How to Set Up a k3s Embedded Registry Mirror

Why Use a Registry Mirror? As of April 1, 2025, Docker has implemented new pull rate limits for Docker Hub. These changes may significantly impact Kubernetes Clusters. Here’s a quick overview of the updated limits: User Type Pull Rate Limit (per 6 hours) Public Repositories Private Repositories Business (authenticated) Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited Team (authenticated) Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited Pro (authenticated) Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited Personal (authenticated) 200 Unlimited Up to 1 Unauthenticated users 100 per IP N/A N/A When unauthenticated, Docker Hub will limit you to 100 pulls every 6 hours per IPv4 address or IPv6 /64 subnet. ...

April 6, 2025 · 4 min · 805 words · Nico Johann