Deploy frontend apps with zero configuration.
Vercel is a cloud hosting platform specialising in frontend frameworks and serverless functions, used via web interface and CLI. It provides zero-configuration deployments for Next.js, React, Vue, Svelte, and other modern frameworks — push to GitHub and your site is live within seconds. Every pull request generates a unique preview URL for stakeholder review. Vercel's edge network spans 70+ regions, serving static assets and edge functions from the location nearest each visitor. The generous free Hobby tier covers personal projects and prototypes; Pro plans add team features, higher limits, and analytics. It is the preferred deployment platform for Next.js applications, especially at the indie and startup scale.
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Best for frontend developers who want instant, git-connected deployments with no DevOps overhead.
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