When choosing a host, you need to decide between Local (BDIX) for speed in Bangladesh or International Cloud for global scalability.
Quick Deployment Guide: MERN on a VPS
If you choose a VPS for full control, follow these high-level steps:
Step 1: Server Setup
Access your server via SSH and update the environment:
Bash
ssh root@your-ip
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y
sudo apt install -y nodejs npm git nginx
Step 2: Database Management
In 2026, most developers use MongoDB Atlas (Cloud) instead of installing MongoDB locally on the VPS. This ensures better data security and automatic scaling.
- Create a cluster on MongoDB Atlas.
- Add your VPS IP to the Whitelist.
- Use the connection string in your
.envfile.
Step 3: PM2 & Nginx (The Secret Sauce)
To keep your Node.js app running forever, use PM2:
Bash
npm install -g pm2
pm2 start server.js --name "my-app"
Then, configure Nginx as a reverse proxy to point your domain (e.g., api.yourdomain.com) to port 5000.
Essential Considerations for Bangladesh
BDIX Connectivity
If your target audience is inside Bangladesh, BDIX hosting is mandatory. It reduces latency from 200ms (international) to under 20ms (local), making your React app feel instantaneous.
Payment Flexibility
Local providers like Gotmyhost allow payment via bKash, Nagad, or Rocket, Visa Card, Master Card & Paypal. For international hosts like AWS or DigitalOcean, you will need a dual-currency credit card or a virtual dollar card.
Scalability in 2026
Ensure your provider supports Docker or Kubernetes. As your MERN app grows, containerization will make it much easier to move your application between servers without reconfiguring the environment.
Launch Your MERN App with Gotmyhost
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