NGINX /etc/nginx/fastcgi_params
Compatibility
File Info
- Size
- 26 lines
- MD5
- 4729c30112ca3071f4650479707993ad
- SHA256
- f37852d0113de30fa6bfc3d9b180ef99383c06739530dd482a8538503afd5a58
Quick Commands
curl https://exampleconfig.com/api/v1/config/original/4729c30112ca3071f4650479707993ad?hint=fastcgi_params
wget -O fastcgi_params https://exampleconfig.com/api/v1/config/original/4729c30112ca3071f4650479707993ad?hint=fastcgi_params
fastcgi_param QUERY_STRING $query_string; fastcgi_param REQUEST_METHOD $request_method; fastcgi_param CONTENT_TYPE $content_type; fastcgi_param CONTENT_LENGTH $content_length; fastcgi_param SCRIPT_NAME $fastcgi_script_name; fastcgi_param REQUEST_URI $request_uri; fastcgi_param DOCUMENT_URI $document_uri; fastcgi_param DOCUMENT_ROOT $document_root; fastcgi_param SERVER_PROTOCOL $server_protocol; fastcgi_param REQUEST_SCHEME $scheme; fastcgi_param HTTPS $https if_not_empty; fastcgi_param GATEWAY_INTERFACE CGI/1.1; fastcgi_param SERVER_SOFTWARE nginx/$nginx_version; fastcgi_param REMOTE_ADDR $remote_addr; fastcgi_param REMOTE_PORT $remote_port; fastcgi_param SERVER_ADDR $server_addr; fastcgi_param SERVER_PORT $server_port; fastcgi_param SERVER_NAME $server_name; # PHP only, required if PHP was built with --enable-force-cgi-redirect fastcgi_param REDIRECT_STATUS 200;
How to Install NGINX
Alpine Linux
sudo apk add nginx
Debian
sudo apt update && sudo apt install nginx
Red Hat Enterprise Linux
sudo yum install nginx
Ubuntu
sudo apt update && sudo apt install nginx
Configuration File Location
Complete NGINX Configuration Guide
- What is fastcgi_params?
- Get the authentic, unmodified 'fastcgi_params' configuration file from a fresh Debian 9 (Stretch) installation. This is the exact default NGINX configuration that ships with the official package, perfect for restoring corrupted configs or understanding baseline settings.
- Technical Details
- Located at '/etc/nginx/fastcgi_params', this 26-line file contains the production-ready directives for HTTP server blocks, SSL/TLS termination, gzip compression, and worker process optimization. Essential for web servers, reverse proxies, load balancers, and API gateways serving millions of requests.
- Common Configuration Question
- How do you configure NGINX for optimal performance, security, and scalability on Debian 9?
- Why Use This Configuration?
- This original configuration provides the foundation for high-performance web serving. Includes security headers, SSL best practices, and performance optimizations. Critical for DevOps engineers, system administrators, and web developers building production infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I use this fastcgi_params file?
Use this original configuration file when you need to restore NGINX to its default state after misconfiguration, during fresh installations, or as a baseline for customization. It's particularly useful for troubleshooting when your current config isn't working properly.
How do I restore NGINX to default settings?
Download this file and replace your current configuration at /etc/nginx/fastcgi_params. Make sure to backup your existing configuration first, then restart the NGINX service to apply the changes.
Is this fastcgi_params file secure for production use?
This is the factory-default configuration that ships with NGINX on Debian 9 (Stretch). While it provides a secure baseline, you should review and customize security settings based on your specific production requirements and compliance needs.
What's the difference between this and other OS versions?
This configuration is specifically from Debian 9 (Stretch). Different operating systems and versions may have slightly different default settings, security patches, or feature availability. Check the compatibility section above for other OS versions.
Can I use this configuration file for NGINX troubleshooting?
Yes, this original configuration is excellent for troubleshooting. Compare it with your current settings to identify modifications that might be causing issues, or temporarily replace your config with this one to isolate problems.
