Nginx Proxy Manager (NPM) is a powerful web-based reverse proxy solution that simplifies the process of managing proxy hosts, SSL certificates, and access control rules. It provides a user-friendly dashboard for handling multiple web applications behind a single IP address. In this guide, we will install Nginx Proxy Manager on a Proxmox container.
System Requirements
Before installing, ensure your Proxmox container meets the following requirements:
- CPU Core: 1
- Memory: 512 MB
- Disk Size: 4 GB
- OS: Debian-based (Recommended: Debian 12)
Installation Steps
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Update and Upgrade the System
Run the following command to update the system packages:
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Install Nginx Proxy Manager
Use the following command to install NPM via a Proxmox-friendly installation script:
sh -c "$(wget --no-cache -qO- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ej52/proxmox/main/install.sh)" -s --app nginx-proxy-manager
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Accessing Nginx Proxy Manager
Once the installation is complete, access the web interface by entering your container’s IP address with port 81 in a web browser:
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Default Login Credentials
- Username: [email protected]
- Password: changeme
After logging in, update the admin credentials for security.
Nginx Proxy Manager simplifies reverse proxy configurations, SSL certificate management, and domain routing with an easy-to-use graphical interface. Once installed, you can start adding proxy hosts and securing your web services efficiently.
