{"id":21750,"date":"2024-04-24T16:42:54","date_gmt":"2024-04-24T16:42:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/?p=21750"},"modified":"2025-12-22T08:29:30","modified_gmt":"2025-12-22T08:29:30","slug":"nginx-proxy-manager","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/vi\/blog\/nginx-proxy-manager","title":{"rendered":"Nginx Proxy Manager: How to Setup and Use"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sally-reads-Nginx-Proxy-Manager-A-Complete-Guide-1.mp3\"><\/audio><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em><strong>B\u1ea3n Audio (Nh\u1ea5n Play &amp; Cu\u1ed9n Li\u1ec1n M\u1ea1ch \u0110\u1ebfn H\u1ebft B\u00e0i Vi\u1ebft \u25b6\ufe0f\ud83c\udfb6)<\/strong><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nginx Proxy Manager (NPM) is an open-source and free application designed to simplify the management of Nginx&#8217;s proxy, SSL, Access Lists, and more.<strong> It is built with a user-friendly dashboard that aims to help those users who aren&#8217;t exactly Nginx CLI experts.<\/strong> Plus, it also provides free SSL via Let&#8217;s Encrypt, Docker integration, and support for multiple users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>In this complete guide, we aim to provide an introduction to Nginx Proxy Manager. We will go through the basics of what is NPM, how it works, its features, and more. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The article also compares NPM with native NGINX configurations, details the installation process on Docker, and guides through the UI and initial setup, concluding with an FAQ section to address common queries.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"501\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_6-1024x501.png\" alt=\"NPM guide\" class=\"wp-image-21756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_6-1024x501.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_6-300x147.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_6-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_6.png 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Tuy\u00ean b\u1ed1 mi\u1ec5n tr\u1eeb tr\u00e1ch nhi\u1ec7m: <\/strong>T\u00e0i li\u1ec7u n\u00e0y \u0111\u00e3 \u0111\u01b0\u1ee3c ph\u00e1t tri\u1ec3n nghi\u00eam ng\u1eb7t cho m\u1ee5c \u0111\u00edch th\u00f4ng tin. N\u00f3 kh\u00f4ng c\u1ea5u th\u00e0nh s\u1ef1 ch\u1ee9ng th\u1ef1c cho b\u1ea5t k\u1ef3 ho\u1ea1t \u0111\u1ed9ng n\u00e0o (bao g\u1ed3m c\u1ea3 c\u00e1c ho\u1ea1t \u0111\u1ed9ng b\u1ea5t h\u1ee3p ph\u00e1p), s\u1ea3n ph\u1ea9m ho\u1eb7c d\u1ecbch v\u1ee5. B\u1ea1n ho\u00e0n to\u00e0n ch\u1ecbu tr\u00e1ch nhi\u1ec7m tu\u00e2n th\u1ee7 lu\u1eadt hi\u1ec7n h\u00e0nh, bao g\u1ed3m lu\u1eadt s\u1edf h\u1eefu tr\u00ed tu\u1ec7, khi s\u1eed d\u1ee5ng d\u1ecbch v\u1ee5 c\u1ee7a ch\u00fang t\u00f4i ho\u1eb7c d\u1ef1a v\u00e0o b\u1ea5t k\u1ef3 th\u00f4ng tin n\u00e0o \u1edf \u0111\u00e2y. Ch\u00fang t\u00f4i kh\u00f4ng ch\u1ea5p nh\u1eadn b\u1ea5t k\u1ef3 tr\u00e1ch nhi\u1ec7m ph\u00e1p l\u00fd n\u00e0o \u0111\u1ed1i v\u1edbi thi\u1ec7t h\u1ea1i ph\u00e1t sinh t\u1eeb vi\u1ec7c s\u1eed d\u1ee5ng c\u00e1c d\u1ecbch v\u1ee5 ho\u1eb7c th\u00f4ng tin c\u1ee7a ch\u00fang t\u00f4i \u1edf \u0111\u00e2y d\u01b0\u1edbi b\u1ea5t k\u1ef3 h\u00ecnh th\u1ee9c n\u00e0o, tr\u1eeb khi lu\u1eadt ph\u00e1p y\u00eau c\u1ea7u r\u00f5 r\u00e0ng.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">M\u1ee5c l\u1ee5c<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#01\">What is Nginx Proxy Manager?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#02\">NPM versus native NGINX configurations<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#03\">How to install Nginx Proxy Manager?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#04\">How to use the Nginx Proxy Manager UI and configure it?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#05\">Vital Configurations and Initial Setup<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#06\">Nginx Proxy Manager FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#07\">L\u1eddi K\u1ebft<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\"> \n  <h4><strong>\ud83d\udcd8 Think you know NGINX? Think again.<\/strong><\/h4> \n  Most configs miss these key directives: <a data-sumome-listbuilder-id=\"db80aae7-34ad-4a71-89c0-4b2061231646\" style=\"color: #3498db;\"> Download the 47-Directive Blueprint <\/a> \n  <br> \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"01\">1. What is Nginx Proxy Manager?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nginxproxymanager.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nginx Proxy Manager (NPM)<\/a> is a powerful (open source project under the MIT license) tool created to simplify the management of Nginx&#8217;s proxy, SSL, and other capabilities. It is designed with the idea of users who may not be well-versed in Nginx&#8217;s intricacies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tool allows users to easily expose web services within their network (or computer). In other words, it provides a secure and efficient gateway for internet traffic. Likewise, its integration with Let&#8217;s Encrypt enables users to secure their services with free SSL certificates.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key features:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Beautiful UI:<\/strong> Based on Tabler, the interface is intuitive and user-friendly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free SSL:<\/strong> The built-in support for Let&#8217;s Encrypt allows users to secure their web services at no extra cost.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Docker Integration:<\/strong> Nginx Proxy Manager is built as a Docker image. This simplifies deployment and only requires a database to function.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multiple Users: <\/strong>It supports configuring additional users with varying levels of access.