Deploy your FastAPI app to DigitalOcean
Step-by-step deployment help for FastAPI apps on DigitalOcean. We fix FastAPI-specific deployment issues, configure DigitalOcean, and get your app live. From $19.
FastAPI issues we fix before deploying
Common FastAPI problems that affect DigitalOcean deployments.
Blocking calls inside async endpoints
Synchronous database calls, file operations, or HTTP requests inside async def endpoints block the entire event loop, making your API unresponsive under load.
Missing authentication on endpoints
API routes that handle sensitive data or actions without any auth middleware — Depends() for authentication is simply not included in the route definition.
No CORS configuration
CORSMiddleware either missing (blocking all cross-origin requests) or set to allow_origins=['*'] (allowing any website to call your API).
Pydantic models without validation constraints
Request models that accept any string length, any number range, and any format. No Field() constraints, so invalid data flows through your system.
DigitalOcean deployment issues we check for
Common DigitalOcean problems that break FastAPI 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 FastAPI 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 FastAPI app to DigitalOcean?
We handle FastAPI deployments to DigitalOcean end to end. Start with our code audit ($19) to identify deployment blockers specific to your FastAPI project, then we configure DigitalOcean, fix issues, and get your app live in production.
What FastAPI issues affect DigitalOcean deployments?
FastAPI projects commonly have blocking calls inside async endpoints and missing authentication on endpoints. 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 FastAPI project to DigitalOcean?
Yes. We specialize in deploying FastAPI applications to DigitalOcean. We audit your codebase for FastAPI-specific issues, configure DigitalOcean correctly, and handle the full deployment so your app runs reliably in production.
What does FastAPI deployment to DigitalOcean cost?
Our code audit ($19) identifies all DigitalOcean deployment blockers in your FastAPI project. Full deployment assistance is scoped with a fixed quote after the audit — no hourly billing or surprise charges.
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