Nginx Config Generator — Production-Ready in Minutes [2026]

Fill in options → get a complete Nginx server block with SSL, gzip, and reverse proxy support. Copy-paste ready for /etc/nginx/. Free online tool, no signup required.

Server Type

Server Name (Domain)

Listen Port

Root Path

Enable SSL (HTTPS)Enable Gzip CompressionRedirect www to non-wwwCustom Error Pages

Nginx Configuration

server {
    listen 80;
    server_name example.com;

    # Security headers
    add_header X-Frame-Options "SAMEORIGIN" always;
    add_header X-Content-Type-Options "nosniff" always;
    add_header X-XSS-Protection "1; mode=block" always;

    root /var/www/html;
    index index.html index.htm;

    location / {
        try_files $uri $uri/ /index.html;
    }

    # Cache static assets
    location ~* \.(js|css|png|jpg|jpeg|gif|ico|svg|woff|woff2)$ {
        expires 30d;
        add_header Cache-Control "public, immutable";
    }
}

What is Nginx Config Generator?

Nginx Config Generator is a free online tool that creates Nginx server block configurations. Nginx is the most popular web server and reverse proxy, used to serve websites, proxy API requests, terminate SSL, and more. This tool helps you generate correct, production-ready Nginx configuration without memorizing the syntax.

How to Use Nginx Config Generator

Select the type of Nginx configuration you need: static site or reverse proxy. Enter your server name (domain), port, and other options. Toggle SSL, gzip compression, and other features as needed. The generated Nginx server block configuration appears in real time. Copy it and save it to your Nginx configuration directory (typically /etc/nginx/sites-available/).

How Nginx Config Generator Works

The tool collects your server settings through a form interface and assembles a valid Nginx server block configuration. It handles the correct directive syntax for listen ports, server_name, root directory, proxy_pass, SSL certificate paths, gzip settings, and common security headers. The generated config follows Nginx best practices.

Common Use Cases

Setting up Nginx to serve a static website or SPA
Configuring Nginx as a reverse proxy for Node.js or Python apps
Adding SSL/TLS configuration with Let's Encrypt certificates
Enabling gzip compression for better performance
Creating Nginx configs for multiple virtual hosts
Setting up custom error pages and logging

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I put the generated Nginx config?▼

Save the config file in /etc/nginx/sites-available/ on your server, then create a symbolic link to /etc/nginx/sites-enabled/. Run nginx -t to test the configuration, then reload Nginx.

Does the tool generate SSL configuration?▼

Yes. When you enable SSL, the tool adds listen 443 ssl, SSL certificate paths, and recommended security headers. You need to have actual SSL certificates (e.g., from Let's Encrypt) installed on your server.

Can I use this for Docker Nginx?▼

Yes. The generated configuration works with Nginx in Docker containers. Mount the config file into the container at /etc/nginx/conf.d/default.conf.

Is the generated config production-ready?▼

The generated config follows best practices and is suitable for production. However, always review and test the configuration for your specific use case before deploying.

Nginx Config Generator — Production-Ready in Minutes [2026]

What is Nginx Config Generator?

How to Use Nginx Config Generator

How Nginx Config Generator Works

Common Use Cases

Frequently Asked Questions

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