Install Node.js and npm on Your VPS

Leverage the power of Node.js and npm on your VPS hosting server! This guide provides a step-by-step process for installing the latest recommended version, ensuring a smooth development environment for your Node.js projects.

Instructions

1. Get Access to Remote Server via SSH

ssh -p PORT USERNAME@HOSTIP

Example:

ssh -p 22 raj@216.32.44.12

2. Check if Node.js and npm Are Already Installed

node -v
npm -v

3. Install Node.js and npm

curl -fsSL https://deb.nodesource.com/setup_18.x | sudo -E bash - &&\
sudo apt-get install -y nodejs

For the latest version and installation instructions, visit the official NodeSource distributions page:

NodeSource Distributions