Deploy to the World.

From localhost to a real URL in minutes. Vercel, Netlify, Replit hosting — put your app on the internet.

After this lesson you'll know

What "deploying" actually means (it is simpler than you think)
Three hosting platforms and which one to pick
How to go from "it works on my computer" to "anyone can use it"
How to get a custom domain name for your app

The Basics

Deploying = putting your app on the internet.

Right now, your app lives on your computer. Only you can see it. "Deploying" just means copying it to a server on the internet so anyone with the link can use it. Think of it like the difference between a document on your desktop and one you share via Google Drive.

The word "deploy" sounds intimidating, but in 2026, it is genuinely a few clicks. The platforms we are about to cover handle all the hard stuff — servers, security certificates, global distribution — automatically. You click a button. Your app goes live.

Your Options

Three platforms, all free to start.

REPLIT

Replit Deploy (Easiest)

If you built your app on Replit, deployment is one click. Your app is already running on their servers. Just click "Deploy" and share the URL. Free tier available with some limitations on always-on.

VERCEL

Vercel (Most popular)

The gold standard for web app hosting. Connect your GitHub account, push your code, and Vercel automatically deploys. Free tier is generous — great for most projects. Used by huge companies and solo builders alike.

NETLIFY

Netlify (Great alternative)

Similar to Vercel. Drag and drop your project folder to deploy. Excellent for static sites and simpler apps. Generous free tier. Very beginner-friendly interface.

Which one should I pick?

If you used Replit to build, deploy on Replit. If you used Cursor or Claude Code, use Vercel or Netlify. If you are not sure, Vercel is the safest default. All three are free to start.

The Process

Let AI handle the deployment.

The fastest way to deploy? Tell your AI coding tool to do it. Here are the prompts:

Deploy prompts — use the one that matches your setup

# If using Vercel:
"Help me deploy this project to Vercel. Walk me
through connecting my GitHub repo and deploying."

# If using Netlify:
"Help me deploy this to Netlify. I want to drag and
drop my project folder to get it live."

# If using Replit:
"Deploy this Repl so anyone with the link can use
it. Make sure it stays running."

AI will walk you through the specific steps for your project. Different types of apps (static HTML, React, Next.js) have slightly different deployment steps, but AI knows the right process for each one.

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