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who is the Nginx Proxy Manager recommended for and what are its use cases?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nginx Proxy Manager is designed with security in mind, making it an ideal choice for home networks or small businesses looking to expose their services to the wider internet. Additionally, its approachable design makes it accessible to users of all skill levels, providing a robust solution for managing reverse proxies, SSL termination, and more. So, Nginx Proxy Manager is useful for those hosting a web application at home or managing services for a small business. It is easier than ever to leverage the full capabilities of Nginx.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Software and Project Details:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>T\u00e0i li\u1ec7u:<\/strong> Nginx Proxy Manager\u2019s documentation is quite thorough. It details the entire setup, configuration, and operational guidance. Look for a <a href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/NginxProxyManager\/nginx-proxy-manager\/blob\/develop\/README.md\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">README file<\/a> for the official detailed documentation.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>MIT License.<\/strong> This is a permissive free software license that allows individuals and organizations to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and sell the software and its associated documentation freely.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Popularity: <\/strong>D\u1ef1 \u00e1n c\u00f3 h\u01a1n 2.2k nh\u00e1nh (forks) v\u00e0 h\u01a1n 19.2k sao (stars). S\u1ed1 l\u01b0\u1ee3ng sao v\u00e0 nh\u00e1nh tr\u00ean GitHub cho th\u1ea5y m\u1ee9c \u0111\u1ed9 quan t\u00e2m v\u00e0 t\u01b0\u01a1ng t\u00e1c c\u1ee7a c\u1ed9ng \u0111\u1ed3ng \u0111\u1ed1i v\u1edbi d\u1ef1 \u00e1n n\u00e0y.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activeness and responsiveness:<\/strong> Checking the issues (1.3k) and pull requests (59) tabs on GitHub, it looks like this project is steadily active and its maintainers are indeed responsive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kh\u1ea3 n\u0103ng t\u01b0\u01a1ng th\u00edch: <\/strong>You can install the Nginx Proxy Manager software on any system that supports Docker (as it&#8217;s distributed as a pre-built Docker image). This makes it suitable for a variety of environments.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is not Nginx Proxy Manager?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nginx Proxy Manager (NPM) is not directly associated with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nginx.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NGINX, Inc<\/a>., the company behind the Nginx web server. In addition, it is not a web server, a Content Delivery Network (CDN), a Web Application Firewall (WAF), a standalone SSL\/TLS certificate authority, or a complete hosting solution. And most importantly, NPM is not a proxy server provider; it does not provide proxy servers. You&#8217;ll need a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/vi\/proxy\/?blog=nginx-proxy-manager\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">proxy provider<\/a> to use and manage with NPM. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"02\">2. Nginx Proxy Manager (NPM) versus native NGINX configurations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As said in the previous section, NGINX (or nginx) is a versatile open-source software that serves as a web server. It can also work as a reverse proxy to balance traffic across servers. Plus, it can also be configured as a mail proxy and an HTTP cache.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Natively, you can use NGINX itself to configure and manage NGINX proxy servers, so why would you need the NGINX Proxy Manager (NPM)?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please, take a look at the following comparison table. It summarizes the advantages and challenges associated with each option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nginx Proxy Manager (NPM) vs native NGINX comparison<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Aspect<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Nginx Proxy Manager (NPM)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Native NGINX<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>User Interface<\/strong><\/td><td>Friendly GUI for easy setup<\/td><td>Command-line interface; steeper learning curve<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Configuration<\/strong><\/td><td>Simplifies reverse proxy and SSL configurations<\/td><td>Highly customizable and detailed configurations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Learning Opportunity<\/strong><\/td><td>Can inhibit learning NGINX&#8217;s nuances<\/td><td>Offers deep understanding of web server configurations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bulk Changes<\/strong><\/td><td>GUI is not efficient for bulk changes; may result in errors<\/td><td>Bulk changes via config files are efficient and reliable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Updates<\/strong><\/td><td>Less frequent updates; potential security risks<\/td><td>Regular updates; more secure<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Flexibility<\/strong><\/td><td>May lack advanced configuration options<\/td><td>Full feature access for complex setups<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Service Failure Handling<\/strong><\/td><td>A single error can cause the entire service to fail<\/td><td>Can isolate and manage individual service failures<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Tu\u1ed5i th\u1ecd cao<\/strong><\/td><td>Development reliant on a single programmer; risks in long-term support<\/td><td>Widely supported by a large