NGINX /etc/nginx/uwsgi_params

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File Info

Size
18 lines
MD5
88ac833ee8ea60904a8b3063fde791de
SHA256
015cb581c2eb84b1a1ac9b575521d5881f791f632bfa62f34b26ba97d70c0d4f

Quick Commands

curl:
curl https://exampleconfig.com/api/v1/config/original/88ac833ee8ea60904a8b3063fde791de?hint=uwsgi_params
wget:
wget -O uwsgi_params https://exampleconfig.com/api/v1/config/original/88ac833ee8ea60904a8b3063fde791de?hint=uwsgi_params
/etc/nginx/uwsgi_params
uwsgi_param  QUERY_STRING       $query_string;
uwsgi_param  REQUEST_METHOD     $request_method;
uwsgi_param  CONTENT_TYPE       $content_type;
uwsgi_param  CONTENT_LENGTH     $content_length;

uwsgi_param  REQUEST_URI        $request_uri;
uwsgi_param  PATH_INFO          $document_uri;
uwsgi_param  DOCUMENT_ROOT      $document_root;
uwsgi_param  SERVER_PROTOCOL    $server_protocol;
uwsgi_param  REQUEST_SCHEME     $scheme;
uwsgi_param  HTTPS              $https if_not_empty;

uwsgi_param  REMOTE_ADDR        $remote_addr;
uwsgi_param  REMOTE_PORT        $remote_port;
uwsgi_param  SERVER_PORT        $server_port;
uwsgi_param  SERVER_NAME        $server_name;

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

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

Complete NGINX Configuration Guide

What is uwsgi_params?
Get the authentic, unmodified 'uwsgi_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/uwsgi_params', this 18-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 uwsgi_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/uwsgi_params. Make sure to backup your existing configuration first, then restart the NGINX service to apply the changes.

Is this uwsgi_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.