Preview a static landing page before launch.
Static hosting
Free Static HTML Hosting
Static HTML hosting is perfect for pages that do not need a backend: prototypes, landing page drafts, generated UI, documentation exports, and client mockups. HTMLShare gives those static files an online preview link without a deployment pipeline.
Best for: Publish a static HTML page or folder as a preview link.
Create your link
Upload, paste, preview, and send one browser URL.
Upload static filesUse .html, .htm, or a ZIP project with assets.Paste static HTMLPaste self-contained HTML code and preview it online.
Source
index.html
Output
shareable URL
preview.htmlshare.dev/project/
Share a frontend prototype exported from an AI or design tool.
Host a static build folder long enough for QA to inspect it.
How to use free static html hosting
- 1
Identify the static entry file
Use index.html as the entry point when you upload a folder or ZIP.
- 2
Bundle local assets
Include CSS, JavaScript, image, and font folders when the HTML references them.
- 3
Create the static preview
Publish the static output and open the generated link.
- 4
Share for review
Send the URL to reviewers and keep production deployment separate.
What counts as static HTML
Static HTML can include CSS, client-side JavaScript, images, fonts, and prebuilt assets. It should not require a server-rendered backend to display the page.
Static preview vs static production hosting
Preview hosting is optimized for speed and review. Production static hosting is better when the page needs a permanent URL, custom domain, analytics, redirects, and search indexing.
Common upload mistakes
The most common issue is zipping the wrong folder level. Make sure index.html and the asset folders are in the same relative relationship they have locally.
HTMLShare vs other options
OptionBest forTradeoff
HTMLShare
Fast browser links for HTML files, ZIP projects, AI-generated pages, and review workflows.
Best for previews and lightweight sharing, not a replacement for a production release platform with custom infrastructure.
GitHub Pages
Repository-backed static sites where the code should live in public Git.
Requires Git setup and is slower when the job is simply to send one file to a reviewer.
Netlify or Vercel
Production sites that need CI/CD, framework builds, redirects, environment variables, or custom domains.
More setup than most single-file previews, client drafts, or temporary HTML links need.
FAQ
Can static HTML include JavaScript?
Yes, client-side JavaScript can run in a static preview when files and paths are included correctly.
Can I host a static HTML folder?
Yes. Package the folder as a ZIP and include index.html plus assets.
Is this good for a real website?
It is best for previews. Use production hosting for a long-lived website with a custom domain.
Do I need a build command?
No. Upload already-built static output rather than source code that needs compilation.
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