Create Your Own MongoDB Atlas Database (Step by Step)

To run the Zezo OTT API, you need your own MongoDB database. We recommend using MongoDB Atlas, which is a fully managed and reliable cloud database.

Follow the steps below to create your MongoDB Atlas account and database.

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Step 1: Create a MongoDB Atlas Account

Go to the official MongoDB Atlas website: 👉 https://www.mongodb.com/atlas

Click on Try Free or Sign Up, then create your account using email, Google, or GitHub.

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Step 2: Create a New Project

After logging in, MongoDB Atlas will ask you to create a project.

• Enter a project name (for example: Zezo-OTT)
• Click Next and finish the setup

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Step 3: Create a Cluster

Now create your database cluster:

1. Click on Create Button
2. Choose the Free Shared Cluster (Free)
3. Select your preferred cloud provider and region
4. Click Create Deployment

⏳ It may take a few minutes for the cluster to be ready.

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Step 4: Create a Database User

1. Click on Create Database User and make sure copy your username or password
2. Click on Choose a connection method
3. Click on Drivers…
4. Click on Copy button to copy your database URL
5. Click on Done

Make sure to keep these credentials safe—you’ll need them later.

This is your database URL. Make sure to copy it and save it in a safe place—we’ll need it later.

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Step 5: Allow Network Access

To allow your Zezo OTT API to connect to MongoDB:

1. Click on Database & Network Access
2. Click on IP Access List
3. Click on Edit
4. Choose Allow Access from Anywhere (0.0.0.0/0) (You can restrict this later for better security)
5. Click on Confirm

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Step 6: Add Connection URL to Environment Variables

Now, take the MongoDB connection string you received from MongoDB Atlas.

DB_CONNECTION=mongodb+srv://svstringbeatz_db_user:<db_password>@cluster0.upw8ac2.mongodb.net/?appName=Cluster0

Before using it, make sure to add your database name to the connection URL. You can add it after the / and before the ?.

Example:

DB_CONNECTION=mongodb+srv://svstringbeatz_db_user:<db_password>@cluster0.upw8ac2.mongodb.net/zezo-ott?appName=Cluster0

Once this is added, save the environment variable.

✅ That’s it! Your MongoDB database is now properly configured and connected to the Zezo OTT API, and you’re ready to move on to the next steps 🚀