Deploy your Laravel app to DigitalOcean
Step-by-step deployment help for Laravel apps on DigitalOcean. We fix Laravel-specific deployment issues, configure DigitalOcean, and get your app live. From $19.
Laravel issues we fix before deploying
Common Laravel problems that affect DigitalOcean deployments.
Mass assignment vulnerabilities
Models without $fillable or $guarded properties, allowing attackers to modify sensitive fields like is_admin or role by including them in request data.
Missing middleware on routes
Routes that handle sensitive operations without auth, throttle, or verified middleware, exposing them to unauthenticated or abusive access.
N+1 query problems
Eloquent relationships accessed in Blade loops without eager loading (with()), generating hundreds of queries per page load.
Unvalidated request data
Controller methods using $request->all() directly without Form Request validation, allowing unexpected fields and data types into business logic.
DigitalOcean deployment issues we check for
Common DigitalOcean problems that break Laravel apps in production.
App Platform buildpack fails to detect framework
AI-generated project structures with non-standard entry points or missing start scripts cause DigitalOcean's buildpack to fail during auto-detection.
Managed database connection pool exhaustion
AI tools create a new database connection per request instead of using a connection pool, exhausting DigitalOcean's managed database connection limits quickly.
Droplet firewall not configured
Freshly provisioned Droplets have all ports open by default. AI deployment scripts skip firewall configuration, exposing SSH, database, and admin ports publicly.
Spaces CDN CORS not configured
DigitalOcean Spaces requires explicit CORS headers for browser-based uploads. AI-generated frontend code fails silently when uploading files directly to Spaces.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your Laravel project before deploying to DigitalOcean.
External Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerability check
- SSL/TLS configuration analysis
- Security header assessment
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerability analysis
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- Architecture review
- Expert + AI code analysis
Complete Bundle
Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.
- Everything in both products
- Cross-referenced findings
- Unified action plan
100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.
How it works
Tell us about your app
Share your project details and what you need help with.
Expert + AI audit
A human expert assisted by AI reviews your code within 24 hours.
Launch with confidence
We fix what needs fixing and stick around to help.
Frequently asked questions
How do I deploy a Laravel app to DigitalOcean?
We handle Laravel deployments to DigitalOcean end to end. Start with our code audit ($19) to identify deployment blockers specific to your Laravel project, then we configure DigitalOcean, fix issues, and get your app live in production.
What Laravel issues affect DigitalOcean deployments?
Laravel projects commonly have mass assignment vulnerabilities and missing middleware on routes. On DigitalOcean, these combine with app platform buildpack fails to detect framework and managed database connection pool exhaustion to cause deployment failures.
Can SpringCode deploy my Laravel project to DigitalOcean?
Yes. We specialize in deploying Laravel applications to DigitalOcean. We audit your codebase for Laravel-specific issues, configure DigitalOcean correctly, and handle the full deployment so your app runs reliably in production.
What does Laravel deployment to DigitalOcean cost?
Our code audit ($19) identifies all DigitalOcean deployment blockers in your Laravel project. Full deployment assistance is scoped with a fixed quote after the audit — no hourly billing or surprise charges.
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