community<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>SSL Management<\/strong><\/td><td>Automated SSL setup and management<\/td><td>Manual setup; more control over SSL configurations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Overhead<\/strong><\/td><td>GUI adds an additional layer of management<\/td><td>Direct interaction with configuration files<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Scalability<\/strong><\/td><td>May not suit complex, scalable environments<\/td><td>Better suited for scalable, enterprise-level configurations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Infrastructure-as-Code<\/strong><\/td><td>Less suited due to web-based management<\/td><td>Ideal for infrastructure-as-code practices<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Community and Support<\/strong><\/td><td>Smaller, dependent on the availability of the developer<\/td><td>Large community with extensive support and documentation<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#d9f1fe\"><strong><em>L\u01b0u \u00fd:<\/em><\/strong><em> The choice between NPM and native NGINX ultimately depends on your specific needs, skills, and the complexity of the server setup that you are managing. However, looking at the comparison table can help you get an idea of which way to go.&nbsp;In addition, when it comes to SSL management we recommend using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.g2.com\/categories\/ssl-tls-certificates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSL &amp; TLS Certificate<\/a> Software.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"03\">3. How to install Nginx Proxy Manager?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For demonstration purposes, we will install the Nginx Proxy Manager on a Docker Container via Docker Desktop (and Docker Compose).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To install Nginx Proxy Manager on your Windows machine using Docker Compose, follow these step-by-step instructions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>a. Requirements.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Docker and Docker Compose: <\/strong>Ensure Docker and Docker Compose are installed on your Windows machine. If not, you can download Docker Desktop for Windows, which includes Docker Compose, from the <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.docker.com\/compose\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">official Docker website<\/a>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Docker-Compose is used for defining and running multi-container Docker applications. With a YAML file, you can configure your application&#8217;s services and create and start all the services from your configuration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After installation, ensure the Docker is running by checking its icon in the system tray.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"612\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_9-1024x612.png\" alt=\"Docker Desktop and NPM\" class=\"wp-image-21759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_9-1024x612.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_9-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_9-18x12.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_9.png 1438w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by Docker Desktop <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>You can also check the versions to ensure they are both installed. Run \u201cdocker &#8211;version\u201d to ensure Docker is installed and working. Run \u201cdocker-compose &#8211;version\u201d to check if Docker Compose is installed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ports<\/strong>: Ensure that ports 80, 81, and 443 are available on your system as these are required for the Nginx Proxy Manager to work. Port 80 is used for HTTP, port 443 for HTTPS, and port 81 for accessing the admin interface.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Volumes:<\/strong> You&#8217;ll need to map volumes for data persistence. Specifically, you should map a local directory to \/data and \/etc\/letsencrypt inside the container to ensure that your configurations and SSL certificates are retained across container restarts. This is key when you are updating the Docker image.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>b. Create a Docker Compose File<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Open your preferred text editor and create a file named docker-compose.yml. Or if the file is already created, just open it and add the following lines to the file.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paste the following content into the file (Make sure spacing and indentation are correct to keep up with YAML formatting):<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>version: &#8216;3.8&#8217;<br>services:<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;app:<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;image: &#8216;jc21\/nginx-proxy-manager:latest&#8217;<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;restart: unless-stopped<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ports:<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8211; &#8217;80:80&#8242; &nbsp; # Public HTTP Port<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8211; &#8217;81:81&#8242; &nbsp; # Admin Web Port<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8211; &#8216;443:443&#8217; # Public HTTPS Port<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;volumes:<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8211; .\/data:\/data<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8211; .\/letsencrypt:\/etc\/letsencrypt<br><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Save the file in a dedicated folder. This folder will also hold your data and configuration files.