The Essential Tool for Web Developers

Say goodbye to the tedious process of setting up a Web development environment. Starting today, ServBay meets all your Web development needs

Why should you use ServBay

Quick Install

Just one click and you're set up in seconds. There's no need for Docker or compiling from source code. You can freely switch between different versions of programming languages or databases at any time, and even run multiple versions of PHP simultaneously.

Comprehensive Tools

Comes with an extensive array of web development toolkits like Caddy, NGINX, PHP, MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Redis, memcached, etc., supporting both the latest and legacy versions.

High Performance

Runs in a non-virtualized environment, conserving your system resources. It's been specifically adapted and optimized for macOS.

Robust Security

Stays in sync with the official version. You can upgrade to the latest version anytime with just a single click. It includes the latest security patches, and we've gone the extra mile to enhance the security of the configuration files.

Hear What Our Customers Say

“I have had countless days struggling with the environment, trying to find the root of the problem in complex client environments. I have worked from night to morning just to find that bug that troubles me. But the appearance of ServBay has made everything so simple. With just a few clicks, the multi-version switching feature allows me to easily simulate various PHP and database environments, giving me direction in this development jungle. It gives me more time to create, to discover, to enjoy the fun of open source, rather than struggling in endless environmental issues.”

Eric Thompson Open Source Developer

“The onboarding of new employees always gives me a headache. Everyone's needs are different, each person's development environment is an independent island. I used to spend a lot of time setting up their development environments individually. However, the arrival of ServBay has made everything easy. I just need to click the mouse a few times, and a few seconds later, the new environment is ready. I can have more time to optimize our system, to improve our performance. ServBay is truly a savior for IT operations!”

Li Wei IT Operations Engineer

“Under the pressure of parallel multi-projects, I used to be in a frantic state switching between various environments. Each switch was like finding an exit in a maze. However, ServBay's profile feature allows me to easily switch between different environments, keeping me calm and always keeping my testing environment organized. I can concentrate more on finding those hidden bugs, understand our products more deeply. ServBay, it gives me balance in this fast-paced testing world.”

Amit Patel Software Testing Engineer

“configure? make? make install? These are all too complicated for me. I just want to quickly enter the programming world and write my first line of code. Looking at the scrolling letters on the screen, I feel terrified. And ServBay, like a beacon lighting up my way forward, helped me overcome my fear and easily took the first step in programming. It gives me more time to understand code, to experience the fun of programming, rather than wasting time in complex environment configurations.”

Bambang Sutanto Newbie Developer

“The differences in equipment, systems, and software versions within the team used to be a headache. Sometimes, I feel like building a castle on a constantly changing beach. But ServBay allows me to ask team members to lock the development environment to a unified version, avoiding problems caused by an inconsistent environment. I can manage my team better, plan projects more effectively. ServBay is our team's navigator, leading us towards a more efficient development path.”

John Davis Team Leader

Everything you need to develop a website

• Multiple PHP Instances

  From PHP 5.6 to PHP 8.3, you can have several PHP versions running at the same time. Assign them to different hosts, and switch between different PHP versions on each host with ease

• Custom Domain and SSL Support

  We've got you covered with support for non-standard TLDs, like servbay.testing. Plus, we handle SSL certification for non-standard domain names and HTTPS access

• Startup with macOS & Control instant

  Set ServBay to start up with your system, so your services don't skip a beat if you reboot or log out. Plus, you can manage your services swiftly from the menu bar

• Command Line Support

  With command line support, You can run commands like php, mysql, and redis-cli right in the terminal. It's a great way to interact with these services directly and get your scripts, tasks, and advanced features up and running quickly

Multiple PHP Instances

From PHP 5.6 to PHP 8.3, you can have several PHP versions running at the same time. Assign them to different hosts, and switch between different PHP versions on each host with ease

Custom Domain and SSL Support

We've got you covered with support for non-standard TLDs, like servbay.testing. Plus, we handle SSL certification for non-standard domain names and HTTPS access

Startup with macOS & Control instant

Set ServBay to start up with your system, so your services don't skip a beat if you reboot or log out. Plus, you can manage your services swiftly from the menu bar

Command Line Support

With command line support, You can run commands like php, mysql, and redis-cli right in the terminal. It's a great way to interact with these services directly and get your scripts, tasks, and advanced features up and running quickly

Unified Service Management

With our powerful service management panel, you can install, update, disable, or uninstall service suites of different versions. Plus, as we keep expanding our software library, you'll get access to new software and services

Supports Docker, Node.js

With our reverse proxy feature, you can bind local Docker, Node.js, and other apps to your host, providing domain-based, 80/443 ports access with SSL support

Isolated installation

All ServBay files are stand-alone and non-invasive, so they won't interfere with your operating system. You can delete them, copy them, or move them to a new computer as you wish, anytime, anywhere

Recompile

Install the ServBay development library, and you can compile the new PHP modules and software you need

Frequently asked questions

What is ServBay and why should I use?

ServBay is your one-stop-shop for local web development. It bundles together everything you need like web servers, databases, programming languages, mail servers and queue services. It's like your toolbox for web development.

What's in the ServBay package?

ServBay's got all the good stuff: Caddy, NGINX, PHP, Node.js, MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Redis, memcached, and even handy tools like phpMyAdmin, Adminer, and Composer.

What OS can ServBay run on?

You need macOS 12.0 Monterey or newer to run ServBay. Sorry, Linux and Windows folks, you're out of luck for now.

Is ServBay a good fit for teams?

Definitely! ServBay was built to help teams create a consistent and maintainable dev environment. It helps cut down on those pesky bugs and code differences caused by different team member's environments.

Why should I pick ServBay over Docker or Homebrew?

Compared to Docker, ServBay is way easier on your system resources and makes log viewing and debugging a breeze. Unlike Homebrew, ServBay doesn't need to compile source code or mess with your OS. Plus, you don't need to manually edit configuration files, which is a big win for usability.

How does ServBay stack up against MAMP, XAMPP, Herd, and others?

ServBay leaves tools like MAMP, XAMPP, Herd, etc. in the dust. It lets you run multiple hosts simultaneously, use custom domains that don't even exist yet, comes with free SSL certs, and can run multiple PHP versions at once. Plus, ServBay's got the latest and greatest software packages ready to install and switch between whenever you want.

Can ServBay handle running multiple PHP versions at once?

You bet! ServBay can juggle multiple PHP instances of different versions. You can assign different PHP versions to each of your websites, and switch between versions in a snap.

What versions of PHP, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL does ServBay support?

ServBay's got you covered with PHP from 5.6 to 8.3, MariaDB from 10.4 to 11.2, and PostgreSQL from 10 to 16.

Can I compile my own PHP modules?

Totally! Just install the macOS compilation tools with xcode-select --install, point your PATH, CFLAGS, etc., to the ServBay Development Lib, and you'll be off to the races.

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