GitHub Pages
Websites for you and your projects.
Overview
GitHub Pages is a static site hosting service that takes HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files straight from a repository on GitHub, optionally runs the files through a build process, and publishes a website. You can host your site on GitHub's `github.io` domain or on your own custom domain.
✨ Key Features
- Free hosting
- Custom domains
- Jekyll support
- Easy to use
- Integrated with GitHub
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Completely free for public repositories.
- Deeply integrated with the GitHub workflow.
- Simple and easy to use.
Unique Value: The easiest and most affordable way to host a static website, directly from your GitHub repository.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Creating a personal blog with Jekyll
- Hosting the documentation for an open-source project
- Building a simple portfolio website
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Dynamic websites
- E-commerce sites
- Applications requiring a database
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a simpler and more integrated experience for GitHub users compared to other static site hosting platforms, and is completely free for public repositories.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (GitHub Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free for public repositories.
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