<ul><li>Self-hosting databases using Docker on a VPS can save costs and provide more control over configurations and latency.</li><li>Choose a VPS provider like DigitalOcean, Linode, or Hetzner and use Ubuntu 22.04 LTS for Docker-friendly setup.</li><li>Dockerize your PostgreSQL or MySQL databases with security measures like SSH hardening, firewall rules, and DB user best practices.</li><li>Implement automated backups, monitoring with Prometheus + Grafana, and switch to managed services based on workload and security needs.</li></ul>

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