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Docker Compose Generator

Generate docker-compose.yml with services

Docker Compose Generator is a free online tool from BrowserUtils that generate docker-compose.yml with services. It runs entirely in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No account required.

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How to use Docker Compose Generator

  1. 1 Paste or type your input into the editor above.
  2. 2 The tool processes your data instantly — right in your browser, with nothing sent to a server.
  3. 3 Copy the result with one click or continue editing your input.

About Docker Compose Generator

Free online Docker Compose generator. Define services with images, ports, volumes, and environment variables to generate a valid docker-compose.yml file. This tool runs entirely in your browser — your data is never sent to a server. Just paste your input, get instant results, and copy with one click. No sign-up or installation required.

Docker Compose Generator specs

Runtime
100% client-side (browser)
Cost
Free — no account, no rate limits, no usage caps
Browser support
Chrome 90+, Firefox 88+, Safari 14+, Edge 90+
Part of
299 developer tools on BrowserUtils (100% client-side)

Questions

What is Docker Compose?
Docker Compose is a tool for defining and running multi-container Docker applications. You use a YAML file to configure your application services, networks, and volumes, then start everything with a single command.
What version of the Compose file format should I use?
Modern Docker Compose (v2+) no longer requires a version field at the top of the file. The latest Docker Compose CLI automatically uses the most recent schema. This generator produces files compatible with Docker Compose v2.
How do I add a database to my Docker Compose setup?
Add a new service with the database image (e.g., postgres:16 or mysql:8), set environment variables for credentials, and attach a named volume for persistent data storage. Link it to your app service using a shared network.
What is the depends_on field in Docker Compose?
depends_on controls startup order so that one service starts only after another is running. It does not wait for the dependency to be "ready," so you may still need a health check or wait script for databases.
Can I use this tool to generate Compose files offline?
Yes. The form and YAML generation run entirely in your browser. No server communication is needed once the page has loaded.
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