Nginx Config Generator

Build a starter Nginx configuration with the free Nginx Config Generator. Set up common server block and reverse proxy options for websites, APIs and web applications. Configure available host, port and routing settings to create a template for your deployment. Review the generated configuration against your server environment and test it before reloading Nginx.

New to Nginx Config Generator?

Reverse proxy example for a Node.js app. Load the example to see the tool in action.

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server {
    listen 80;
    server_name example.com www.example.com;

    location / {
        proxy_pass http://127.0.0.1:3000;
        proxy_http_version 1.1;
        proxy_set_header Host $host;
        proxy_set_header X-Real-IP $remote_addr;
        proxy_set_header X-Forwarded-For $proxy_add_x_forwarded_for;
        proxy_set_header X-Forwarded-Proto $scheme;
    }

    root /var/www/example;
}

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GUIDE

What is Nginx Config Generator?

Generate a starter Nginx configuration with this free online Nginx Config Generator. Prepare server blocks and reverse proxy settings for websites, APIs and web applications using the available configuration options. Create a template to support server setup and deployment workflows. Verify hostnames, ports, routing, file paths and upstream services, then test the configuration before reloading Nginx.

WHY IT HELPS

Why use this tool?

Generate common web files and snippets from a few inputs.
Avoid syntax mistakes in boilerplate.
Get a starting point you can adapt to your project.

HOW TO USE

How to use Nginx Config Generator

Step 1. Fill in the options the tool asks for.
Step 2. Review the generated output.
Step 3. Copy it into your project and adjust it for your site.

PRACTICAL USES

Common use cases

Starting a new site or page

Creating icons and codes

Preparing boilerplate

Testing ideas quickly

EXAMPLE IN PRACTICE

Configure an Nginx reverse proxy

Adapt the upstream, headers, TLS settings, and timeouts to your deployment before applying this configuration.

server {
  listen 80;
  server_name example.com;

  location / {
    proxy_pass http://127.0.0.1:3000;
    proxy_set_header Host $host;
    proxy_set_header X-Forwarded-For $proxy_add_x_forwarded_for;
  }
}

RELATED WORKFLOWS

Tools to use next

Continue the task with related utilities for the next step in your workflow.

GOOD TO KNOW

Important notes

Review generated output before using it in production.

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FAQ

Nginx Config Generator FAQ

What is Nginx Config Generator?

Generate starter Nginx configuration for websites and applications, including reverse proxy settings, server blocks, ports and basic routing.

Do I need an account to use Nginx Config Generator?

No. You can use it without creating an account.