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Docker to Compose Converter

Convert docker run commands into formatted docker-compose.yml files instantly.

Parameters

Paste your 'docker run' command here

Results

docker-compose.yml
version: '3.8'
services:
  nginx_web:
    image: nginx:latest
    container_name: nginx_web
    restart: always
    ports:
      - "8080:80"
    volumes:
      - /my/custom/nginx.conf:/etc/nginx/nginx.conf:ro
    environment:
      - NGINX_PORT=80

Why Choose Docker to Compose Converter

The Docker to Compose Converter translates complex 'docker run' commands into clean, ready-to-use docker-compose.yml files. It supports advanced flags like environment variables (-e), volumes (-v), ports (-p), restart policies, networks, and more. A perfect tool for DevOps engineers and developers looking to migrate from standalone containers to Docker Compose orchestration.

  • ✓Instantly parse complex docker run CLI arguments
  • ✓Supports environments, volumes, ports, labels, networks, and restart policies
  • ✓Generates clean, properly indented YAML syntax
  • ✓Fully client-side, ensuring your configuration and secrets remain private

How to Use

  1. 1Copy your 'docker run' command.
  2. 2Paste the command into the input area.
  3. 3The equivalent docker-compose.yml file is instantly generated.
  4. 4Click the copy button to save the YAML to your clipboard.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What Docker flags are supported?

This tool supports most common flags including -p/--publish, -v/--volume, -e/--env, --name, --restart, --network, --label, -u/--user, -w/--workdir, and --entrypoint.

Does it support multiple commands?

Currently, the tool is optimized for a single 'docker run' command at a time to generate one service block.

Are my environment variables safe?

Yes. The parsing and conversion happen entirely in your browser. No data is sent to our servers.

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