diff --git a/dockerfile b/dockerfile
index 08dfef7..298e553 100644
--- a/dockerfile
+++ b/dockerfile
@@ -25,5 +25,8 @@ RUN pnpm build
 
 EXPOSE 3000
 
+# Ensure env exists (optional safety for containers)
+RUN if [ ! -f .env ] && [ -f .env.example ]; then cp .env.example .env; fi
+
 # Using the path confirmed in your previous logs
 CMD ["node", "dist/src/main.js"]
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