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"579\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_20-1024x579.png\" alt=\"Insalling NPM Docker\" class=\"wp-image-21770\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_20-1024x579.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_20-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_20-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_20.png 1156w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>c. Start Nginx Proxy Manager<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Open a command prompt or PowerShell window. Navigate to the directory where you saved your docker-compose.yml file using the cd command. If you are having problems with the Docker Compose file, we recommend trying an online YAML validator like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yamllint.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YAMLint<\/a> to check for formatting errors.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Run the following command to start the software:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>docker-compose up -d<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"913\" height=\"489\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_11.png\" alt=\"Powershell Docker Compose NPM\" class=\"wp-image-21761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_11.png 913w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_11-300x161.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_11-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 913px) 100vw, 913px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Docker will start downloading the necessary images and start the Nginx Proxy Manager container.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"965\" height=\"543\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_16.png\" alt=\"Installing NPM Docker - Poweshell\" class=\"wp-image-21766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_16.png 965w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_16-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_16-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 965px) 100vw, 965px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Now, you can go back to Docker Desktop and ensure your new Nginx Proxy Manager Docker container is up and running.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_13-1024x478.png\" alt=\"Docker and NPM\" class=\"wp-image-21763\" width=\"840\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_13-1024x478.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_13-300x140.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_13-18x8.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_13.png 1418w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>\ud83d\udd0d Debug less, deploy smarter with this quick NGINX list <\/strong> >>\n<a data-sumome-listbuilder-id=\"db80aae7-34ad-4a71-89c0-4b2061231646\" style=\"color: #3498db;\">Download the Cheat Sheet<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>d. Access the Nginx Proxy Manager Interface<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Once the Nginx Proxy Manager container is running, open a web browser and go to http:\/\/localhost:81. You should now see the login page.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_21-1024x535.png\" alt=\"Starting with NPM\" class=\"wp-image-21771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_21-1024x535.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_21-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_21-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_21.png 1306w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>e. Log in to Nginx Proxy Manager<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use the default login credentials to access the admin interface:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Email: admin@example.com<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Password: changeme<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After logging in, you&#8217;ll be immediately prompted to change the default password.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_5-1024x541.png\" alt=\"Nginx proxy manager change password\" class=\"wp-image-21755\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_5-1024x541.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_5-300x159.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_5-18x10.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_5.png 1198w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>After you successfully change login and credentials you can start configuring your proxy hosts, SSL certificates, and other settings according to your needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>f. Maintain Your Installation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Keep your Nginx Proxy Manager up to date by periodically stopping your container, pulling the latest image, and restarting your stack:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>docker-compose down\ndocker-compose pull\ndocker-compose up -d<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p>By following these steps, you&#8217;ve successfully installed Nginx Proxy Manager on your Windows machine using Docker Compose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"background-color:#b0f2b6\"><strong>Struggling with slow, unreliable proxy performance? RapidSeedbox is the solution. <\/strong><br><strong><br><\/strong><em>Enhance your Nginx proxy management with our robust and reliable proxies. <\/em><br><em>Say hello to excellence!<br><\/em>----<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-2\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/vi\/proxy\/?blog=nginx-proxy-manager\" style=\"background-color:#22c55e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Check Rapidseedbox&#8217;s Proxy Servers today!