Does Nginx Proxy Manager handle SSL certificates automatically?
Yes. You request a free Let's Encrypt certificate from the web interface when you add a proxy host, and it renews automatically. It also supports…
Nginx Proxy Manager: Reverse Proxy with a Web UI
Nginx Proxy Manager puts a simple web interface in front of Nginx, so you can publish self-hosted apps behind a domain name with automatic Let's Encrypt SSL certificates and no manual config files.
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| Requirement | Nginx Proxy Manager | Caddy | nginx-proxy | Traefik |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | x86 + ARM | x86 + ARM | x86 + ARM | x86 + ARM |
| Price | Free | Free | Free | Free |
| Containers | 1 (app only) | 1 (app only) | 1 (app only) | 1 (app only) |
| Database | SQLite | none | None | none |
| Runtime | Node | Go | nginx | Go |
| Install options | Docker only | Docker + Linux, Windows, macOS | Docker only | Docker + Linux, Windows, macOS |
Common questions
Is Nginx Proxy Manager good for beginners?
Yes. It is built for people who do not want to edit Nginx config files. You add a domain, point it at an IP and port, and switch on SSL from a web…
Can Nginx Proxy Manager keep services private to my local network?
Yes. Access lists let you restrict a proxy host by IP address or require a username and password. For a service that should never be reachable from…
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