Drop

Self-Hosted

Open-source game server management control panel

Overview

Drop is a self-hosted control panel designed for managing game servers (e.g., Minecraft, Rust, Ark) with ease. It offers one-click server deployment, real-time resource monitoring (CPU, RAM, disk), role-based user access control, automated backups/restore, and mod/plugin support. Deployable via Docker or bare metal, it supports multiple game engines and features an intuitive UI that reduces reliance on command-line tools. Ideal for game communities or server hosts seeking full control over their infrastructure, privacy, and customization options without third-party dependencies.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  drop:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: drop
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

One-click deployment for popular game servers
Real-time resource monitoring and alerting
Role-based access control for team collaboration
Automated backup and restore functionality
Mod/plugin management for supported games

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Drop hard to install?

Drop offers Docker deployment which streamlines setup with pre-configured containers. For bare-metal installs, official docs provide step-by-step guides for dependencies like Node.js and PostgreSQL. Most users find Docker setup straightforward even with minimal admin experience.

? Is it a good alternative to Nitrado?

Yes—Drop provides core features like server management and backups but as a self-hosted tool, it eliminates subscription costs and gives you full control over hardware and data. It’s ideal for users wanting to avoid third-party hosting lock-in.

? Is it completely free?

Drop is open-source under the MIT License, so it’s 100% free to use, modify, and self-host. You only incur costs for the server hardware or cloud hosting you choose to run it on.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Games - Administrative Utilities & Control Panels

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full control over server infrastructure and data privacy
⊕ Supports multiple game engines (Minecraft, Rust, Ark)
⊕ Docker deployment simplifies setup and maintenance
⊕ No subscription fees—completely self-hosted

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server administration knowledge for setup
⊖ May need manual updates to support new game versions
⊖ Limited official support compared to proprietary panels