How to Deploy a Vue.js Application

So, you’ve built an awesome Vue.js application and now it’s time to take it live! Whether it’s a personal project or a production-ready app, deploying Vue.js might seem complex at first, but don’t worry—I’ll guide (How to Deploy a Vue.js Application) you through the process step by step. Let’s make your Vue.js app accessible to the world.

Step 1: Build Your Vue.js Application

Before deployment, you need to create a production-ready build of your Vue app. Open your terminal and navigate to your project directory, then run:

npm run build

This command will generate an optimized dist folder containing your compiled Vue.js files.

Step 2: Choose a Hosting Option

Depending on your requirements, you can deploy your Vue.js app using different hosting providers. Here are a few popular options:

• Static Hosting (Netlify, Vercel, GitHub Pages) – Best for SPAs (Single Page Applications).
• Traditional Web Server (Apache, Nginx) – Ideal for full-fledged applications.
• Cloud Platforms (AWS, Firebase, DigitalOcean) – Suitable for scalable applications.

Let’s explore how to deploy using these platforms.

Step 3: Deploying on Netlify (Easiest Method)

Netlify offers a hassle-free way to deploy Vue.js applications. Follow these steps:

1. Push your project to a GitHub repository.
2. Sign in to Netlify and connect your GitHub repository.
3. Select your project and set the build command as:

npm run build

1. Set the publish directory to dist and click “Deploy.”

Your Vue.js app is now live!

Step 4: Deploying on Vercel

Vercel is another great option for deploying Vue.js apps.

1. Install the Vercel CLI:

npm install -g vercel

Log in to Vercel and navigate to your project folder:

vercel login  
vercel  

1. Follow the prompts, and your app will be deployed instantly.

Step 5: Deploying on Firebase Hosting

For those who prefer Google’s ecosystem, Firebase Hosting is a great choice.

1. Install Firebase CLI:

npm install -g firebase-tools

Log in to Firebase:

firebase login

Initialize Firebase in your project:

firebase init

Select Hosting and choose your Vue.js project directory (dist). Deploy your app:

firebase deploy

Your app will be live with a Firebase-provided URL!

Step 6: Deploying on an Nginx Server

If you’re using a VPS or cloud server, Nginx is a powerful option.

1. Copy your build files to your server:

scp -r dist/* user@yourserver:/var/www/html/

Configure Nginx to serve your Vue app by editing /etc/nginx/sites-available/default:

server {
    listen 80;
    server_name yourdomain.com;
    root /var/www/html;
    index index.html;
    location / {
        try_files $uri /index.html;
    }
}

Restart Nginx:

sudo systemctl restart nginx

Your Vue.js app is now live on your domain!

Deploying a Vue.js application doesn’t have to be complicated. Choose the hosting option that best suits your needs, follow the steps, and your app will be live in no time. If you’re looking for expert guidance in Vue.js development, check out CodeHunger—a trusted name in web development.

Happy coding!