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How to Install a Bolt.new on a VPS

If you’ve recently developed an application using Bolt.new AI and want to make it live for users to interact with, one of the easiest ways to get it hosted professionally is by using ServerAvatar. But if the process of server deployment sounds intimidating, don’t worry. Hosting an app is a lot more approachable with tools like ServerAvatar that simplify everything from server provisioning to SSL setup.

So, what exactly are we covering here? This comprehensive guide walks you through the exact steps needed to get your Bolt AI application deployed on a live VPS server using ServerAvatar, even if you’re not a server management expert. Whether you’re using DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Contabo, or any other provider, this tutorial will cover it all.

By the time you’re done with this walkthrough, your AI-powered app will be live, secured, and ready to serve your users 24/7.

What is Bolt.new AI?

Bolt.new is a new framework or platform designed to generate applications quickly using AI-driven workflows and automation. It takes care of repetitive tasks and allows developers to focus more on functionality than setup.

You can think of Bolt AI as the intelligent backend generator – capable of stitching together APIs, UIs, and data logic with AI’s help. Many developers use it to speed up app creation, especially in startups and MVP environments.

However, generating the app is just the first part. Hosting it, managing it, and keeping it available online is the next major challenge – and that’s where ServerAvatar comes in.

Why Use ServerAvatar?

So why not just use traditional cPanel or manually manage your server with SSH?

Here’s why ServerAvatar is a game-changer for developers:

  • No server admin experience required: You don’t have to be a DevOps engineer to deploy a production-grade app.
  • Automated configurations: From SSL to firewalls, everything is handled with a few clicks.
  • Easy monitoring and backup tools: No more dealing with log files via terminal. It’s all in the dashboard.
  • N*o Command Line Needed:* If the idea of SSH scares you, ServerAvatar is for you.

For Bolt AI applications that often run with modern stacks like Node.js or Python, ServerAvatar provides a streamlined deployment process that’s faster, more efficient, and far less error-prone than manual server setups.

Step-by-Step Guide to Hosting with ServerAvatar

Prepare Your Bolt AI App for deployment

Once Bolt AI has generated your application. For the smoothest hosting experience, choose to push your app to GitHub. You’ll need a GitHub account (which is free) and once authorized, Bolt AI will create a repository and upload your project files there.

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