How to deploy a Node.js application on my hosting plan?
Here is how you can easily deploy and manage your application using the tools natively available in your cPanel:
1. Accessing Node.js in cPanel
Instead of the "Node.js Selector," we utilize cPanel’s native Application Manager to handle Node.js deployments. It provides a robust and seamless way to deploy your application directly from your dashboard.2. Running Node.js Persistently
You do not need to rely on SSH terminal sessions to keep your application running persistently. When you register your application through the Application Manager, our server uses a built-in process manager. This automatically runs your Node.js app persistently in the background, connects it to your domain, and safely handles web traffic on standard ports without extra configuration.How to Deploy Your Application:
Upload your files: Using the File Manager or FTP, upload your Node.js application files to a folder in your account (e.g., outside of the public_html folder for better security). Since you do not have SSH access, please ensure you build your app locally and upload your node_modules folder along with the rest of your files.
Set the entry file: Ensure your main application file (your starting script) is named app.js, as this is the default file the Application Manager looks for to launch your app.
Register the App: Log into your cPanel.
- Scroll down to the Software section and click on Application Manager.
- Click Register Application.
- Fill out the form (Name, select your domain, and provide the path to your application folder).
- Click Deploy.
Once deployed, the server will automatically start your application and keep it running in the background!
Please feel free to contact us if you need more information, assistance or support.
