Apache HTTP Server (commonly called Apache) is one of the most widely used open-source web servers in the world. It allows your Ubuntu server to serve websites over HTTP/HTTPS, meaning it delivers web pages, images, and applications to users’ browsers when they visit your domain or IP.
Here’s a clear, practical step-by-step guide to install Apache on Ubuntu 26.04 (latest LTS-style workflow).

Step 1: Update System Packages

Before installing anything, update your package index:
# sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y

Step 2: Install Apache

This installs the Apache HTTP Server along with required dependencies.
# sudo apt install apache2 -y

Step 3: Start and Enable Apache

You should start and enabled Apache service.
# sudo systemctl start apache2
# sudo systemctl enable apache2

Check status:

You should see active (running)
# sudo systemctl status apache2

Step 4: Allow Firewall (Important)

If you’re using UFW: Then run following commands
# sudo ufw allow ‘Apache’
# sudo ufw enable
# sudo ufw status
# sudo ufw reload

Step 5: Test Apache in Browser

Open your browser and visit:
# http://your-server-ip

You should see the Apache default page (It works!)

Step 7: Important Apache Commands (Bonus)

Done!

Your Apache server is now fully installed and running on Ubuntu 26.04.
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