Canvas Builder + Netlify
Netlify is one of the best platforms for deploying Canvas Builder's static HTML output. Git-push deployments, built-in form handling, serverless functions, and a generous free tier make it ideal for marketing sites, portfolios, and landing pages.
Use cases
- Deploy Canvas Builder sites via Git push
- Built-in form handling for contact and lead forms
- Serverless functions for form processing and APIs
- A/B testing with Netlify's split testing
- Netlify CMS for client-editable content
How it works
Create a Netlify site
Drag and drop your Canvas Builder HTML folder onto Netlify's dashboard, or connect your Git repository. Netlify detects the static files and deploys automatically.
Configure forms and functions
Add netlify attributes to your HTML forms for built-in form handling (no backend required). Add serverless functions in /netlify/functions/ for form processing, email sending, or API integrations.
Set up continuous deployment
Connect your Git repository. Every push to main triggers a production deploy. Every branch gets a preview deploy URL. Review changes before merging to production.
Add your custom domain
Add your domain in Netlify's domain management. Netlify provisions a free SSL certificate via Let's Encrypt and configures DNS. Your site is live in minutes.
Benefits
- Free tier: 100GB bandwidth, 300 build minutes/month
- Built-in form handling without a backend
- Automatic HTTPS with Let's Encrypt
- Instant rollbacks and deploy previews
- Netlify CMS for client-friendly content editing
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Netlify for a Canvas Builder site with contact forms?
Yes, Netlify's built-in form handling is one of its best features for Canvas Builder sites. Add data-netlify='true' to your HTML form element and submissions appear in Netlify's dashboard. No backend required.
Is Netlify's free tier enough for a business site?
Netlify's free tier includes 100GB bandwidth/month, 300 build minutes, and form submissions (100/month on the free tier). This is sufficient for most small business sites with moderate traffic.
Start with Canvas Builder
Generate production-ready Bootstrap 5 HTML for your Netlify project in about 3 minutes.
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