Built with Bolt.new? Deploy it to DigitalOcean.
Step-by-step deployment help for Bolt.new-built apps on DigitalOcean. We fix deployment issues, configure DigitalOcean correctly, and get your app live in production. From $19.
Bolt.new issues we fix before deploying
Problems specific to Bolt.new's code generation that affect DigitalOcean deployments.
Hardcoded credentials in source
Bolt frequently embeds API keys, database URLs, and service credentials directly in source files rather than using environment variables.
No authentication or authorization
Bolt prototypes rarely include auth. Routes and API endpoints are completely unprotected, allowing anyone to access or modify data.
Incomplete error handling
Happy-path-only code that crashes on edge cases. Network failures, empty states, and invalid data cause unhandled exceptions and blank screens.
Missing loading and error states
Async operations show no loading indicators, and failed requests show no error messages — leaving users staring at a blank or frozen screen.
DigitalOcean deployment issues we check for
Common DigitalOcean problems that break AI-generated 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 Bolt.new 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
Can you deploy a Bolt.new-built app to DigitalOcean?
Yes. We regularly deploy Bolt.new-generated projects to DigitalOcean. We handle the platform-specific configuration, fix deployment errors, and ensure your app runs reliably in production on DigitalOcean.
What DigitalOcean issues do Bolt.new projects typically have?
Bolt.new projects commonly have hardcoded credentials in source and no authentication or authorization. When deploying to DigitalOcean, these combine with platform-specific issues like app platform buildpack fails to detect framework and managed database connection pool exhaustion.
How do I get my Bolt.new project live on DigitalOcean?
Start with our code audit ($19) to get a prioritized list of deployment blockers. For Bolt.new-built projects targeting DigitalOcean, the typical path is: fix Bolt.new-specific code issues, configure DigitalOcean settings correctly, then deploy. We provide a fixed quote after the audit.
Can you handle the full deployment of my Bolt.new app to DigitalOcean?
Yes. We handle end-to-end deployment: auditing your Bolt.new codebase, fixing deployment blockers, configuring DigitalOcean correctly, setting up environment variables, and getting your app live in production. Start with our code audit ($19).
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