Simpler setup
Pond focuses on doing one thing well: hosting files and static sites. No complex features to navigate.
Pond vs Static.app
A simpler alternative to
Static.app.
Static.app is feature-rich but can be complex. Pond offers a simpler, more focused experience for hosting files and static sites. Clean interface, straightforward pricing.
- Simpler setup
- Clean interface
- Fast CDN
- Clear pricing
Feature comparison
| Feature | Pond | Static.app |
|---|---|---|
Interface Ease of use | SupportedSimple and focused | PartialMore complex |
Free storage Storage on free tier | Supported5MB total | Supported50MB total |
Pricing Cost structure | SupportedSimple tiers | PartialCan be complex |
Custom domains Use your own domain | SupportedPaid plans | SupportedAvailable |
Password protection Restrict access | SupportedAll plans | SupportedAvailable |
SSL certificates HTTPS security | SupportedFree | SupportedFree |
Form submissions Handle form data | UnsupportedNot available | SupportedBuilt-in |
Code editor Edit code in browser | UnsupportedNot available | SupportedBuilt-in |
Why choose Pond over Static.app?
A simpler, more focused approach to static hosting
Clean interface
A modern, minimal dashboard that gets out of your way. Upload, share, done.
Clear pricing
Simple pricing tiers without complex add-ons. Know exactly what you're paying for.
Fast global CDN
Both platforms offer CDN delivery. Your content loads fast for visitors worldwide.
Password protection
Protect your sites and files with passwords. Available on all plans.
Generous paid plans
While Static.app has a larger free tier, Pond's paid plans offer excellent value with larger storage limits.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about static website hosting and deployment
Static website hosting serves pre-built HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files without server-side processing. This makes websites faster, more secure, and cheaper to host than dynamic sites. Pond handles all the infrastructure so you just upload your files and go live.
Upload your HTML files and assets to Pond: drag and drop a folder or ZIP archive. Your website goes live instantly with a shareable link. Upgrade to connect a custom domain for a professional URL, and Pond handles SSL certificates automatically.
Pond works with any static site generator or JavaScript framework including React, Vue, Next.js (static export), Nuxt, Astro, Svelte, Angular, Gatsby, Hugo, Jekyll, Eleventy, and more. If it outputs HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files, you can host it on Pond.
Build your React app (npm run build), then upload the build folder to Pond. Your React application goes live immediately. For SPAs, configure Pond to serve index.html for all routes to enable client-side routing.
Add your domain in the pond settings and update your DNS records to point to Pond (we provide the exact values). We automatically provision a free SSL certificate and your website goes live on your custom domain within minutes.
Yes, Pond provides free SSL certificates for all websites including custom domains. HTTPS is enabled automatically, with no configuration needed. Your visitors see the secure padlock icon and their data is encrypted in transit.
When you deploy an update, Pond automatically purges the CDN cache globally. Your visitors see the new version immediately without waiting for cache expiration. No manual cache clearing or TTL delays.
Yes, configure your pond to serve index.html for all routes, enabling client-side routing for React, Vue, Angular, and other SPA frameworks. This ensures deep links and browser refresh work correctly.
Static sites are faster (no server processing), more secure (no database or backend vulnerabilities), cheaper to host, and scale effortlessly to handle traffic spikes. Ideal for landing pages, marketing sites, documentation, blogs, and portfolios.
Yes, use our API to automate deployments from GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or any CI/CD pipeline. Deploy automatically on every push to your repository for seamless continuous deployment workflows.
Pond offers a free tier for static website hosting with 5MB total storage. Host your personal site, portfolio, or side project at no cost. Upgrade for additional storage, custom domains, and advanced features.
Your website stays online as long as your account is active. There are no automatic takedown periods; deploy once and your site remains live indefinitely. For free accounts, we ask that you log in occasionally to keep your account active.
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