Glossary

What is container log?

Last updated June 15, 2026
Reviewed by Better-PaaS team

Output written by a running container. Learn what container log means in self-hosted deployment and Better-PaaS workflows.

Overview

Output written by a running container.

Definition

Output written by a running container.

Real-world example

A failed Stripe webhook shows payment_intent.succeeded followed by PG::ConnectionBad in container stdout - visible in the live logs panel.

Common mistake

Logging secrets or full credit card numbers, which then persist in log files on disk.

Better-PaaS in practice

Logs stream in the dashboard and are stored on the server. Use structured logging and redact sensitive fields.

FAQ

Is container log only relevant to Better-PaaS?

No. container log appears across Docker, cloud platforms, and self-hosted tooling. Better-PaaS exposes the concept in deploy logs, dashboard fields, or docs when it affects your app.