Acquia Search cannot be used in Front End Hosting - Basic applications.
Node.js runtime is not available in Front End Hosting - Basic applications.
Caching options
For caching, you can implement Cloud Platform CDN with the static site.
Static sites
Fully static sites include HTML, CSS, and JavaScript but do not include a backend database or server-side scripting. These sites are pre-built during development and are served directly by a web server or Content Delivery Network (CDN) without server-side processing.
Static sites are particularly well-suited for scenarios where content does not need to be dynamically altered by user interactions or database content.
The following table lists the benefits of using static sites:
Use Case
Benefits of Static sites
Simplicity and performance
Faster load times because of bypassing database queries and server-side processing.
Reduced hosting costs because of absence of backend server complexities
Security
Reduced Attack Vector because static sites have smaller attack surface and do not utilize databases or server-side scripts that can be executed dynamically.
Informational or marketing sites
Enhanced experience with landing pages and brochure sites because of quick load times and simplicity.
Personal or portfolio websites
Ideal for showcasing the work of artists, photographers, and designers.
Ideal for hosting an online resume.
Event or product launch websites
Suitable for promotional campaigns that require solid performance during high traffic spikes.
Documentation
Suitable for technical documentation sites.
Blogs
Suitable for simple blogs that do not need frequent updates.
Small businesses
Front End Hosting - Basic
Acquia provides Front End Hosting - Basic to help you effortlessly build and host your fully static sites on Cloud Platform.
Front End Hosting - Basic applications in Cloud Platform provide:
Ease of building and hosting your static sites in Cloud Platform
Suitable solution for static content such as events, landing pages, and product launch sites
Acquia Search cannot be used in Front End Hosting - Basic applications.
Node.js runtime is not available in Front End Hosting - Basic applications.
Caching options
For caching, you can implement Cloud Platform CDN with the static site.
Static sites
Fully static sites include HTML, CSS, and JavaScript but do not include a backend database or server-side scripting. These sites are pre-built during development and are served directly by a web server or Content Delivery Network (CDN) without server-side processing.
Static sites are particularly well-suited for scenarios where content does not need to be dynamically altered by user interactions or database content.
The following table lists the benefits of using static sites:
Use Case
Benefits of Static sites
Simplicity and performance
Faster load times because of bypassing database queries and server-side processing.
Reduced hosting costs because of absence of backend server complexities
Security
Reduced Attack Vector because static sites have smaller attack surface and do not utilize databases or server-side scripts that can be executed dynamically.
Informational or marketing sites
Enhanced experience with landing pages and brochure sites because of quick load times and simplicity.
Personal or portfolio websites
Ideal for showcasing the work of artists, photographers, and designers.
Ideal for hosting an online resume.
Event or product launch websites
Suitable for promotional campaigns that require solid performance during high traffic spikes.
Documentation
Suitable for technical documentation sites.
Blogs
Suitable for simple blogs that do not need frequent updates.
Small businesses
Suitable for small business websites that need a few static pages to share information about their products, services, location, and operational hours.
SEO landing pages
Preferred for SEO landing pages because of quick load times.
Educational websites
Suitable for hosting course materials or reference content without interactivity.
Limited connectivity
Beneficial in scenarios with inconsistent internet connectivity.
Temporary sites
Suitable for short-term events such as weddings or conferences.
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Suitable for small business websites that need a few static pages to share information about their products, services, location, and operational hours.
SEO landing pages
Preferred for SEO landing pages because of quick load times.
Educational websites
Suitable for hosting course materials or reference content without interactivity.
Limited connectivity
Beneficial in scenarios with inconsistent internet connectivity.
Temporary sites
Suitable for short-term events such as weddings or conferences.
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