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Choose Your Preferred Method

Phala Cloud offers multiple ways to create and deploy your Confidential Virtual Machine (CVM), accommodating different workflows and preferences. Learn about Confidential Virtual Machine technology and its enterprise applications. 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 → Use the Phala Cloud UI if you:
  • Are new to Phala Cloud
  • Prefer graphical interfaces
  • Want quick deployments without command-line knowledge

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Option 2: Using the Command Line Interface (CLI)

For developers who prefer terminal-based workflows or need to automate deployments: Follow the CLI Guide → Use the CLI if you:
  • Need automated deployments
  • Work with CI/CD pipelines
  • Prefer terminal-based workflows
  • Want scriptable infrastructure

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CVM Management Features

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

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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

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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

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Resizing

  • Resource Scaling: Dynamically adjust your CVM’s CPU, memory, and storage
  • Cost Optimization: Reduce your cloud spending by downsizing your CVM

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Security

  • Data Protection: E2E encrypt your sensitive data at rest
  • Access Control: Restrict access to your CVMs and logs

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CVM Management API

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

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Next Steps

After creating your CVM, you’ll want to: