Deploy and Manage CVMs

Choose Your Preferred Method

Phala Cloud offers multiple ways to create and deploy your Confidential Virtual Machine (CVM), accommodating different workflows and preferences.

Option 1: Using the Phala Cloud UI (Recommended for Beginners)

If you prefer a visual interface with guided steps, the Phala Cloud UI provides an intuitive experience for creating your CVM:

Create with Docker Compose →

The Phala Cloud UI is ideal for:

• First-time users of Phala Cloud

• Visual learners who prefer graphical interfaces

• Quick deployments without command-line knowledge

Option 2: Using the Command Line Interface (CLI)

For developers who prefer terminal-based workflows or need to automate deployments:

Follow the CLI Guide →

The CLI approach is perfect for:

• Experienced developers

• DevOps automation

• CI/CD pipeline integration

• Script-based deployments

CVM Management Features

Phala Cloud provides a comprehensive management system for your CVMs, allowing you to monitor, upgrade, and resize your applications.

Monitoring

• CVM Status: Track the health and status of your CVMs

• Resource Usage: Monitor CPU, memory, and storage consumption

• Logs: View application logs and system messages

Upgrades

• Environment Variables: Update your application's environment variables

• Docker Images: Upgrade your application's Docker image

• Resource Allocation: Adjust your CVM's CPU, memory, and storage

Resizing

• Resource Scaling: Dynamically adjust your CVM's CPU, memory, and storage

• Cost Optimization: Reduce your cloud spending by downsizing your CVM

Security

• Data Protection: E2E encrypt your sensitive data at rest

• Access Control: Restrict access to your CVMs and logs

CVM Management API

Phala Cloud provides a API for managing your CVMs, allowing you to automate your CVM management tasks.

Next Steps

After creating your CVM, you'll want to:

• Access to your applications
• Set up monitoring