A local file works in the browser but cannot be shared as a file path.
HTML publishing guide
Upload HTML and view it online
Uploading HTML and viewing it online is the fastest way to move a local page into a review workflow. The key is preserving any linked assets instead of uploading only part of the project.
Quick answer
Upload a self-contained HTML file directly. If the page uses local CSS, JavaScript, images, or fonts, upload a ZIP with the same folder structure.
Real use cases
A freelancer wants a client to review a page without a hosting setup.
A QA reviewer needs to open the same static output as the developer.
Steps
1
Inspect dependencies
Look for link, script, img, video, font, and CSS url() references that point to local files.
2
Package the project
For multi-file pages, zip the folder with index.html at the expected entry level.
3
Publish and verify
Upload to HTMLShare, open the preview, and check the console and network behavior if something looks broken.
Examples
Inline HTML
A newsletter mockup has inline CSS and no images. Upload the HTML file directly.
Static folder
A Vite export or AI-generated page has assets in folders. Upload a ZIP so paths remain valid.
Practical tips
- Use relative paths.
- Avoid spaces and unusual characters in asset filenames when possible.
- Keep index.html easy to find.
- Open the preview in a fresh browser tab.
Common mistakes
- Uploading a ZIP where index.html is buried too deeply.
- Forgetting image folders.
- Using absolute machine paths.
Best practices
- Send one URL with a short review checklist.
- Create a new preview for important versions.
- Use production hosting for public launches.
FAQ
Can I use HTMLShare for uploading HTML and viewing it online?
Yes, when the page is static HTML, CSS, JavaScript, images, or a ZIP project. Use production hosting when you need a custom domain, server code, authentication, or long-term operations.
Should I upload one HTML file or a ZIP?
Use one HTML file only when the page is self-contained. Use a ZIP when the page references local CSS, JavaScript, images, fonts, or other files.
Will reviewers need to install anything?
No. The goal is to send a normal browser link so clients, teammates, QA, and stakeholders can review the page without opening local files.
Turn the HTML into a link
HTMLShare supports the upload-and-view workflow for static HTML files and ZIP projects, producing a link you can share with reviewers.