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Canvas Builder + Vercel

Vercel provides fast global hosting with an edge CDN, automatic HTTPS, and Git-based deployments, ideal for Canvas Builder's static HTML output. Push to Git and your site updates in seconds. Vercel's free tier handles personal sites and small projects with zero config.

Use cases

  • Deploy Canvas Builder HTML sites in seconds
  • Global edge CDN for fast page loads worldwide
  • Preview deployments for every Git branch
  • Automatic HTTPS and custom domains
  • Instant rollbacks to any previous deployment

How it works

  1. Set up your project

    Create a new Vercel project and link your Git repository containing your Canvas Builder HTML files. Or use `npx vercel` from your local directory for instant deployment without Git.

  2. Configure build settings

    For static HTML sites, Vercel needs zero configuration. It automatically detects HTML files and serves them. No build step required: your Canvas Builder output deploys as-is.

  3. Deploy automatically

    Every push to your main branch triggers a production deployment. Every pull request gets a preview URL. Vercel deploys in under 10 seconds for static sites.

  4. Add a custom domain

    Add your domain in Vercel's dashboard. Vercel automatically provisions an SSL certificate and configures DNS. Your Canvas Builder site is now live on your custom domain with global CDN.

Benefits

  • Zero-config deployment for static HTML
  • Global edge CDN with 100+ nodes for sub-50ms TTFB
  • Automatic HTTPS with SSL certificates
  • Instant rollbacks to any deployment
  • Free tier for personal and hobby projects

Frequently asked questions

Is Vercel free for Canvas Builder sites?

Yes, Vercel's Hobby tier is free for personal, non-commercial sites. It includes unlimited deployments, custom domains, HTTPS, and edge CDN. Commercial projects may need the Pro tier ($20/month).

How does Vercel compare to Netlify for static sites?

Both are excellent for static hosting. Vercel has a slight edge for developer experience and edge CDN performance. Netlify has more built-in form handling and serverless functions. For pure Canvas Builder HTML, either works perfectly.

Start with Canvas Builder

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