Ruby is a dynamic, open-source programming language used for many application types. TheSetup Ruby Apptool available with your Ruby hosting helps configure and manage applications when enabled for your account.
Deploy Ruby in cPanel:
Sign in to cPanel. Click the icon Setup Ruby App »
Choose a compatible Ruby version, application directory and application URL, then click Setup ».
After setup, the application settings appear:
App Directory: the directory containing the application source. If you need to move it, follow your hosting provider’s procedure; updating a directory name alone may not update the application configuration.
App URI: the domain or URL where the application is served.
Ruby Version lets you select the application’s Ruby version.
Modules : install available dependencies. You may also manage dependencies through the activated environment in SSH.
Execute Command: run a command in the Ruby environment from the interface, where available.
Command for entering the virtual environment: use this activation command when working through Terminal or SSH.
The controls Update, Reset, Restart, Remove: apply changes, reset settings, restart or remove the configured application, respectively. Review the interface’s confirmation before using destructive controls.
Use the relevant edit controls to update the application or Ruby version. To apply changes, click Update . To remove the configured application, click Remove in its settings. For dependency management, click Show next to Modules and search for the required package. Select it to view available versions.
Choose the required version and click Add. To complete installation, click Update.
Check the result and troubleshoot
The startup file, language version and dependencies must match your application. Keep secrets out of public files. After installing dependencies, restart the application and check its logs if it does not respond.
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Sources accessed on October 11, 2026. Available features depend on your hosting version and options.