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This product has charges associated with it for seller support. Deploy Lighttpd on Ubuntu 24.04, a lightweight, high performance web server ideal for low resource environments and modern web applications.
Overview
Lighttpd 1.4.82 on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS with Free Maintenance Support by kCloud
Lighttpd 1.4.82 on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, with maintenance support from kCloudHubs, is available on the AWS Cloud Marketplace as a repackaged open-source offering (seller support may include additional charges). Lighttpd is a lightweight, high-performance web server designed for speed and efficiency. Its event-driven design allows it to handle thousands of simultaneous connections while keeping CPU and memory usage low, making it a strong choice for high-traffic sites, static content delivery, and lightweight dynamic web applications.
This AWS Marketplace AMI includes Lighttpd pre-installed and ready to use, so you can launch it on Amazon EC2 without manual installation, package configuration, or dependency fixes. It supports quick deployment, simple setup, and stable web hosting on AWS.
Key Technical Highlights
- Event-driven architecture for high concurrency
- Low CPU and memory consumption for lightweight web workloads
- Supports static content hosting and lightweight dynamic web apps
- Works with modules like FastCGI / SCGI, compression, and rewrite rules
- TLS/SSL support for secure HTTPS hosting
- AWS Marketplace AMI for fast EC2 provisioning
AWS Marketplace Options (Lighttpd-Based AMIs)
On AWS Marketplace, Lighttpd is commonly available in different AMI formats depending on deployment needs:
1) Lightpd (Full Bundle Stack)
Best if you want a fully preconfigured setup:
- Lighttpd with PHP
- MariaDB
- phpMyAdmin
This option is helpful for database-driven web applications where you want the full stack available immediately after launch.
2) Lighttpd on Ubuntu 24.04 (Minimal AMI)
Best for lightweight and high-performance hosting:
- Clean Ubuntu 24.04 base image
- Lighttpd configured for high traffic with low CPU/memory usage
- Optional kCloudHubs maintenance support available
3) Debian Bullseye AMI
Best for teams that want complete control:
- Lighttpd is included as part of a broader Debian server environment
- Requires more manual configuration, but offers maximum flexibility
Core Technical Benefits of Lighttpd
High Concurrency and Scalability
- Handles traffic spikes efficiently
- Supports high connection counts with minimal performance impact
Resource Efficiency
- Lightweight footprint compared to heavier web servers
- Helps reduce AWS infrastructure costs due to lower resource demand
Web Server Features
- FastCGI / SCGI support for lightweight dynamic applications
- Authentication options for controlled access
- Response compression to improve load time and reduce bandwidth use
- URL rewrite support for routing and clean links
- TLS/SSL support for secure HTTPS connections
Why Lighttpd Works Well on AWS Marketplace
Fast EC2 Deployment
- Launch the AMI and start hosting immediately
- No need for manual package installation or environment preparation
- Consistent deployments help reduce configuration drift
AWS Operational Compatibility
- Runs cleanly inside AWS VPC environments
- Security Groups can restrict access
- EBS volumes support server and application storage
- Supports scaling by upgrading EC2 instance resources (vertical scaling)
Billing and Procurement
- AWS Marketplace keeps billing centralized under the AWS account
- All charges appear directly on the AWS invoice
- Simplifies procurement, budgeting, and cost allocation
Optional kCloudHubs Support
If support is included or activated (listing dependent), it may provide:
- Guidance for patching and updates
- Troubleshooting assistance
- Operational support for production deployments
Highlights
- Quick EC2 deployment with pre-configured AMI (no manual installation/setup)
- Low CPU and memory footprint (great for lightweight/high-traffic sites)
- Low CPU and memory footprint (great for lightweight/high-traffic sites)
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64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
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Ubuntu 24.04
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Dimension | Cost/hour |
|---|---|
m4.large Recommended | $0.04 |
t3.micro | $0.04 |
t2.micro | $0.01 |
t2.2xlarge | $0.04 |
t2.medium | $0.04 |
t3.medium | $0.04 |
t2.nano | $0.04 |
t3.nano | $0.04 |
t3.large | $0.04 |
r4.large | $0.04 |
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Delivery details
64-bit (x86) Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
Amazon Machine Image (AMI)
An AMI is a virtual image that provides the information required to launch an instance. Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) instances are virtual servers on which you can run your applications and workloads, offering varying combinations of CPU, memory, storage, and networking resources. You can launch as many instances from as many different AMIs as you need.
Version release notes
Packaged with latest updates as of Jan/2026
Additional details
Usage instructions
Connect your instance via SSH, the username is ubuntu. More info on SSH: https://docs.aws.amazon.com/AWSEC2/latest/UserGuide/AccessingInstancesLinux.html - Run the following commands:
sudo su
sudo apt update
#sudo docker run -d --name lighttpd
-p 8080:80
--restart unless-stopped
sebp/lighttpd:1.4.82
#sudo docker exec -it lighttpd lighttpd -v
Support
Vendor support
Feel free to reach out anytime. Our support team is available 24x7 for assistance. Email: meha@kcloudhubs.com
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