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After setting up Nginx as reverse proxy, static files are not loading and return 404 errors. What is the most probable cause?

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Django - Deployment and Production
After setting up Nginx as reverse proxy, static files are not loading and return 404 errors. What is the most probable cause?
ANginx static file path is incorrect or missing alias directive
BDjango is not running on the backend
Cproxy_pass URL is wrong
DClient browser does not support static files
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Check static file serving setup

    Static files must be served by Nginx with correct alias or root directive.

  2. Step 2: Identify cause of 404 errors

    If alias path is wrong or missing, Nginx cannot find static files, causing 404.

  3. Final Answer:

    Nginx static file path is incorrect or missing alias directive -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    Static 404 = wrong alias path [OK]
Quick Trick: Check alias path for static files in Nginx config [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Blaming Django backend for static 404
  • Assuming proxy_pass affects static files
  • Thinking client browser causes 404

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