Question 1

How do I deploy SvelteKit to my own server?

Accepted Answer

Use the @sveltejs/adapter-node package to build SvelteKit for Node.js deployment. Run "npm run build" to create the production build, then use PM2 to run the server with "pm2 start build/index.js --name sveltekit". Add Nginx as a reverse proxy for SSL and routing.

Question 2

Which SvelteKit adapter should I use for VPS deployment?

Accepted Answer

Use @sveltejs/adapter-node for VPS deployment. This creates a standalone Node.js server. Install it with npm, update svelte.config.js to use the adapter, then build and deploy. For static sites, adapter-static works but you lose SSR capabilities.

Question 3

Is SvelteKit suitable for production self-hosting?

Accepted Answer

Yes, SvelteKit is excellent for self-hosting. It produces highly optimized bundles with minimal runtime overhead. The Node.js adapter creates a production-ready server that's easy to deploy with PM2 and Nginx. Many companies self-host SvelteKit in production.

Question 4

What are the server requirements for SvelteKit?

Accepted Answer

SvelteKit is lightweight due to zero runtime overhead. A basic VPS with 512MB-1GB RAM can run small SvelteKit apps. For larger applications, 1-2GB RAM is sufficient. You'll need Node.js 18+, and optionally PM2 and Nginx for production deployment.

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