NGINX Access Control Module: Variable-Based Rules
by Danila Vershinin, February 25, 2026
The NGINX access control module extends native allow/deny directives beyond IP addresses to any NGINX variable. Build flexible access policies using headers, query parameters, geo data, and custom maps — all evaluated at the access phase without resorting to if-statements.
Read More...NGINX CGI Module: Run CGI Scripts in NGINX
by Danila Vershinin, February 24, 2026
Learn how to run traditional CGI scripts in NGINX using the nginx-cgi module. This guide covers installation, configuration, migration from Apache mod_cgi, and practical examples with Bash, Python, and Perl CGI scripts.
Read More...NGINX HTTP-FLV Module: Build a Live Streaming Server
by Danila Vershinin,
Learn how to set up a complete live streaming server with the NGINX HTTP-FLV module. This guide covers installation, HTTP-FLV playback, GOP caching for instant playback, multi-format output (HLS, DASH), stream recording, real-time JSON statistics, access control, and relay for scalable streaming infrastructure.
Read More...NGINX Headers-More Module: Complete Guide
by Danila Vershinin, February 23, 2026
Master HTTP header manipulation in NGINX with the headers-more module. Learn how to set, clear, and replace any header including protected ones like Server. Complete guide with security hardening examples, proxy configuration, and performance tips.
Read More...NGINX Set-Misc Module: Encoding and Hashing Guide
by Danila Vershinin, February 22, 2026
Master the NGINX set-misc module for encoding, hashing, and variable manipulation. This comprehensive guide covers all 27 directives including Base64, MD5, SHA1, HMAC-SHA256, URI encoding, SQL/JSON quoting, and secure random token generation with verified examples.
Read More...NGINX VOD Module: Advanced Video Streaming Configuration
by Danila Vershinin, February 21, 2026
Transform NGINX into a powerful video-on-demand platform with the VOD module. This guide covers HLS, DASH, HDS, and MSS streaming, DRM integration, caching strategies, and Prometheus monitoring for system administrators managing video delivery infrastructure.
Read More...NGINX Security Headers Module: Complete Configuration Guide
by Danila Vershinin,
Configure NGINX security headers the right way with the ngx_security_headers module. This comprehensive guide covers all directives including X-Frame-Options, Referrer-Policy, HSTS, Cross-Origin policies, and automatic header hiding. Includes installation, configuration examples, and security best practices.
Read More...NGINX Query String Normalization with sorted-args Module
by Danila Vershinin, February 17, 2026
Improve NGINX cache hit rates by normalizing query string parameter order. The sorted-args module eliminates cache fragmentation caused by tracking codes, parameter reordering, and cache-busting parameters.
Read More...NGINX MPEG-TS Module for Live HLS and DASH Streaming
by Danila Vershinin, February 14, 2026
Learn how to set up live HLS and MPEG-DASH streaming with the NGINX MPEG-TS module. This guide covers installation, configuration, adaptive bitrate streaming, and practical examples for creating a lightweight streaming server.
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