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Prerequisites: - Node.js version 19 or higher - A documentation workspace with a docs.json file
Use this workflow to preview the docs site while you edit Hostifer content.
1

Install the Mintlify CLI

npm i -g mint
2

Start a local preview

Navigate to the documentation folder and run:
mint dev
Your local preview is available at http://localhost:3000.

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Custom ports

Mintlify uses port 3000 by default. Change it with the --port flag when needed. 
mint dev --port 3333
If port 3000 is busy, Mintlify picks the next available port automatically. 
Port 3000 is already in use. Trying 3001 instead.
Run the broken link check before you publish changes. 
mint broken-links

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What the guide section covers

Use the guide pages to explain Hostifer onboarding and the docs workflow.

Quickstart

Walk through account setup, project creation, and your first deployment.

API introduction

Review auth headers, SSE logs, and webhook expectations.

Docs settings

Understand the docs site configuration in docs.json.

Navigation

Organize the docs sidebar for new pages.

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Troubleshooting

Make sure you are running mint dev from the directory that contains docs.json.
Remove the page from navigation or replace the starter content with Hostifer content.

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Helpful references

Global settings

Learn how the docs site is configured.