If you're looking to host your static HTML, CSS, and JS websites on Variable Hosting, this guide will walk you through the process of setting up a Node.js server. By leveraging the power of Node.js, you can easily serve your static files and take advantage of additional features such as caching, compression, and more. Let's get started! Prerequisites: An active account with Variable Hosting. Access to your Pterodactyl server's management panel. Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JS. Familiarity with the command line. Step 1: Accessing the Pterodactyl Panel Log in to your Variable Hosting account. Navigate to the Pterodactyl panel, which allows you to manage your servers. Step 2: Uploading Your Website Files Access the file manager for your newly created Node.js server. Upload your static website files, including HTML, CSS, JS, and any other assets, to the appropriate directory. Ensure that your main HTML file is named "index.html" or configure the server to serve a different default file if needed. Step 3: Setting Up the Node.js Server 3. Next, install the Express.js framework, which simplifies the process of serving static files: npm install express Create a new file named index.js and open it in a text editor. Add the following code to set up a basic Express server: const express = require('express'); const app = express(); const port = 3000; // Change this port number of your server // Serve static files from the 'public' directory app.use(express.static('public')); // Start the server app.listen(port, () => {  console.log(`Server is running on port ${port}`); }); Save the index.js file. Step 5: Starting the Node.js Server Simply click on the start button. In case you named your index.js file to something else, you can always change that in the startup tab then "JS File". You should see a message indicating that the server is running on the specified port. Access your website by entering the server's IP address or domain name followed by the chosen port number (e.g., http://your-domain.com:3000). Step 6: Linking your Domain to Website Assuming that you re using CloudFlare just create a CNAME record that points to forward.variable-hosting.com Head into proxy.variable-hosting.com and login with your account given Go to hosts > proxy hosts > add proxy host Provide your domain name that you pointed to forward.variable-hosting.com previously, scheme field should be left as it is, Forward hostname is your server address .variable-hosting.com, forward port in the port given at the end of server address .variable-hosting.com: Head to SSL section and choose "Request a new SSL certificate", then provide your email and agree to Let's Encrypt terms of service. Congratulations! You've successfully set up a Node.js server on Variable Hosting to host your static HTML, CSS, and JS website. By following these steps, you can now serve your website files efficiently and take advantage of Node.js features. Feel free to explore additional functionalities offered by Node.js and customize the server to meet your specific requirements. Happy hosting!