Nginx is a popular web server and reverse proxy server, known for its high performance and low resource consumption. However, if you have decided to switch to another web server or no longer need Nginx on your CentOS 7, RHEL 7, or Oracle Linux 7 system, you may want to uninstall it.
In this guide, we will demonstrate how to remove or uninstall Nginx on CentOS 7, RHEL 7, or Oracle Linux 7 using the command line. Following these steps, you will be able to remove the Nginx package and its associated configuration files from your system.
Step 1: Stop the Nginx service
Before uninstalling Nginx, ensure that the service is stopped:
sudo systemctl stop nginx
Step 2: Remove Nginx package
Now, remove the Nginx package using the yum package manager:
sudo yum remove nginx -y
This command will uninstall the Nginx package and its dependencies that are no longer required.
Step 3: Remove Nginx configuration files and logs (optional)
If you wish to remove the Nginx configuration files, logs, and other associated files, you can delete the following directories:
sudo rm -rf /etc/nginx sudo rm -rf /var/log/nginx sudo rm -rf /var/cache/nginx
Please note that this step is optional and should be performed with caution, as it will permanently delete the files and directories.
Programs Mentioned:
- Nginx – A high-performance web server and reverse proxy server used to serve web content and proxy requests efficiently.
- systemctl – A command-line utility used to control the systemd system and service manager, allowing you to manage services and other system components.
- yum – The default package manager for CentOS 7, RHEL 7, and Oracle Linux 7, used to install, update, and remove packages on the system.
Conclusion
By following this guide, you have successfully uninstalled Nginx on CentOS 7, RHEL 7, or Oracle Linux 7. The Nginx package, its configuration files, and logs have been removed from your system, allowing you to install another web server or repurpose the system as needed.
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