NGINX Proxy Manager
A containerized tool for managing Nginx reverse proxies through a straightforward web interface
- Also known as
- nginx-proxy-manager
What is NGINX Proxy Manager?
An open-source Docker-based application that simplifies deploying and configuring Nginx proxy servers. It automates SSL certificate provisioning via Let's Encrypt and includes user management, role-based permissions, and audit logging.
NGINX Proxy Manager pricing
We don't have NGINX Proxy Manager's full plan breakdown yet (its pricing page resisted automated reading). Here's what we could confirm. Always check live pricing for exact numbers.
Platform & deployment
Independently observed- Web
- Linux
- Self-hosted
Integrations (2)
Independently observed- Let's Encrypt→•
- Cloudflare
Security & compliance
Known vulnerabilities: 0 (0 in the last 12 months) sourcea count reflects scale & disclosure, not quality
NGINX Proxy Manager FAQ
Common questions about NGINX Proxy Manager, answered from independent, dated evidence.
What is NGINX Proxy Manager?
A self-hosted reverse proxy manager that simplifies exposing web services over the internet with built-in Let's Encrypt SSL support, user management, and permission controls—no Nginx expertise required. It is indexed under Hosting Infrastructure.
Source: https://nginxproxymanager.com
Is NGINX Proxy Manager free to use?
NGINX Proxy Manager is open source, so it can be self-hosted and used at no licence cost. It is released under the MIT licence. Pricing changes often, so verify at source before relying on it.
Source: https://nginxproxymanager.com
What platforms does NGINX Proxy Manager support?
NGINX Proxy Manager supports the web and Linux. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.
Source: https://nginxproxymanager.com
Can NGINX Proxy Manager be self-hosted?
Yes. NGINX Proxy Manager can be deployed on-premise and self-hosted, so it does not have to run on the vendor's infrastructure.
Source: https://nginxproxymanager.com
Is NGINX Proxy Manager open source?
Yes. NGINX Proxy Manager is published under the MIT licence, a permissive licence that generally allows commercial use and modification. Licence terms can change between releases, so verify against the repository for the version you intend to use.
Source: https://github.com/nginxproxymanager/nginx-proxy-manager
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| Signal | Score | Weight | Contribution | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Development activity | 56 | 0.09 | 5.3 | ✓ |
| Release cadence | 94 | 0.05 | 4.9 | ✓ |
| Stars | 86 | 0.03 | 2.2 | ✓ |
| Integrations | 14 | 0.07 | 1.0 | ✓ |
| Capabilities | 0 | 0.06 | 0.0 | - |
| Dependent projects | 0 | 0.06 | 0.0 | ✓ |
| Security posture | 0 | 0.12 | 0.0 | - |
| Package downloads | 0 | 0.14 | 0.0 | - |
| Security score | 0 | 0.04 | 0.0 | - |
| Developer Q&A activity | 0 | 0.06 | 0.0 | - |
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Activity
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Commits last 30d | 61 | mediumsource · 2026-10-07 · 65% |
Adoption
Content
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Faq | 5 items | mediumsource · 2026-09-10 · 67% |
Integrations
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Count | 2 | mediumsource · 2026-08-31 · 60% |
Language
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | TypeScript | highsource · 2026-10-07 · 90% |
License
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Spdx | MIT | highsource · 2026-10-07 · 95% |
Pricing
Release
Security
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Vulnerabilities | Count: 0 · Source: https://advisories.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/advisories?ecosystem=go&package_name=github.com%2Fnginxproxymanager%2Fnginx-proxy-manager&per_page=100 · Last 12m: 0 | highsource · 2026-10-07 · 90% |
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