How do I configure Gzip compression in Nginx?

How do I configure Gzip compression in Nginx?

To enable Gzip compression in Nginx, you need to modify the configuration file. You can add the following lines to your server block:

gzip on;
gzip_types text/plain text/css application/json application/javascript text/xml application/xml application/xml+rss text/javascript;
gzip_min_length 1000;

This will enable Gzip for various file types and set a minimum length for compression.

What file do I need to edit to make these changes?

You typically need to edit the nginx.conf file, which is usually located in /etc/nginx/ or /usr/local/nginx/conf/. You can also include these settings in your site's specific configuration file.

Do I need to restart Nginx after making these changes?

Yes, after making changes to the configuration file, you should restart Nginx to apply the new settings. You can do this by running sudo systemctl restart nginx.

How can I test if Gzip is working?

You can test if Gzip is working by using online tools like GIDNetwork or by checking the response headers in your browser's developer tools. Look for the Content-Encoding: gzip header.