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Discover how to stop Apache's default welcome page and run your website from the `htdocs` folder on your Lightsail instance using Letsencrypt SSL.
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Troubleshooting Apache on Lightsail with Letsencrypt SSL

Are you experiencing issues with your website hosted on an Amazon Lightsail instance running Bitnami? After attempting to renew your SSL certificate with Letsencrypt, you might have found your site displaying a default Apache welcome page instead of the content from your htdocs folder. If so, you're not alone! This is a common scenario, and troubleshooting it is simpler than you might think.

The Problem Explained

When you encounter the default Apache welcome page on your Lightsail instance, it's likely because the server is serving content from the system's Apache installation instead of your Bitnami stack. This situation can occur if the system's Apache service has been started unintentionally, disrupting your intended configuration.

Fortunately, there are straightforward steps you can follow to resolve this issue and get your site back up and running smoothly from the htdocs folder.

Solution: How to Redirect Your Site Back to the htdocs Folder

Step 1: Stop and Disable the System's Apache Service

First, you need to stop the system-installed Apache service that is mistakenly running on your instance. Use the following commands to stop and disable the service:

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Step 2: Start the Bitnami Apache Service

After stopping the system's Apache service, the next step is to ensure you start the Bitnami Apache server, which is configured to serve your site from the correct directory. Execute the command below:

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Step 3: Regenerate SSL Certificates (If Necessary)

If Apache fails to restart after the above steps, it might be necessary to regenerate your SSL certificates. This step ensures that your site is secure and that the configurations align with your running server. Here’s how to do that:

Regenerate Certificates: Follow the Letsencrypt instructions specific to Bitnami to regenerate your SSL certificates.

Update Configuration: Ensure to configure your new certificates in the Bitnami configuration file located at:

/opt/bitnami/apache2/conf/bitnami/bitnami.conf

Important Considerations

Make sure your SSL certificates are valid and correctly set up. Faulty configurations can lead to additional issues.

Always back up your configuration files before making any significant changes.

This procedure works specifically for Lightsail instances using Bitnami stacks, so ensure you're following these steps according to your environment.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue of your site rendering from the default Apache page instead of your htdocs folder on your Lightsail instance. Stopping the conflicting Apache service, starting the Bitnami service, and ensuring your SSL configuration is correct will bring your website back to its intended state.

If you have any further questions or run into additional issues, don’t hesitate to reach out to the community or consult the official Bitnami and Letsencrypt documentation for more assistance.

Happy Hosting!