Open the appDefault profile starts
Pick up where you build.
Choose a default profile and enable autostart. Your server starts with the app, with an option to open its address in your browser.
IN DEVELOPMENT New capabilities arrive release by release
Your servers.
Under control.
Build your project. Let ServerMaster handle the routine.
Local servers, databases, and everyday automation — in one focused workspace.
Free & open source · Releases ship when they are ready · Every published version stays available
Control theme
SET IT ONCE
Less to remember.
More room to build.
A workspace that remembers how you work. Capabilities land progressively as each release is completed.
Process exits unexpectedlyRestart is triggered
Give your server a retry.
Enable restart on crash to automatically attempt another start after an unexpected exit. Keep the logs close when a problem needs your attention.
Your backup interval is dueSnapshot & retention
A restore point. On repeat.
Choose what to snapshot, how often, and how many copies to keep. Scheduled snapshots run while ServerMaster is open.
SMARTER SETUP · IN DEVELOPMENT
A head start for your next project.
22 profile templates, from a static folder to a PHP CMS. Pick a starting point and fine-tune the details. Joomla 5 and 6 can be downloaded and unpacked through the setup wizard.
BUILT-IN SNAPSHOTS · IN DEVELOPMENT
Experiment with a way back.
Save project files and settings, include your running managed database, and restore what you need. Keep manual snapshots beside your scheduled copies.
A BETTER EVERYDAY WORKFLOW
From scattered steps
to a saved routine.
The difference is what you have to keep in your head. Choose a task to compare a manual workflow with ServerMaster.
Without ServerMaster
Manual workflow- Find the project folder
- Remember the runtime and port
- Re-enter the launch command
- Open the local address
Your settings are spread across commands, folders, and memory.
With ServerMaster
Saved workflow- Choose a saved profile
- Press Start
REMEMBERED FOR YOU
Folder · Engine · Port · PHP version · Browser preference
Configure the profile once. Reuse it whenever you return.
Illustrative workflows, not performance benchmarks. Setup depends on your project and installed dependencies.
| Everyday task | Managed by hand | With ServerMaster |
|---|---|---|
| Project settings | Remember or copy command arguments | Reusable profiles and templates |
| Several local sites | Keep track of separate processes | Individual controls in one workspace |
| Backups | Archive files and export the database | Snapshots with a schedule and retention |
| Troubleshooting | Switch between logs and process tools | Server logs, ports, diagnostics, and HTTP checks |
NATIVE. THROUGH AND THROUGH.
Everything within reach.
The overview when you need it. The details when you want them. Screens show current development work; downloadable features depend on the selected release.
One view. Every project.
DEVELOPMENT BUILD Start and stop profiles independently, open their addresses, and inspect their status.
A Mac app, all the way.
A native Swift interface with menu bar controls, widgets, and a Safari extension in active development.
Your stack stays yours.
10 engine modes. Per-profile settings. The freedom to use familiar tools or bring a custom command.
Open to a closer look.
MIT-licensed source, versioned releases, and downloadable snapshots. Follow the project as it grows.
START BUILDING
Find your ServerMaster.
One project, different ways to work. Download an available release or see what is planned for your platform.
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Looking for an Intel Mac build?
The published 1.0 Universal build includes both Apple Silicon and Intel. A separate Intel-only legacy line is planned for later; it does not have a downloadable release yet.
A FEW GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you start.
Do the screenshots match every release?
The screenshots show active development work. The download section identifies the exact published version you will receive; features can differ between releases and platforms.
Does ServerMaster include every server runtime?
ServerMaster manages local tools. Depending on your engine, you may need PHP, Node.js, Nginx, Caddy, or other dependencies. The app checks what is available and provides installation controls.
Why does macOS warn when I open the app?
The current release is unsigned and not notarized. Download it from the official GitHub release, then follow that release's first-launch instructions in System Settings → Privacy & Security.
Can I download an older version?
Yes. Published builds stay in GitHub Releases. The release archive includes application downloads, source snapshots, and checksums where available. New releases can be added without replacing older entries.
What about Linux and Windows?
The Swift CLI is being developed as a shared codebase for macOS and Linux, with Linux glibc and musl builds planned. ServerMaster for Windows is available now: a native app for Windows 10 and 11 — pick Windows in the platform list above. The platform picker will show Linux downloads when those releases exist.