Running Jenkins behind an Apache reverse proxy

The Apache HTTP Server Project (referred to as Apache) was first released to the public in April 1995. Apache represents a cornerstone of the Internet and is highly acclaimed. Since its initial release, Apache has become one of the most widely adopted web server platforms around the world. Apache thrives to this day, and has a vast array of modules that extend its functionality.

Running Jenkins on a nonstandard web port is a limitation that you may wish to address. It requires users to specify the port as part of the URL, which can become a hassle to manage. To address this concern, it's useful to run Jenkins behind an Apache proxy. Apache provides an extensive set of features that can benefit Jenkins ...

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