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+title: Free Svelte and SvelteKit hosting with Appwrite Sites - Deploy and scale effortlessly
+description: Learn how to deploy your Svelte and SvelteKit app for free with Appwrite Sites.
+date: 2025-05-20
+cover: /images/blog/free-svelte-and-sveltekit-hosting/cover.png
+timeToRead: 3
+author: eldad-fux
+category: tutorial
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+Svelte and SvelteKit have gained traction among developers due to their efficient compilation, minimal runtime overhead, and built-in support for server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG). While deploying Svelte applications is straightforward, choosing a hosting solution that balances affordability, scalability, and developer-friendly features can be a challenge.
+
+**Appwrite Sites** provides a streamlined hosting experience tailored for modern web applications, including Svelte and SvelteKit. It offers features designed to enhance performance, security, and team collaboration. This article explores how Appwrite Sites simplifies deployment, integrates with Svelte's capabilities, and compares to other hosting options.
+
+# Why Appwrite Sites is ideal for Svelte and SvelteKit
+
+### 1. Free hosting without limitations
+
+For individual developers and startups, hosting costs can be a significant factor. Appwrite Sites removes this barrier by offering free hosting, allowing you to launch, test, and iterate on projects without upfront expenses. As your application scales, Appwrite provides a seamless path to grow alongside it.
+
+### 2. Optimized for both static and server-side rendering
+
+SvelteKit supports SSR and SSG, making it versatile for various use cases. Appwrite Sites accommodates both approaches, ensuring static sites benefit from fast global caching while SSR applications dynamically generate content when required. This flexibility allows developers to build anything from blogs to complex web applications with real-time content. Additionally, **Appwrite Functions** can add dynamic functionality to SSR applications.
+
+### 3. Speed-enhancing global CDN
+
+Fast load times are crucial for user experience and SEO. Appwrite Sites leverages a globally distributed **Content Delivery Network (CDN)** to cache and serve static assets efficiently, reducing latency and ensuring optimal performance no matter where your users are located.
+
+### 4. Built-in security and DDoS protection
+
+Security is paramount for modern web applications. Appwrite Sites includes **DDoS protection**, safeguarding applications against attacks by monitoring and mitigating malicious traffic. It also offers **custom domain management** with built-in SSL encryption, ensuring secure connections without additional configuration.
+
+### 5. Preview deployments for smoother collaboration
+
+Every update to your site generates a **deployment preview link**, making it easy to share and review changes before going live. This feature streamlines teamwork, allowing developers and stakeholders to validate updates in a staging environment before final deployment.
+
+### 6. Multiple deployment options
+
+Deploying your Svelte or SvelteKit application with Appwrite Sites is simple and flexible:
+
+- **Git-based deployments**: Automatically deploy updates when pushing changes to your main branch.
+- **CLI-based deployment**: Deploy manually with a single command:
+    
+    ```bash
+    appwrite deploy site
+    ```
+    
+- **Manual file uploads**: Upload static assets directly via the Appwrite Console.
+
+Appwrite also provides **starter templates** and example projects to help you get up and running quickly with minimal setup.
+
+### 7. Integrated backend services for dynamic applications
+
+Many Svelte applications require authentication, databases, and cloud functions. Appwrite Sites natively integrates with **Appwrite Auth**, **Appwrite Databases**, and **Appwrite Functions**, eliminating the need for external backend services and simplifying development.
+
+# How Appwrite Sites compares to other hosting platforms
+
+| Feature | Appwrite Sites | Vercel | Netlify |
+| --- | --- | --- | --- |
+| Free hosting | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
+| Static site support | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
+| SSR support | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
+| Global CDN | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
+| DDoS protection | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
+| Deployment previews | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
+| Custom domains | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
+| Authentication | ✅ Appwrite Auth | ❌ No | ❌ Deprecated |
+| Database | ✅ Appwrite Databases | ❌ Third-party | ❌ Third-party |
+| Serverless functions | ✅ Appwrite Functions | ✅ Cloudflare workers | ✅ AWS Lambda |
+| Storage | ✅ Appwrite Storage | ✅ Cloudflare R2 | ❌ No |
+| Cloud messaging | ✅ Appwrite Messaging | ❌ No | ❌ No |
+| Realtime database | ✅ Appwrite Realtime | ❌ No | ❌ No |
+
+Unlike other platforms that depend on third-party integrations for authentication, databases, and serverless functions, Appwrite Sites provides these services natively, reducing complexity and ensuring tighter integration.
+
+For developers looking for a streamlined hosting solution that minimizes dependencies while delivering excellent performance, **Appwrite Sites** is a compelling choice. Get started today by visiting [**Appwrite Sites**](https://appwrite.io/sites).