Python and Django deployment guide

# Deploy Django and Python projects on Deplomo

Deploy Django, FastAPI, and Flask on Deplomo from Git or the CLI. Set build and run commands, configure environment variables, a database, and a domain, then deploy your Python project.

Short answer

To deploy Django or run Python web services without configuring a Linux server, connect your Git repository to the cloud platform or run `deplomo deploy` The Deplomo platform installs packages and runs your app in a secure container with a custom domain and free SSL. For specialized hosting, see the [Python hosting](/products/python) or visit the full [Deployment guide](/guides) guide.

Last reviewed:6 September 2026

## Prerequisites and instructions for running Python projects

Add your project dependencies to `requirements.txt` or `pyproject.toml` . The app web server must listen on `PORT` at  `0.0.0.0` :

```
# Deploy FastAPI with Uvicorn
uvicorn main:app --host 0.0.0.0 --port $PORT

# Deploy Django with Gunicorn
gunicorn config.wsgi:application --bind 0.0.0.0:$PORT

# Deploy Flask
gunicorn app:app --bind 0.0.0.0:$PORT
```

On Windows (PowerShell), use `irm https://get.deplomo.com/install.ps1 | iex` instead of the first command.

## Method 1: Deploy a Django project directly from Git

- Create a project and cloud environment in the Deplomo dashboard.

- Create a new service and select your GitHub or GitLab repository.

- Enter the build command, for example to run migrations and collect static files: `python manage.py collectstatic --noinput`.

- Enter the web server run command and set secret environment variables such as `SECRET_KEY` .

- After deploying your Django project, connect a custom domain and use free SSL.

## Method 2: Deploy a Python project with the Deplomo CLI

If your project is not in Git or you want to manage deployments in a CI/CD pipeline, use the CLI:

```
curl -fsSL https://get.deplomo.com/install.sh | sh
deplomo login
cd my-python-project
deplomo deploy
```

## Database, media files, and production environment tips

- Use the Deplomo add-ons section for PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Redis.

- Store user-uploaded media files on persistent cloud disks or S3-compatible storage.

- When deploying Flask or FastAPI, store secret keys in environment variables.

## Frequently asked questions

### How do I deploy Django on Deplomo?

To deploy Django, connect your project to Git. Deplomo detects requirements.txt, installs the packages, and runs your app in an isolated cloud environment with a WSGI server such as Gunicorn.

### Do FastAPI and Flask deployments require a Dockerfile?

No. Deplomo detects Python frameworks automatically, so you do not need a custom Dockerfile to deploy FastAPI or Flask. Custom Dockerfiles are also supported.

### How do I deploy a Django project with a database?

To deploy a Django project, create a PostgreSQL or MySQL database from the Deplomo add-ons section, then set the DATABASE_URL environment variable for your service.

### How do I deploy a Python project from the CLI?

Run deplomo deploy from your project directory to send and deploy its files directly to the cloud platform without connecting a Git repository.