Apache HTTP Server

Azure Application Servers 2 variations

Apache HTTP Server 2.4 on Ubuntu 24.04, the classic, dependable web server.

Base
Hardened build
minimal ports, security patches applied at build time
Access
Unique credentials
generated on first boot, readable only by root
Verified
Boots working
services pass a health gate before release
Support
24/7, 365 days
by email and live chat, 24 hour response SLA

Variations

Choose the operating system, cloud and version you need. Every variation is the same hardened Apache HTTP Server image, built and supported by cloudimg.

ProductCloudOperating systemVersion
Apache HTTP Server 2.4 Ubuntu 24.04 Azure Ubuntu 24.04 2.4 View · Guide
Apache HTTP Server 2.4 with SSL Ubuntu 24.04 Azure Ubuntu 24.04 2.4 View · Guide

Overview

The Apache HTTP Server is one of the most widely deployed web servers in the world, valued for its stability, flexible module system and long track record. It serves static sites, proxies application backends and hosts virtual hosts for many domains on one machine.

This image gives you a configured Apache 2.4

Why the cloudimg image

The cloudimg image installs Apache HTTP Server on a hardened Ubuntu 24.04 base with sensible defaults and no baked in secrets, accessed by the SSH key you choose at launch. The deployment guide covers adding a virtual host, proxying an application and enabling HTTPS, so you reach a serving web server without manual configuration. 24/7 support is included.

Common uses

  • Serving static websites and virtual hosts for many domains
  • A reverse proxy in front of application backends
  • A dependable web tier you configure and own