About localhosts.info

localhosts.info is a documentation resource for local web development, providing guidance on using localhost, configuring local servers, and developing web applications.

What We Do

localhosts.info provides:

  • Documentation on localhost and local development
  • Setup and configuration instructions
  • Troubleshooting information
  • Port numbers, URLs, and configuration examples
  • Code examples

What We Don't Do:

  • We don't provide software downloads or hosting
  • We don't collect user accounts or personal information
  • We don't offer paid services or technical support
  • We don't access your local development environment

What is localhost?

localhost is a hostname that refers to your own computer. When you access localhost in a web browser, you're connecting to a web server running on your own machine. The IP address 127.0.0.1 is reserved for localhost traffic.

localhost allows developers to:

  • Test websites and applications before deploying to production
  • Develop without an internet connection
  • Experiment safely without affecting live sites
  • Learn web development in a controlled environment
  • Run databases and services locally

What We Cover

Local Server Software

  • XAMPP - Cross-platform Apache, MySQL, PHP solution
  • WAMP - Windows, Apache, MySQL, PHP stack
  • MAMP - Mac, Apache, MySQL, PHP environment
  • Laragon - Modern Windows development environment
  • Docker - Containerized development environments
  • Node.js - JavaScript runtime for server-side development

Development Frameworks

  • React - JavaScript library for user interfaces
  • Angular - TypeScript framework by Google
  • Vue.js - Progressive JavaScript framework
  • Laravel - PHP web application framework
  • Next.js - React framework with SSR
  • Django - Python web framework
  • WordPress - Popular content management system

Common Ports

  • :80 - HTTP (web servers)
  • :443 - HTTPS (secure web)
  • :3000 - React/Node.js development
  • :4200 - Angular development
  • :5173 - Vite development server
  • :8000 - Laravel/Python Django
  • :8080 - Alternative HTTP/Tomcat

Database Systems

  • MySQL - Port 3306
  • PostgreSQL - Port 5432
  • MongoDB - Port 27017
  • Redis - Port 6379
  • phpMyAdmin - MySQL web interface
  • Adminer - Lightweight database tool

Our Mission

To provide accurate and practical documentation for local web development.

Documentation Standards

Documentation follows these principles:

  • Accuracy - Information is tested
  • Clarity - Written in clear language
  • Practical - Includes code examples
  • Multi-platform - Covers Windows, Linux, and Mac
  • Updated regularly

Who This is For

  • Beginners - Clear setup instructions and basics
  • Students - Learning web development concepts
  • Professional Developers - Quick reference and troubleshooting
  • System Administrators - Server configuration details
  • Educators - Teaching materials for classes
  • Freelancers - Setting up client projects locally
  • Hobbyists - Personal project development

Platform Coverage

Platform Coverage Examples
Windows Complete XAMPP, WAMP, Laragon, IIS
Linux Complete Apache, Nginx, LAMP, systemd
macOS Complete MAMP, Homebrew, native Apache
Docker Complete Containers, compose, images

Technology Stack Covered

Backend Languages

  • PHP - Apache, Nginx, Laravel, WordPress
  • Python - Django, Flask, FastAPI
  • Node.js - Express, Nest.js, Fastify
  • Ruby - Rails, Sinatra
  • Java - Spring Boot, Tomcat

Frontend Frameworks

  • React - CRA, Next.js, Vite
  • Angular - CLI, Universal
  • Vue.js - CLI, Nuxt.js, Vite
  • Svelte - SvelteKit, Vite

Databases

  • Relational - MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB, SQLite
  • NoSQL - MongoDB, Redis, CouchDB
  • Management Tools - phpMyAdmin, Adminer, pgAdmin

Common Use Cases

  • Web Development - Building websites and web applications
  • WordPress Development - Theme and plugin development
  • API Development - RESTful and GraphQL APIs
  • Mobile App Backend - Server-side for mobile apps
  • Learning - Educational projects and tutorials
  • Testing - QA and integration testing
  • Database Management - Local database work
  • Prototyping - Quick proof-of-concept projects

How We're Funded

localhosts.info is a free resource supported by:

  • Google AdSense - Non-intrusive advertisements help cover hosting costs
  • Community Support - Voluntary contributions from users who find our content helpful

All content remains free and accessible to everyone. We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site and improve our documentation. Learn more in our privacy policy.

Getting Started

New to localhost development? Start with these pages:

Disclaimer

localhosts.info provides information and documentation only. While we strive for accuracy:

  • We cannot guarantee all information is error-free
  • We are not responsible for issues arising from following our documentation
  • Always backup your data before making system changes
  • Use information at your own risk in production environments
  • Official documentation should be consulted for critical implementations

Contact & Support

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