Vercel

Deploy frontend apps with zero config — git push and it's live.

What is Vercel?

Vercel is the cloud platform behind Next.js and the default choice for deploying modern frontend applications. Connect a Git repository and every push gets its own preview deployment with a shareable URL; merging to main ships to a global edge network automatically. The platform handles builds, CDN caching, serverless and edge functions, image optimization, and analytics without any infrastructure configuration. Its AI SDK and marketplace integrations have also made it a hub for building AI applications. The free Hobby tier is generous enough to run real side projects, and the Pro plan adds team collaboration, more compute, and observability.

Key Features

Git-connected deployments with automatic preview URLs per branch

Global edge network with smart CDN caching

Serverless and edge functions with zero config

First-party Next.js support plus all major frameworks

Built-in image optimization, analytics, and observability

Use Cases

Ship a Next.js or React app to production in minutes
Share preview deployments with stakeholders on every PR
Run API routes and edge middleware without managing servers
Host marketing sites, docs, and dashboards on one platform

How to Use Vercel

1Sign up with GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket
2Import a repository — Vercel detects the framework automatically
3Push a branch to get a preview deployment URL
4Merge to your production branch to deploy live

Best For

Frontend and full-stack JavaScript teamsNext.js projectsIndie hackers shipping side projects

FAQ

Is Vercel free?

The Hobby plan is free for personal, non-commercial projects and includes deployments, serverless functions, and a global CDN. Commercial use requires the Pro plan at $20 per user per month.

Does Vercel only work with Next.js?

No. Vercel supports 40+ frameworks including React, Vue, Nuxt, Svelte, Astro, and Remix — though Next.js gets the deepest platform integration since Vercel created it.

Can I run a backend on Vercel?

Serverless and edge functions cover APIs and middleware, but Vercel does not host long-running servers or databases. Teams typically pair it with Neon, Supabase, or Railway for the data layer.

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