<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"04\">4. How to use the Nginx Proxy Manager UI and configure it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Nginx Proxy Manager comes with a user-friendly web-based interface that gives you a way to configure and manage Nginx as a proxy server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Let\u2019s go quickly through the different aspects present in the Nginx Proxy Manager UI.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>a. Dashboard<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Comes with a clear layout showing a summary of Proxy Hosts, Redirection Hosts, Streams, and 404 Hosts. The dashboard&#8217;s design gives you an at-a-glance view of the server&#8217;s status and quick navigation to different configuration areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"521\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_1-1024x521.png\" alt=\"NPM Dashboard\" class=\"wp-image-21751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_1-1024x521.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_1-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_1-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_1.png 1300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>b. Hosts.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This section lists all the hosts including Proxy hosts, Redirection Hosts, Streams, and 404 Hosts. The important one is Proxy hosts which show the source and destination, whether SSL is configured, and their online status. You can also add a new proxy host by clicking the &#8220;Add Proxy Host&#8221; button, then inputting domain names, choosing the scheme, and setting forward hostname\/IP and port. More on this in the next section.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_19-1024x500.png\" alt=\"Starting NPM\" class=\"wp-image-21769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_19-1024x500.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_19-300x147.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_19-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_19.png 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>c. Access Lists<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This section, allows you to manage access controls. It provides extra security by restricting which users can view or manage different hosts. You can also use the \u201cAdd Access List\u201d to create a new one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"521\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_10-1024x521.png\" alt=\"nginx proxy manager access lists\" class=\"wp-image-21760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_10-1024x521.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_10-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_10-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_10.png 1302w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>d. SSL Certificates<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This section displays all the SSL certificates that are available or in use, including details like the provider and expiration date. There&#8217;s also an &#8220;Add SSL Certificate&#8221; button to secure your new hosts with SSL Certificates.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"518\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_4-1024x518.png\" alt=\"SSL certificates\" class=\"wp-image-21754\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_4-1024x518.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_4-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_4-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_4.png 1290w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>e. Users.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Users section gives you a straightforward way to User management. It provides an overview of user permissions and the ability to add new users or modify existing ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"519\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_2-1024x519.png\" alt=\"NPM UI\" class=\"wp-image-21752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_2-1024x519.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_2-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_2-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_2.png 1293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>f. Audit Log<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This part of the UI shows a history of actions taken within the Proxy Manager. This audit log includes events, updates to configurations, and SSL certificate renewals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_14-1024x520.png\" alt=\"Installing NPM\" class=\"wp-image-21764\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_14-1024x520.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_14-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_14-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_14.png 1290w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>g. Settings<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Settings offer customization for default behaviors, such as the response to unknown host accesses, with options for custom error pages. The following screenshot shows the default site (what to show when Nginx is hit with an unknown host).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"513\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_3-1024x513.png\" alt=\"settings\" class=\"wp-image-21753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_3-1024x513.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_3-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_3-18x9.png 18w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_3.png 1293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 20px 0;\"> \n  <h4><strong>\ud83d\udd76\ufe0f Pros don\u2019t guess NGINX settings.<\/strong><\/h4> \n  Get the exact directives top sysadmins use: <a data-sumome-listbuilder-id=\"db80aae7-34ad-4a71-89c0-4b2061231646\" style=\"color: #3498db;\"> Unlock the Config Guide <\/a> \n  <br> \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"05\">5. Vital Configurations and Initial Setup.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Using the Nginx Proxy Manager UI, you can easily create and manage reverse proxies, apply SSL certificates, and fine-tune your server&#8217;s settings without knowing much about Nginx or command-line tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>We recommend you start with the following basic configurations.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>a. Set Up Proxy Hosts<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Go to the &#8220;Proxy Hosts&#8221; tab and click &#8220;Add Proxy Host.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter the domain name, choose HTTP or HTTPS, and provide the internal IP address and port of the service you&#8217;re proxying to.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also change parameters like locations, assign SSL, and change custom Nginx configuration from here.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"986\" height=\"615\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_12.png\" alt=\"Configuring NPM\" class=\"wp-image-21762\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_12.png 986w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_12-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_12-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 986px) 100vw, 986px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>b. Configure SSL<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Navigate to the &#8216;SSL Certificates&#8217; tab. Click on &#8216;Add SSL Certificate&#8217;. Choose to request a new SSL via Let&#8217;s Encrypt or add your own certificate by providing the certificate and private key.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Within the configuration panel<\/strong> \u201cAdd \u201cLet\u2019s Encrypt Certificate\u201d add the Domain Name (as it states there; this must be already configured in Hosts). Add the email, agree to the Let\u2019s Encrypt ToS, and give this Certificate a test through the Test Server Reachability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add SSL Certificate:<\/strong> Assign SSL to Proxy Host: Go to the &#8216;Proxy Hosts&#8217; tab. Click &#8216;Add Proxy Host&#8217; or edit an existing host. Fill in the domain name and other necessary details. In the &#8216;SSL&#8217; tab of the proxy host, select the SSL certificate you&#8217;ve added. Choose SSL options like HTTP\/2 support, HSTS, and redirection of HTTP to HTTPS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"879\" height=\"612\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_8.png\" alt=\"adding an SSL certificate\" class=\"wp-image-21758\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_8.png 879w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_8-300x209.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_8-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 879px) 100vw, 879px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>c. Configuring Firewall Rules.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>While Nginx Proxy Manager does not directly handle firewall configurations, it can set rules that act similarly to a WAF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Access Lists: <\/strong>In the &#8216;Access Lists&#8217; tab, create a new access list. Define the rules for allowing or denying access based on IP addresses or ranges. You can also enable authorization, requiring a username and password to access certain services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"974\" height=\"597\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_17.png\" alt=\"Configuring NPM\" class=\"wp-image-21767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_17.png 974w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_17-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_17-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 974px) 100vw, 974px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Proxy Host Advanced Configuration: <\/strong>In the &#8216;Proxy Hosts&#8217; details, switch to the &#8216;Advanced&#8217; tab. Enter custom Nginx directives to control access, limit request rates, or deny problematic user agents and IPs.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You might add rules like deny or allow directives to block or allow specific IP addresses or ranges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"990\" height=\"645\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_7.png\" alt=\"adding a new proxy host\" class=\"wp-image-21757\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_7.png 990w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_7-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_7-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 990px) 100vw, 990px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Custom Locations: <\/strong>Go to the &#8216;New Proxy Host&#8217; setup (or edit an existing proxy host). Here, you can define specific URL paths (location) and forward them to different hostnames and ports.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This allows you more granular control over the routing of incoming traffic to your internal services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"954\" height=\"611\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_18.png\" alt=\"Configuring NPM\" class=\"wp-image-21768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_18.png 954w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_18-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Nginx_Proxy_Manager_18-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 954px) 100vw, 954px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Photo by nginxproxymanager.