> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docwrite.jooj.us/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Install on Localhost

> A complete guide to installing the NexWrite - Medium-style blogging platform script on your local machine, including setup, license activation, and database configuration.

Welcome to the NexWrite -  Medium-style blogging platform Localhost Installation Guide. This step-by-step tutorial helps you install and configure the script on your local machine for development and testing.

<Note>
  This guide is for local installations. If you are deploying on a VPS or dedicated server, please refer to the corresponding guides.
</Note>

## Prerequisites

Ensure your system meets the [server requirements](/get-started/server-requirements). You will need:

* A computer running Windows, macOS, or Linux
* Node.js (v18+ recommended)
* MongoDB installed locally (or access to a remote MongoDB instance)
* A modern web browser

## Step 1: Prepare Your Environment

1. **Download the Script Archive**\
   After purchase, download the ZIP archive containing the script files from your account or email.

2. **Extract the Archive**\
   Unzip the archive to your desired location:

   <CodeBlock language="bash">
     unzip nexwrite-server-files.zip -d /path/to/medium-clone
   </CodeBlock>

## Step 2: Install Backend Dependencies

Open a terminal, navigate to the extracted folder, and run:

<CodeBlock language="bash">
  cd /path/to/medium-clone
  npm install
</CodeBlock>

## Step 3: Start the Server

1. **Launch the Application**\
   Start the server by running:

   <CodeBlock language="bash">
     npm start
   </CodeBlock>

   The server will run on your localhost (typically at [http://localhost:3000](http://localhost:3000)).

2. **Verify the Server is Running**\
   Open your browser and navigate to:

   <CodeBlock language="txt">
     [http://localhost:3000](http://localhost:3000)
   </CodeBlock>

   You should see your application's homepage.

## Step 4: Complete Installation via Web Wizard

Once files are installed and dependencies are set up, open your browser and go to:

<CodeBlock language="txt">
  [http://localhost:3000/install](http://localhost:3000/install)
</CodeBlock>

<Steps>
  <Step title="License Activation">
    * Enter your license key.
    * If you don’t know it, go to [https://pay.jooj.us/](https://pay.jooj.us/) and log in with your purchase email.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Database Configuration">
    * Enter your MongoDB connection URI. You can use either:

      **A. MongoDB Atlas (cloud database)**

      ```bash theme={null}
      mongodb+srv://<username>:<password>@<cluster>.mongodb.net/<database>?retryWrites=true&w=majority
      ```

      *(Replace `<username>`, `<password>`, `<cluster>`, and `<database>` with your actual values.)*

      **B. Local MongoDB Installation**

    ```bash theme={null}
     mongodb://localhost:27017/your-database-name
    ```

    *(Replace `your-database-name` with your desired database name.)*

    * Enter your **JWT secret key** by either pasting your own or clicking **Generate** to auto-generate one securely.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create Admin">
    * Set your full name, email, username, and password for the administrator account.
    * Once saved, the server will restart automatically.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Step 5: Running the Script

After installation is complete:

1. **Access Your Application**\
   Open your browser and navigate to:

   <CodeBlock language="txt">
     [http://localhost:3000](http://localhost:3000)
   </CodeBlock>

   Log in using the administrator credentials you created.

<Tip>
  For efficient development, consider installing **nodemon** to automatically restart the server on code changes:

  <CodeBlock language="bash">
    npm install -g nodemon
    nodemon server.js
  </CodeBlock>
</Tip>

If you encounter issues, please refer to the [Troubleshooting Guide](/get-started/installation/troubleshooting) or contact [support@jooj.us](mailto:support@jooj.us).