TeslaMate is a powerful, self-hosted data logger for your Tesla. This guide provides a complete walkthrough for securely deploying TeslaMate on a cloud server, enabling user authentication and covering everything from domain setup to SSL configuration.
### *Prerequisites*
Before you begin, you will need the following:
#### 1. A Cloud Server
It is highly recommended to use a cloud server located outside of mainland China for more stable access to the Tesla API. You can choose any cloud provider like Tencent Cloud, AWS, Google Cloud, or DigitalOcean.
*Recommended Server Specifications:*
* *Memory:* 2 GB or more
* *Storage:* 40 GB or more
* *Operating System:* Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
#### 2. A Domain Name
You will need a domain name to access your TeslaMate instance securely over the internet.
1. Go to a domain registrar (e.g., Tencent Cloud, GoDaddy, Namecheap).
2. Search for and purchase an affordable domain (e.g., with a `.top`, `.xyz` TLD).
3. Complete any required identity verification.
#### 3. DNS Configuration
After acquiring your server and domain, you need to point your domain to your server's IP address.
*3.1 Add an A Record*
In your domain provider's DNS management console, create a new record with the following details:
* *Host:* `teslamate` (or any subdomain you prefer)
* *Type:* `A`
* *Value:* Your server's public IP address
* *TTL:* `600` (or default)
*3.2 Add a CNAME Record (Optional)*
If you want to access your instance via `www`, you can add a CNAME record:
* *Host:* `www`
* *Type:* `CNAME`
* *Value:* `teslamate.yourdomain.com`
* *TTL:* `600` (or default)
*Note:* DNS changes can take 10-30 minutes to propagate. Please be patient.
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### *One-Click Deployment Script*
We provide an interactive installation script that automates the entire setup process.
1. Log into your server via SSH.
2. Execute the following command and follow the on-screen prompts:
*Automated Setup:* Automatically installs Docker and Docker Compose.
*Interactive Configuration:* Guides you through setting up environment variables.
*Enhanced Security:* Generates secure passwords and sets up basic user authentication.
*SSL Included:* Automatically configures a free SSL certificate from Let's Encrypt.
*Auto-Start:* Configures all services to start automatically on boot.
*Easy Maintenance:* Includes simple commands for updating the service and backing up/restoring data.
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### *Recommended: Mytesla UI*
After successfully deploying TeslaMate, we highly recommend enhancing your experience with *Mytesla UI*, a feature-rich user interface designed to work with your TeslaMate data.
#### *Mytesla UI Key Features*
* *Real-time Vehicle Monitoring*
* Live battery status and health display.
* Real-time charging progress tracking.
* Current vehicle location monitoring.
* *In-Depth Data Analysis*
* Detailed analysis of driving data and efficiency.
* Comprehensive energy consumption reports.
* Charging cost statistics with automatic calculation for peak/off-peak electricity rates.
* *Smart Notifications & Alerts*
* Notifications for charging completion.
* Alerts when a trip is finished.
* Periodic data summary reports.
* Reminders for available software updates.
### *Guide to Deploying TeslaMate*
TeslaMate is a powerful, self-hosted data logger for your Tesla. This guide provides a complete walkthrough for securely deploying TeslaMate on a cloud server, enabling user authentication and covering everything from domain setup to SSL configuration.
### *Prerequisites*
Before you begin, you will need the following:
#### 1. A Cloud Server
It is highly recommended to use a cloud server located outside of mainland China for more stable access to the Tesla API. You can choose any cloud provider like Tencent Cloud, AWS, Google Cloud, or DigitalOcean.
*Recommended Server Specifications:* * *Memory:* 2 GB or more * *Storage:* 40 GB or more * *Operating System:* Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
#### 2. A Domain Name
You will need a domain name to access your TeslaMate instance securely over the internet. 1. Go to a domain registrar (e.g., Tencent Cloud, GoDaddy, Namecheap). 2. Search for and purchase an affordable domain (e.g., with a `.top`, `.xyz` TLD). 3. Complete any required identity verification.
#### 3. DNS Configuration
After acquiring your server and domain, you need to point your domain to your server's IP address.
*3.1 Add an A Record* In your domain provider's DNS management console, create a new record with the following details: * *Host:* `teslamate` (or any subdomain you prefer) * *Type:* `A` * *Value:* Your server's public IP address * *TTL:* `600` (or default)
*3.2 Add a CNAME Record (Optional)* If you want to access your instance via `www`, you can add a CNAME record: * *Host:* `www` * *Type:* `CNAME` * *Value:* `teslamate.yourdomain.com` * *TTL:* `600` (or default)
*Note:* DNS changes can take 10-30 minutes to propagate. Please be patient.
---
### *One-Click Deployment Script*
We provide an interactive installation script that automates the entire setup process.
1. Log into your server via SSH. 2. Execute the following command and follow the on-screen prompts:
```bash bash -c "$(curl -sSL https://s.mytesla.cc/install.sh)" ```
#### *Script Features*
*Automated Setup:* Automatically installs Docker and Docker Compose. *Interactive Configuration:* Guides you through setting up environment variables. *Enhanced Security:* Generates secure passwords and sets up basic user authentication. *SSL Included:* Automatically configures a free SSL certificate from Let's Encrypt. *Auto-Start:* Configures all services to start automatically on boot. *Easy Maintenance:* Includes simple commands for updating the service and backing up/restoring data.
---
### *Recommended: Mytesla UI*
After successfully deploying TeslaMate, we highly recommend enhancing your experience with *Mytesla UI*, a feature-rich user interface designed to work with your TeslaMate data.
#### *Mytesla UI Key Features*
* *Real-time Vehicle Monitoring* * Live battery status and health display. * Real-time charging progress tracking. * Current vehicle location monitoring.
* *In-Depth Data Analysis* * Detailed analysis of driving data and efficiency. * Comprehensive energy consumption reports. * Charging cost statistics with automatic calculation for peak/off-peak electricity rates.
* *Smart Notifications & Alerts* * Notifications for charging completion. * Alerts when a trip is finished. * Periodic data summary reports. * Reminders for available software updates.
#### *Get Mytesla UI*
To learn more and get started, visit the official [Mytesla](https://mytesla.cc/login) .