Deploy Moodle on AWS with Meetrix - The Leading Open-Source LMS, Pre-Configured for Instant Use

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Launch a secure, scalable Moodle environment in minutes, optimized for education, training, and 24/7 uptime.

As online education and remote training continue to grow across industries, organizations need reliable learning platforms that are customizable, cost-effective, and secure. Moodle, the world’s most popular open-source learning management system (LMS), is the platform of choice for universities, schools, government institutions, and training providers worldwide.

But deploying Moodle at scale isn’t always simple. Managing PHP versions, configuring databases, enabling SSL, and optimizing performance can delay your project and introduce security risks.

That’s why Meetrix offers a fully configured Moodle deployment on AWS, purpose-built for fast launch, secure operation, and supported by a 24/7 expert team.

Resources to Get Started

What Is Moodle?

Moodle is a powerful, open-source learning platform that enables educators to build custom digital classrooms. It supports:

Course creation and management
Role-based user access (students, teachers, admins)
Multimedia lesson delivery
Quizzes, forums, and collaborative tools
Integration with SCORM, LTI, H5P, and external tools
Learning analytics and reporting

Moodle is used by over 300 million users in 240+ countries, making it one of the most trusted LMS platforms in the world.

Technical Overview - Step-by-Step Deployment

Meetrix’s Developer Guide provides full instructions for setting up and managing Moodle on AWS. Here’s a summary of the steps included:

Launch the AMI

Deploy Moodle instantly from the AWS Marketplace using our pre-configured AMI.
Configure Instance & Networking
- Choose instance size (t3.medium recommended for small workloads, m5.xlarge+ for production).
- Attach security groups with HTTPS (443) and SSH (22) enabled.
Database Setup
- Default stack uses MariaDB/PostgreSQL optimized for Moodle.
- Optionally connect to Amazon RDS for managed database scaling.
Secure Setup
- HTTPS/SSL enabled by default with Let’s Encrypt.
- IAM-based access controls integrated with AWS best practices.
Storage & Backups
- Moodle data stored on Amazon EBS volumes.
- Optionally integrate with Amazon S3 for course file storage.
- Backups configured with AWS snapshots.
Customization
- Full root/admin access for installing plugins, themes, and custom modules.
- DNS mapping via Route 53 for custom domains.
Performance & Scaling
- Built-in caching for high concurrency.
- Load balancer & Auto Scaling Group support for enterprise scale.
Monitoring & Logging
- Integrated with CloudWatch Logs for error monitoring.
- Optional Prometheus/Grafana integration for advanced metrics.

This complete setup ensures your Moodle environment is production-ready out of the box and easy to extend as your users grow.

Why Choose Meetrix for Moodle Deployment?

Latest Moodle LTS version, fully installed and configured
Web server stack (NGINX/Apache, PHP, MariaDB/PostgreSQL)
SSL/HTTPS setup with domain support
Hardened security settings and IAM best practices
Optimized caching and session management
24/7 expert technical support

Who Uses Moodle?

Meetrix's solution is ideal for:

Universities and colleges deploying campus-wide e-learning
K-12 schools needing remote or blended learning solutions
Corporate L&D teams running internal training and certifications
Government and NGOs training employees or public learners
Professional educators and tutors
Training providers delivering SCORM-compliant online courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I customize Moodle themes and plugins? Yes.

Is Moodle mobile-friendly? Absolutely.

Can it scale for thousands of users? Yes, with built-in scalability.

Is it compliant with FERPA/GDPR? Yes, with AWS-native encryption and access controls.