# Install dashboard-only one-click app templates

Choose the xCloud dashboard path for one-click templates whose installation is not exposed by the documented public MCP capability map. Check the named site's prerequisites, task result, backup scope and recovery handoff with xCloud.

Canonical: https://xcloud.host/use-cases/workflows/install-dashboard-only-one-click-app-templates/
Published: 2026-09-30 · Updated: 2026-09-30 · Technical review: 2026-09-30
Evidence: Source reviewed; no production deployment test claimed
Editorial owner: xCloud editorial

Intent: Choose the xCloud dashboard path for one-click templates whose installation is not exposed by the documented public MCP capability map.
For: site-owner, administrator

## Requirements and responsibilities

- Name the team, server, hostname, owner and affected users for the Docker application. Record the current version and the actual business flow that must survive the change. Confirm the current dashboard form, plan eligibility, and server capacity before committing a resource change. A one-click catalog listing is discovery, not permission or proof that the connected MCP profile can install it. Sources: [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md); [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs); [Back up and restore Docker apps](https://xcloud.host/docs/backup-and-restore-docker-apps/); [Docker backup operations and storage constraints](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/skills/sites/reference/docker-backups.md); [xCloud One Click Apps catalog](https://xcloud.host/one-click-apps/)
- Prepare a non-sensitive test input and an acceptance record. Keep access to the app administrator and an independent observer where possible; omit secrets from AI prompts and client reports. Sources: [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md); [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs); [Back up and restore Docker apps](https://xcloud.host/docs/backup-and-restore-docker-apps/); [Docker backup operations and storage constraints](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/skills/sites/reference/docker-backups.md); [xCloud One Click Apps catalog](https://xcloud.host/one-click-apps/)
- For a Docker app, identify persistent volumes, bind mounts, external databases and app-level export requirements. A Docker backup briefly stops the app, and an in-place restore replaces current state. Agree a maintenance window and owner before any action that interrupts the service or overwrites data. Sources: [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md); [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs); [Back up and restore Docker apps](https://xcloud.host/docs/backup-and-restore-docker-apps/); [Docker backup operations and storage constraints](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/skills/sites/reference/docker-backups.md); [xCloud One Click Apps catalog](https://xcloud.host/one-click-apps/)

## Illustrative situation

An operator sees an app in the xCloud one-click catalog and assumes an AI agent can install it. They need a safe dashboard procedure for a template excluded from MCP install.

## Choose the approach

- The v4.4.2 capability review marks n8n, Supabase, Nextcloud, Mautic, LibreChat, Open WebUI, Ollama, Umami, WireGuard, phpMyAdmin and Site.pro dashboard-only for installation. Sources: [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md); [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs); [Back up and restore Docker apps](https://xcloud.host/docs/backup-and-restore-docker-apps/); [Docker backup operations and storage constraints](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/skills/sites/reference/docker-backups.md); [xCloud One Click Apps catalog](https://xcloud.host/one-click-apps/)
- First-run app configuration varies by template; a reachable login is a deployment check, not proof of a working workflow, database or user policy. Sources: [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md); [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs); [Back up and restore Docker apps](https://xcloud.host/docs/backup-and-restore-docker-apps/); [Docker backup operations and storage constraints](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/skills/sites/reference/docker-backups.md); [xCloud One Click Apps catalog](https://xcloud.host/one-click-apps/)

## Dashboard and application procedure

### 1. Name one target template

**Where:** xCloud One-Click Apps catalog and capability map

**Permissions:** Authorized xCloud read access to the named team and site; the relevant app or provider owner supplies records outside xCloud.

**Inputs:** Chosen app, template version, team ID

**Action:** Select the exact template and read its current requirements. Check the connected MCP profile rather than inferring install permission from catalog discovery.

**Expected result:** A named dashboard-only app and documented stack.

**Verify:** Compare app name and version with the current create form.

**If it fails:** If the template is absent, do not substitute a similarly named image without review.

Capability: Confirm requirements and inspect resources
Sources: [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs); [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md)

### 2. Prepare a Docker server

**Where:** xCloud Servers and app documentation

**Permissions:** Authorized xCloud read access to the named team and site; the relevant app or provider owner supplies records outside xCloud.

**Inputs:** Docker + NGINX server, CPU/RAM/storage, domain

**Action:** Check server compatibility and resource headroom. Identify required persistent data, initial secrets and external providers before creating the site.

**Expected result:** An approved hosting target.

**Verify:** Compare template minimums with actual server and free disk.

**If it fails:** If capacity is insufficient, select a different resource before install.

Capability: Confirm requirements and inspect resources
Sources: [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs); [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md)

### 3. Install in the dashboard

**Where:** xCloud Add site → One-Click Apps

**Permissions:** Authorized xCloud site owner with dashboard rights for the exact setting, backup, staging or restore action and a reviewed target.

**Inputs:** Selected template, server, site title, domain

**Action:** Complete the displayed app form in the dashboard and wait for deployment to finish. Store generated credentials securely.

**Expected result:** A running application site with a recorded site ID.

**Verify:** Inspect install status and open its HTTPS URL.

**If it fails:** If creation fails, inspect phase and logs; never try a generic MCP install based only on catalog presence.

Capability: Install a selected one-click app in xCloud dashboard
Sources: [xCloud One Click Apps catalog](https://xcloud.host/one-click-apps/); [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md)

### 4. Complete app first run

**Where:** Application administrator interface

**Permissions:** Authorized Docker application administrator or delegated role with rights for this task; hosting access alone is insufficient.

