Hardware & Software Requirements

Hardware and software requirements for CARTO Self-Hosted by deployment method

The hardware and software requirements below must be met to ensure optimal performance of the CARTO platform. Requirements differ by deployment method.

Recommended background

Before proceeding with the installation, it is recommended that the individual performing the setup is familiar with cloud environments, specifically GCP (Google Cloud Platform), AWS (Amazon Web Services), or Azure (Microsoft Azure). This prior experience ensures a smoother deployment process and a better understanding of the underlying infrastructure.

1. Cloud Platform Proficiency: Basic proficiency in the chosen cloud platform is recommended. This includes the ability to navigate the respective console, manage instances or clusters, and configure networking settings.

2. Account Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions and access rights within your cloud platform account. This typically involves appropriate role assignments.

3. Resource Understanding: A grasp of fundamental concepts such as virtual machines, Kubernetes, storage, and networking within your chosen cloud environment will enhance your ability to deploy and manage resources effectively.

Select your deployment method below.

Single Virtual Machine

Operating system

Requirement	Value
OS	Ubuntu 22.04, Debian 11 or above

CPU, memory and disk

Requirement	AI Features disabled	AI Features enabled
CPU (x86)	8	16
Memory	32 GB	64 GB
Disk size	60 GB	60 GB

Orchestrated (Kubernetes — Kots & Helm)

Checklist

• Your deployment method is chosen (Choosing a deployment method)

• Host OS / Kubernetes version meets the minimums above

• CPU, memory, and disk meet the minimums for your method (and AI features, if enabled)