# How to Install Django on Ubuntu 22.04

> URL: https://www.atlantic.net/dedicated-server-hosting/how-to-install-django-on-ubuntu-22-04/ | Published: 2024-04-22 | Updated: 2024-05-07 | Author: Hitesh Jethva

Django is a high-level Python web framework that encourages rapid development and clean, pragmatic design. It follows the Model-View-Controller (MVC) architectural pattern, although it’s often referred to as a Model-View-Template (MVT) framework because it technically uses templates rather than views. Its emphasis on simplicity, flexibility, and scalability makes it a popular choice among developers for web development projects.

In this tutorial, we will show you how to install the Django framework on Ubuntu 22.04.

## Step 1 – Install Required Dependencies

Before starting, you will need to install the latest version of Python and additional packages on your server.

First, install the software-properties-common package.

```
apt install software-properties-common -y
```

Then, add the Python repository.

```
add-apt-repository ppa:deadsnakes/ppa -y
```

Next, update the repository cache and install the latest version of Python using the following command:

```
apt update
apt install python3.10 -y
```

After the installation, you can verify the Python installation using the following command:

```
python3 --version
```

Output:

```
Python 3.10.12
```

Next, install some additional packages using the following command:

```
apt install python3-pip python3.10-venv -y
```

## Step 2 – Install Django

First, navigate to the /opt directory and create a Python virtual environment.

```
cd /opt
python3 -m venv django-venv
```

Next, activate the Python virtual environment.

```
source django-venv/bin/activate
```

Then install the Django using the PIP command:

```
pip3 install django
```

After the installation, you can verify the Django version using the following command:

```
django-admin --version
```

Output:

```
5.0.3
```

## Step 3 – Create a Django Project

Now, create a new Django project using the django-admin command:

```
django-admin startproject djangoproject .
```

Once the Django project is created, you can list all files and directories using the following command:

```
ls
```

Output:

```
djangoproject  django-venv  manage.py
```

Next, migrate the Django database using the command below:

```
python3 manage.py migrate
```

## Step 4 – Create a Django Superuser

Next, you will need to create a superuser to manage the Django admin dashboard. You can create it using the following command:

```
python3 manage.py createsuperuser
```

Set your admin user and password as shown below:

```
Username (leave blank to use 'root'): admin
Email address: admin@example.com
Password: 
Password (again): 
Superuser created successfully.
```

## Step 5 – Start Django Project

First, edit the Django configuration file and add your server IP in the allowed host.

```
nano djangoproject/settings.py
```

Change the following line:

```
ALLOWED_HOSTS = ['your-server-ip']
```

Save and close the file, and then start your Django project using the following command:

```
python3 manage.py runserver your-server-ip:8000
```

You will see the following output:

```
Watching for file changes with StatReloader
Performing system checks...

System check identified no issues (0 silenced).
March 24, 2024 - 07:50:10
Django version 5.0.3, using settings 'djangoproject.settings'
Starting development server at http://209.23.12.27:8000/
Quit the server with CONTROL-C.
```

## Step 6 – Access Django Project

At this point, your Django project is started and listening on port **8000.** You can now access it using the URL **http://your-server-ip:8000.** You will see the Django dashboard on the following page.

![](https://www.atlantic.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/p1-15.png)

You can also access your Django admin dashboard using the URL **http://your-server-ip:8000/admin.**

## Conclusion

By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can quickly set up Django and start building powerful web applications with ease. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting, Django’s robust framework and extensive documentation make it a valuable tool for any project. You can now test the Django application on [dedicated server hosting](https://www.atlantic.net/dedicated-server-hosting/) from Atlantic.Net!