**Inputs:** Admin identity, safe test data, app-specific requirements

**Action:** Configure the app's first administrator, access rules, integrations or model/database connections as its upstream guide requires. Use harmless sample data.

**Expected result:** A usable app-level task, not just a login screen.

**Verify:** Perform one representative app action and inspect its output.

**If it fails:** If app setup is incomplete, label the service as installed but not ready.

Capability: Configure and test Docker in its application UI
Sources: [xCloud One Click Apps catalog](https://xcloud.host/one-click-apps/)

### 5. Protect and hand over

**Where:** xCloud Docker Backup and app runbook

**Permissions:** Authorized xCloud team/site operator with the discovered write scope for this exact operation and owner approval for its target and interruption.

**Inputs:** Volumes, external data, backup destination, owner

**Action:** Confirm persistent paths and external data scope, create or schedule backups, and document who updates the app and tests restores.

**Expected result:** A maintenance owner and recovery path.

**Verify:** Check a Completed backup and plan a safe restore rehearsal.

**If it fails:** If backup coverage is uncertain, keep production data out until verified.

Capability: Create and inspect Docker backups
Sources: [Back up and restore Docker apps](https://xcloud.host/docs/backup-and-restore-docker-apps/); [Docker backup operations and storage constraints](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/skills/sites/reference/docker-backups.md)

## Maintenance

- Review this task after app or template updates and at the cadence agreed with the owner. Record failures as dated observations rather than assuming host health proves service health. Sources: [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md); [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs); [Back up and restore Docker apps](https://xcloud.host/docs/backup-and-restore-docker-apps/); [Docker backup operations and storage constraints](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/skills/sites/reference/docker-backups.md); [xCloud One Click Apps catalog](https://xcloud.host/one-click-apps/)
- Watch access changes, backup completion, free storage and external providers. Recheck integrations after credential, DNS, mail or source-data changes. Sources: [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md); [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs); [Back up and restore Docker apps](https://xcloud.host/docs/backup-and-restore-docker-apps/); [Docker backup operations and storage constraints](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/skills/sites/reference/docker-backups.md); [xCloud One Click Apps catalog](https://xcloud.host/one-click-apps/)

## Recovery decisions

- Before data recovery, identify incident time, completed backup, target and records created after the snapshot. Preserve current evidence and live data before replacement. Sources: [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md); [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs); [Back up and restore Docker apps](https://xcloud.host/docs/backup-and-restore-docker-apps/); [Docker backup operations and storage constraints](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/skills/sites/reference/docker-backups.md); [xCloud One Click Apps catalog](https://xcloud.host/one-click-apps/)
- Use the documented dashboard or application recovery procedure with the authorized owner. Repeat the task-specific limited-user check; reconcile newer records before reopening writes. Sources: [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md); [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs); [Back up and restore Docker apps](https://xcloud.host/docs/backup-and-restore-docker-apps/); [Docker backup operations and storage constraints](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/skills/sites/reference/docker-backups.md); [xCloud One Click Apps catalog](https://xcloud.host/one-click-apps/)

## AI handoff

Connect an authorized xCloud MCP profile and discover its exact tools and team scope. The packaged REST wrapper is GET-only; use dashboard or app controls for undocumented writes.

### Supported scope

- **Confirm requirements and inspect resources** (mcp; read): Discover the connected profile and operation schema first; only teams granted to the connection are visible. Checkpoint: Confirm exact team, server and site identity. Use dashboard\_url returned by the resource; do not invent a dashboard link. Operation identifiers to discover: teams.index, servers.show, sites.show. Scopes: read:servers, read:sites. Sources: [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs); [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md)

### Copyable agent brief

```text
Read the selected app's catalog entry and authorized Docker server. Show current template inputs and backup needs. For the eleven excluded templates, do not call oneclickApps.install even if catalog discovery succeeds; operator uses dashboard and app UI.
```

### Manual checkpoints

- Approve exact site, target, cost and any write or maintenance window after inspecting the proposed plan.
- An authorized Docker administrator must configure and test app users, content, integrations and business rules in the app.
- Native WordPress staging, backup schedule/settings, push/pull and all restores are dashboard-only; Docker restore is dashboard-only and replaces state.
- Reconcile data created after the chosen recovery point before any destructive restore.

## Feature coverage

- **dashboard-only decision, evidence and task action** (covered): The procedure identifies the authorized task boundary and observable result. Steps: step-1, step-2, step-3, step-4
- **backup, ongoing operation and recovery** (covered): Recovery and maintenance are checked in the task procedure. Steps: step-4, step-5

## Sources

- [xCloud agent capability boundaries](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/reference/capability-map.md) — reviewed 2026-09-30; v4.4.2 package; xCloud v2.8.8 capability review
- [xCloud MCP documentation and connection profiles](https://app.xcloud.host/mcp/docs) — reviewed 2026-09-30
- [Back up and restore Docker apps](https://xcloud.host/docs/backup-and-restore-docker-apps/) — reviewed 2026-09-30
- [Docker backup operations and storage constraints](https://github.com/xCloudDev/xcloud-agent-skills/blob/main/plugins/xcloud/skills/sites/reference/docker-backups.md) — reviewed 2026-09-30; v4.4.2
- [xCloud One Click Apps catalog](https://xcloud.host/one-click-apps/) — reviewed 2026-09-30

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