around to help.
Frequently asked questions
How do I deploy a Docker app to DigitalOcean?
We handle Docker deployments to DigitalOcean end to end. Start with our code audit ($19) to identify deployment blockers specific to your Docker project, then we configure DigitalOcean, fix issues, and get your app live in production.
What Docker issues affect DigitalOcean deployments?
Docker projects commonly have running as root user and secrets baked into image layers. On DigitalOcean, these combine with app platform buildpack fails to detect framework and managed database connection pool exhaustion to cause deployment failures.
Can SpringCode deploy my Docker project to DigitalOcean?
Yes. We specialize in deploying Docker applications to DigitalOcean. We audit your codebase for Docker-specific issues, configure DigitalOcean correctly, and handle the full deployment so your app runs reliably in production.
What does Docker deployment to DigitalOcean cost?
Our code audit ($19) identifies all DigitalOcean deployment blockers in your Docker project. Full deployment assistance is scoped with a fixed quote after the audit — no hourly billing or surprise charges.
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