What is OttoFMS?

OttoFMS is a powerful deployment and migration tool that runs alongside FileMaker Server, turning what used to be complex, manual processes into automated, reliable workflows. Think of it as a DevOps toolkit specifically built for FileMaker—it handles deployments, data migrations, webhooks, and server management tasks that would otherwise require hours of manual work.

We include OttoFMS pre-installed and pre-configured on every radFM server because it fundamentally changes how you work with FileMaker Server.

Why Pre-installed Matters

You’re Ready from Day One

The moment your server is provisioned, OttoFMS is already installed, licensed, and configured. No setup, no configuration headaches, no compatibility issues. You can start deploying databases and setting up automations immediately.

Zero Learning Curve for Installation

Installing and configuring OttoFMS yourself means dealing with server access, dependencies, licensing, and configuration files. We handle all of that. You get straight to using the features that matter.

Always Up to Date

Our server images include the latest stable version of OttoFMS, tested and verified to work perfectly with FileMaker Server. You don’t have to worry about version compatibility or update procedures.

Automated Deployments That Actually Work

The Old Way: Manual File Replacement

Before OttoFMS, deploying a FileMaker database update meant:

Closing the database (kicking users off)
Downloading the live file
Uploading the new version
Reopening the database
Hoping nothing broke

This process is stressful, error-prone, and requires downtime during business hours.

The OttoFMS Way: Zero-Downtime Deployments

OttoFMS automates the entire deployment process:

Automated schema migrations - Your database structure updates automatically
Data preservation - User data migrates seamlessly from old to new versions
Minimal downtime - Deployments happen in seconds, not minutes
Rollback capability - If something goes wrong, roll back instantly
Scheduled deployments - Deploy updates at 2 AM automatically

You can deploy database updates from your development environment to production with a single click, and OttoFMS handles all the complexity.

Webhooks: Connect FileMaker to Everything

One of OttoFMS’s most powerful features is built-in webhook support. This means your FileMaker databases can receive real-time notifications from external services without complex middleware.

What You Can Do with Webhooks

Stripe Payment Notifications When a customer makes a payment, Stripe sends a webhook to OttoFMS, which triggers a FileMaker script to update your database instantly.

Form Submissions Web forms can post directly to your FileMaker database via OttoFMS webhooks—no PHP scripts, no middleware, just direct integration.

Third-Party Service Integration Connect to Zapier, Make (formerly Integromat), or any service that sends webhooks. Your FileMaker database becomes part of your automation ecosystem.

GitHub Deployments Push code to GitHub, trigger a webhook, and automatically deploy your FileMaker database. That’s real DevOps for FileMaker.

Why This Matters

Without OttoFMS, receiving webhooks in FileMaker requires setting up a separate web server, writing custom code, and maintaining infrastructure. With OttoFMS pre-installed, you just configure the webhook URL and you’re done.

Data Migrations Made Simple

Moving data between FileMaker databases used to be painful. OttoFMS makes it straightforward:

Sub-clone migrations - Copy specific tables instead of entire databases
Cross-server migrations - Move data between different FileMaker Servers
Scheduled migrations - Automate regular data transfers
Verification tools - Confirm data integrity after migration

Server Management Features

OttoFMS includes tools that make managing FileMaker Server easier:

File Management

Upload/download databases through a web interface
Clone databases without command-line access
Manage backups and restores visually

Monitoring and Logs

View deployment history
Track migration success/failure
Monitor server health

API Access

Programmatic control of deployments
Integrate with CI/CD pipelines
Automate server management tasks

Real-World Benefits

For Developers

Faster Development Cycles Deploy updates multiple times per day instead of once per week. Test in production-like environments without risk.

Version Control Integration Connect your FileMaker development workflow to Git, enabling proper version control and team collaboration.

Automated Testing Deploy test databases, run automated tests, and tear down environments—all scripted and automated.

For Administrators

Reduced Downtime Deployments that used to take 30 minutes now take 30 seconds. Your users barely notice.

Fewer Errors Automated processes don’t forget steps or make typos. Deployments become reliable and repeatable.

Better Sleep Schedule deployments for off-hours and let OttoFMS handle them. No more staying late to deploy updates.

For Business Owners

Lower Costs Faster deployments mean less developer time spent on deployment logistics and more time building features.

Higher Reliability Automated processes are more reliable than manual ones. Fewer deployment failures mean happier users.

Competitive Advantage Ship features faster than competitors still doing manual deployments.

Why We Include It Standard

We’ve been hosting FileMaker databases for over 20 years. We’ve seen the evolution from manual FTP uploads to modern DevOps practices. OttoFMS represents the current state-of-the-art for FileMaker deployment and management.

Including OttoFMS pre-installed on every server isn’t just a nice feature—it’s how FileMaker hosting should work in 2026. You shouldn’t have to choose between modern deployment practices and FileMaker. You should get both.

Getting Started

Your radFM server comes with OttoFMS already installed and licensed. Access it at:

https://your-server.fmserved.com/otto/

The OttoFMS console provides a web interface for all features. Documentation and tutorials are built-in, so you can start using advanced features immediately.

The Bottom Line

OttoFMS transforms FileMaker Server from a database host into a modern application platform. Pre-installing it on every radFM server means you get enterprise-grade deployment automation, webhook integration, and migration tools without extra cost or configuration.

Whether you’re deploying your first FileMaker database or managing dozens of production systems, OttoFMS makes everything faster, more reliable, and less stressful.

Ready to experience modern FileMaker hosting? Start your free 7-day trial and see what OttoFMS can do for your FileMaker databases.

Why OttoFMS Pre-installed Makes Your FileMaker Hosting Better