How to Install Nginx on Ubuntu Server

Nginx is a lightweight and high-performance web server that’s commonly used to serve web content, reverse proxy, and load balance. If you're looking for an efficient way to host websites, Nginx is a solid option. In this guide, we'll show you how to install Nginx on an Ubuntu server.

So what you will need:

1- Update Your Package List

Before installing Nginx, it’s good practice to ensure your package list is up-to-date. Run the following command to update your server’s package index:

2- Install Nginx

Once the package list is updated, you can proceed to install Nginx by typing the following command:

3- Start Nginx

After the installation is complete, Nginx should start automatically. You can check its status with the following command:

4- Adjust the firewall

Check the firewall status and enable it with the commands:

The command below will allow the HTTP and the HTTPS traffic on the server

Or:

5- Verify if Apache is running:

Nginx has a default page that we can use to test if it is running, usually with http and the server IP we can see it, just type in your browser the following address:

You can enable Nginx on the startup

You can check the official Nginx website

With Nginx installed, your Ubuntu server is now ready to serve high-performance web content. By following this guide, you’ve learned how to install Nginx, verify its status, and configure your firewall, preparing your server for website hosting.

Whats next: