Where does the generated config go?

Typically in a file under sites-available, then symlinked into sites-enabled, or directly inside the http block of nginx.conf.

How do I apply the config safely?

Run nginx -t to check the syntax, then reload Nginx so it picks up the changes without dropping connections.

Does this set up SSL certificates?

No. It writes the SSL directives, but you still obtain certificates separately, for example with a tool like Certbot.

Nginx Config Generator

About Nginx Config Generator

Toggle the features your site needs, including SSL, a reverse proxy to a backend port, static file serving, gzip compression, rate limiting, and common security headers. The tool builds a matching Nginx server block that you can copy into your sites-available configuration.

The configuration is generated in your browser, so none of your server details are sent anywhere. After copying, adjust the server_name, file paths, and certificate locations for your environment, then test the config with nginx -t before reloading the service.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the generated config go?: Typically in a file under sites-available, then symlinked into sites-enabled, or directly inside the http block of nginx.conf.
How do I apply the config safely?: Run nginx -t to check the syntax, then reload Nginx so it picks up the changes without dropping connections.
Does this set up SSL certificates?: No. It writes the SSL directives, but you still obtain certificates separately, for example with a tool like Certbot.