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"06\">6. Nginx Proxy Manager FAQ. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>a. What is the relationship between NGINX and the Nginx Proxy Manager?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>NGINX is an open-source web server. NGINX Proxy Manager, or NPM, on the other hand, is an open-source tool that simplifies NGINX management. The former is a management layer that simplifies the configuration and management of Nginx.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>b. What are some alternatives to Nginx Proxy Manager?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatives to Nginx Proxy Manager include <a href=\"https:\/\/traefik.io\/traefik\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Traefik<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/caddyserver.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caddy<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/httpd.apache.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apache HTTP Server<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/blog\/haproxy-docker\">HAP<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/blog\/haproxy-docker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">r<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/blog\/haproxy-docker\">oxy<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/blog\/ultimate-guide-to-wingate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WinGate<\/a>, v\u00e0 <a href=\"https:\/\/openresty.org\/\">OpenResty<\/a>. They are worth exploring to determine the best fit for your specific requirements and infrastructure. Bear in mind that these alternatives vary in features, performance, and configuration complexity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>c. How do I set up SSL termination with Nginx Proxy Manager?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>SSL termination can be set up in Nginx Proxy Manager. Start by creating a new proxy host, then enable SSL in the SSL tab, and finally choose to request a new SSL certificate from LetsEncrypt. You can also import an existing certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>d. Can Nginx Proxy Manager be used for load balancing?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, it can be configured for load balancing. You can do this by setting up multiple backend servers for a single proxy host and adjusting the load balancing method in the &#8216;Advanced&#8217; settings. Learn more about the differences between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rapidseedbox.com\/blog\/reverse-proxy-vs-load-balancer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Reverse Proxies and Load Balancers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>e. What are the steps to configure Nginx Proxy Manager with Docker and Docker Compose?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For the full guide to configure Nginx Proxy Manager with Docker Compose, refer to the guide (<a href=\"#03\">section 3<\/a>). But here are the steps in a nutshell:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Install Docker and Docker Compose.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create a docker-compose.yml file with the Nginx Proxy Manager service definition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Run docker-compose up -d to start the container.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access the web UI at http:\/\/&lt;host-ip&gt;:81 to finish the setup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>f. Can I manage reverse proxies with Nginx Proxy Manager?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can manage reverse proxy servers with NPM. A reverse proxy server routes client requests to the appropriate backend server. This enables you to host multiple applications or services behind a single IP address (and add a certain level of security).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>g. How can I implement access control and rate limiting with Nginx Proxy Manager?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Access control and rate limiting can be configured under the &#8216;Advanced&#8217; tab of a proxy host. You can add custom Nginx directives to allow or deny specific IP addresses and limit request rates to prevent abuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>h. How do I manage SSL certificates in Nginx Proxy Manager, including auto-renewals with LetsEncrypt?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>SSL certificates are managed in the &#8216;SSL Certificates&#8217; tab, where you can request a new SSL from LetsEncrypt, which will be auto-renewed upon expiration. Alternatively, you can upload custom SSL certificates if required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"07\">7. Final Words.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we explored the basics of Nginx Proxy Manager (NPM). This tool is so powerful and extensive, that we only touch the tip of the iceberg. If you want to explore more, we recommend going through the official documentation (<a href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/NginxProxyManager\/nginx-proxy-manager\/blob\/develop\/README.md\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">README file<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the guide, we went through the basics, full description, and comparison with the native Nginx proxy management tool. The guide touched everything, from installation to configuration and practical use cases. It provided valuable insights into leveraging NPM for efficient web service management.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>We hope this guide was useful. If it was or wasn\u2019t, please leave your comments and suggestions below. 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