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So what is a "static" website?
A static website is made of pre-built files — HTML for structure, CSS for styling, and JavaScript for interactivity. Every visitor gets the same files, delivered directly from a server with no processing in between.
Unlike WordPress or PHP sites that build each page on the fly (querying databases, running server code), static sites are already built. This makes them faster, more secure, and cheaper to host — which is why so many people convert WordPress to a static site in the first place.
If your site doesn't need a backend database or server-side logic, it's probably static — and you're overpaying for traditional hosting.
Why static website hosting just works
No servers to manage, no databases to secure, no complexity to wrestle with. Static hosting is the simplest, fastest, most secure way to put a website online.
Lightning Fast
No database queries or server processing. Files are served directly from edge locations worldwide, delivering sub-second load times.
Inherently Secure
No server-side code means no SQL injection, no server exploits, no security patches. Static sites have a minimal attack surface by design.
Costs Almost Nothing
No application servers, no databases, no backend infrastructure. Static hosting is dramatically cheaper — and free on dplooy.
Scales Effortlessly
Whether you get 10 visitors or 10,000, static files are served the same way. No server crashes, no scaling configuration needed.
Zero Maintenance
No OS updates, no runtime patches, no dependency vulnerabilities. Deploy and forget — your site just works.
SEO Optimized
Faster load times and reliable uptime directly improve search rankings. Static sites consistently score higher on Core Web Vitals.
How to host a static website for free
From files on your computer to a live website in under 60 seconds.
Upload your files
Drag and drop your HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and asset files. Or upload a ZIP of your entire project. Choose a custom URL for your site.
We handle the rest
dplooy provisions your SSL certificate, deploys to our global CDN, and configures your custom subdomain — all automatically in seconds.
Your site is live
Share your URL, track analytics, and manage your site from the dashboard. Update anytime by re-uploading or using the built-in code editor.
Deploy Complete!
Your static site is now live
Your URL
https://my-site.dplooy.com
Deploy static websites your way
Whether you prefer drag and drop or automated CI/CD, dplooy fits your workflow — including output from any of the major static site generators.
- 01
Drag & Drop
Upload individual HTML, CSS, JS files directly from your computer
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ZIP Upload
Package your entire website as a ZIP and deploy in one go
- 03
GitHub Integration
Connect your repo, build framework projects automatically, and auto-deploy on push
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API & CLI
Deploy from scripts, CI/CD pipelines, or AI tools via REST API
What can you host?
If it's built with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript — it belongs on dplooy.
Portfolio Sites
Showcase your work with a fast, beautiful website
Landing Pages
Launch marketing campaigns and product pages
Documentation
Host API docs, guides, and knowledge bases
Business Websites
Professional company pages and brochure sites
Student Projects
Course assignments, thesis pages, and demos
E-commerce Storefronts
Static product catalogs with payment links
Where static hosting stops
Pure static files can't receive anything. That is the honest trade for the speed and the security — and it's usually the point where people give up and go back to a database. Each of these gaps is closed by something dplooy runs for you, on the same hosted site.
A contact form has nowhere to post
Dplooy Forms
Plus & ProPoint the form at an endpoint we host. Submissions land in an inbox you can search and export, with spam filtering and an email on every entry.
How it worksNothing can take a booking
Dplooy Bookings
Plus & ProAn embeddable booking widget with approval, correct timezone handling, and email to both sides across the whole request-to-decision lifecycle.
How it worksChanging a price means re-editing HTML
Dplooy Data
Every planKeep repeating content — services, menus, testimonials — in editable collections. Change a row and the live page follows, with no redeploy.
How it worksNo one is there to answer a question
AI Chatbot
Plus & ProA chatbot grounded in your own site's content, injected into the page at serve time. No script to wire up, no second subscription.
How it worksStart hosting static websites for free
No credit card and no trial period — the free plan stays free. Free sites run for 3 days before they expire; upgrade whenever you want one to stay up permanently.
The actual numbers
No asterisks. Free sites expire three days after you deploy them — upgrade any time and they stay up for good.
| Specification | Free | Plus | Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hosted sites | 3 | 25 | Unlimited |
| Account storage | 50 MB | 500 MB | 5 GB |
| Max file size | 5 MB | 50 MB | 100 MB |
| Site expiry | 3 days | Never | Never |
| Free SSL | Included | Included | Included |
| Global CDN | Included | Included | Included |
| dplooy.com subdomain | Included | Included | Included |
| Deploy history | Not included | 1 version per site | 3 per site |
| Your own domain | Not included | Not included | Included |
Storage is counted across your whole account, sites and media library together. Full plan comparison.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about static website hosting.
What is static website hosting?
Static website hosting serves pre-built HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files directly to visitors without any server-side processing. Unlike dynamic hosting (WordPress, PHP), there are no databases or server scripts — just fast, secure file delivery. If your website doesn't need a backend, static hosting is faster, cheaper, and more secure.
Is static hosting really free?
Yes! dplooy's free plan includes 3 hosted websites, 50MB storage, free SSL certificates, and custom subdomains. No credit card required, no hidden fees, no ads on your site. Free sites expire 3 days after deployment; upgrading to Plus ($4.99/mo) or Pro ($12.99/mo) removes the expiry and raises the storage limits.
What files can I host?
You can host HTML files, CSS stylesheets, JavaScript files, images (JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, SVG), fonts, PDFs, and any other static assets. You can upload individual files, ZIP archives, or deploy from GitHub.
Can I use my own domain?
Free and Plus users get a custom subdomain (yoursite.dplooy.com). Pro plan supports custom domains — connect any domain you own with automatic SSL provisioning.
How is this different from GitHub Pages or Netlify?
dplooy focuses on simplicity. No build steps, no CLI tools, no YAML config files. Just drag and drop your files and you're live. We also include a visual site builder, built-in code editor, analytics, password protection, and AI chatbot — features that competitors charge extra for or don't offer.
Can I host React, Vue, or other framework sites?
Yes! After building your framework project (npm run build), upload the output folder (usually dist/ or build/). dplooy serves the static output files. Or skip the local build entirely: deploy from GitHub and the build pipeline dplooy sets up for you builds your project automatically on every push.
Do I need to know how to code?
No! You can use our visual site builder with 50+ templates to create a website without writing any code. If you do code, upload your files directly. Either way, no command line or technical knowledge is required.
How fast will my website load?
Static sites on dplooy load extremely fast because files are served directly from our global CDN — no database queries or server processing. Most sites achieve sub-second load times and score 90+ on Google PageSpeed.
More on static web hosting
Longer reads on choosing a generator, moving off another host, and getting a static site online for the first time.
- 01How to host a websiteThe beginner's walkthrough, from files to a live address.
- 02How to host an HTML websiteGet a single HTML file online in about a minute.
- 03Best static site generatorsHugo, Jekyll, Astro, Next.js and friends, compared.
- 04Convert WordPress to a static siteDrop the database and serve the same pages as files.
- 05JAMstack hosting explainedWhere static files, APIs, and markup fit together.
- 06Migrating from NetlifyMove an existing static deploy across without downtime.
Browse every hosting guide, or see how dplooy compares to other static hosts.
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