Apache HTTP Server /etc/apache2/envvars

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Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat)
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Debian 12 (Bookworm)
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File Info

Size
48 lines
MD5
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SHA256
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Quick Commands

curl:
curl https://exampleconfig.com/api/v1/config/original/e4431a53c868ae0dfcde68564f3ce6a7?hint=envvars
wget:
wget -O envvars https://exampleconfig.com/api/v1/config/original/e4431a53c868ae0dfcde68564f3ce6a7?hint=envvars
/etc/apache2/envvars
# envvars - default environment variables for apache2ctl

# this won't be correct after changing uid
unset HOME

# for supporting multiple apache2 instances
if [ "${APACHE_CONFDIR##/etc/apache2-}" != "${APACHE_CONFDIR}" ] ; then
	SUFFIX="-${APACHE_CONFDIR##/etc/apache2-}"
else
	SUFFIX=
fi

# Since there is no sane way to get the parsed apache2 config in scripts, some
# settings are defined via environment variables and then used in apache2ctl,
# /etc/init.d/apache2, /etc/logrotate.d/apache2, etc.
export APACHE_RUN_USER=www-data
export APACHE_RUN_GROUP=www-data
# temporary state file location. This might be changed to /run in Wheezy+1
export APACHE_PID_FILE=/var/run/apache2$SUFFIX/apache2.pid
export APACHE_RUN_DIR=/var/run/apache2$SUFFIX
export APACHE_LOCK_DIR=/var/lock/apache2$SUFFIX
# Only /var/log/apache2 is handled by /etc/logrotate.d/apache2.
export APACHE_LOG_DIR=/var/log/apache2$SUFFIX

## The locale used by some modules like mod_dav
export LANG=C
## Uncomment the following line to use the system default locale instead:
#. /etc/default/locale

export LANG

## The command to get the status for 'apache2ctl status'.
## Some packages providing 'www-browser' need '--dump' instead of '-dump'.
#export APACHE_LYNX='www-browser -dump'

## If you need a higher file descriptor limit, uncomment and adjust the
## following line (default is 8192):
#APACHE_ULIMIT_MAX_FILES='ulimit -n 65536'

## If you would like to pass arguments to the web server, add them below
## to the APACHE_ARGUMENTS environment.
#export APACHE_ARGUMENTS=''

## Enable the debug mode for maintainer scripts.
## This will produce a verbose output on package installations of web server modules and web application
## installations which interact with Apache
#export APACHE2_MAINTSCRIPT_DEBUG=1

How to Install Apache HTTP Server

Alpine Linux

sudo apk add apache2

Debian

sudo apt update && sudo apt install apache2

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

sudo yum install httpd

Ubuntu

sudo apt update && sudo apt install apache2

Configuration File Location

File Path
/etc/apache2/envvars
Directory
/etc/apache2/
Significance
System-wide configuration directory
Description
Files in /etc/ contain system-wide configuration settings that affect all users.

Complete Apache HTTP Server Configuration Guide

What is envvars?
Download the original 'envvars' configuration file for Apache HTTP Server from a clean Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat) installation. This is the factory-default configuration that comes with the official Apache package, ideal for troubleshooting, restoring, or learning standard setup patterns.
Technical Details
Found at '/etc/apache2/envvars', this 48-line configuration defines virtual hosts, security modules, SSL certificates, rewrite rules, and performance directives. Powers over 30% of all websites globally and handles everything from static sites to enterprise applications.
Common Configuration Question
How do you configure Apache HTTP Server for security, performance, and virtual hosting on Ubuntu 24.04?
Why Use This Configuration?
This default configuration includes mod_rewrite, mod_ssl, security headers, and optimized MPM settings. Essential for web hosting, development environments, and production deployments. Perfect starting point for system administrators and web developers.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I use this envvars file?

Use this original configuration file when you need to restore Apache HTTP Server 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 Apache HTTP Server to default settings?

Download this file and replace your current configuration at /etc/apache2/envvars. Make sure to backup your existing configuration first, then restart the Apache HTTP Server service to apply the changes.

Is this envvars file secure for production use?

This is the factory-default configuration that ships with Apache HTTP Server on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat). 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 Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat). 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 Apache HTTP Server 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.