Question 1

How do I deploy Meteor to a VPS?

Accepted Answer

Build your Meteor app with "meteor build ../output --architecture os.linux.x86_64". This creates a Node.js bundle. Extract it on your VPS, run "npm install" in the bundle/programs/server folder, set MONGO_URL and ROOT_URL environment variables, and run with PM2.

Question 2

Is self-hosting Meteor cheaper than Galaxy?

Accepted Answer

Yes, significantly. Galaxy starts at $7/container/month with limited resources. A $10-20 VPS can run multiple Meteor apps with much more power. Self-hosting saves money and gives you full control over your infrastructure.

Question 3

Do I need MongoDB for Meteor?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Meteor requires MongoDB for its real-time data layer (DDP). You can run MongoDB on the same VPS or use a managed service. For production, running your own MongoDB on the VPS is cost-effective and gives you full control.

Question 4

How do I configure Meteor for production?

Accepted Answer

Set ROOT_URL to your domain, MONGO_URL to your database connection string, and PORT for the server port. Configure Nginx as a reverse proxy with WebSocket support (required for DDP). Use systemd or PM2 for process management.

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