Complete Guide to Setting Up a Node.js Environment in cPanel

Complete Guide to Setting Up a Node.js Environment in cPanel

Overview

This guide will walk you through the process of setting up a Node.js environment using the cPanel interface, ideal for Hiverift hosting or any provider with Node.js support through cPanel.

Requirements

• cPanel account with Node.js support
• Uploaded Node.js project files (including package.json)
• Basic familiarity with file structures and npm

Step 1: Access cPanel

1. Login at https://yourdomain.com/cpanel
2. Navigate to Setup Node.js App (or Application Manager)

Step 2: Create a New Node.js Application

1. Click Create Application
2. Configure the following settings:
   • Node.js version: Select the desired version
   • Application Mode: Set to Production
   • Application Root: e.g., my-node-app
   • Application URL: e.g., https://yourdomain.com/app
   • Startup File: e.g., index.js
3. Click Create

Step 3: Upload or Edit Your Files

1. Open File Manager from cPanel
2. Navigate to your application root directory
3. Upload or create files including:
   • index.js or app.js
   • package.json

Step 4: Install Dependencies

1. Back in Application Manager, find your app
2. Click Open Terminal (or use SSH if available)
3. Navigate to the app directory:cd my-node-app
4. Run:npm install

Step 5: Start or Restart the Application

Return to the Application Manager and click Restart. Your app will now run and be accessible via the configured URL.

Optional: Manage Environment Variables

1. Click Edit on your Node.js app
2. Scroll to Environment Variables
3. Add variables like:
   • DB_HOST = localhost
   • NODE_ENV = production

Need Help?

Contact dev@hiverift.com for Node.js setup assistance on Hiverift hosting.