How to deploy Next.js App on Digital Ocean Test

How to deploy Next.js App on Digital Ocean Test

Step 1: Creating a DigitalOcean Droplet

  1. Sign up or log in to DigitalOcean: If you don’t have an account, create one at DigitalOcean.
  2. Create a Droplet:
  3. Go to the DigitalOcean control panel and click “Create Droplet.”
  4. Choose an image: Select Ubuntu (usually the latest LTS version is recommended).
  5. Choose a plan: Depending on your needs, choose an appropriate plan. For basic applications, the $5/month plan is often sufficient.
  6. Choose a datacenter region: Select a region close to your target audience for better performance.
  7. Authentication: You can use SSH keys (recommended for security) or a root password.
  8. Finalize and create: Add backups if needed, give your droplet a hostname, and click “Create Droplet.”

Step 2: Setting Up the Server

Access the Droplet:

  1. Use an SSH client (like Terminal on macOS/Linux or PuTTY on Windows) to connect to your droplet.
  2. Connect with: ssh root@your_droplet_ip
  3. If using a password, enter it when prompted. If using an SSH key, ensure it’s added to your SSH agent.
  4. Update the server:
sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade -y