Simply Static Pro

Simply Static Pro is a WordPress plugin that converts dynamic WordPress sites into static HTML files for deployment on any web server or hosting platform. This plugin enables users to generate a complete static version of their WordPress site, eliminating the need for a database or PHP processing on the hosting server, resulting in improved performance, enhanced security, and reduced server resource requirements.

Key Features

• Static Site Generation - Converts your entire WordPress site into static HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files that can be deployed anywhere
• One-Click Publishing - Streamlined process to generate and deploy your static site with minimal configuration
• Multiple Deployment Options - Supports deployment to various hosting platforms including Netlify, GitHub Pages, AWS S3, and traditional FTP/SFTP servers
• Automatic Regeneration - Schedules automatic site regeneration to keep your static files up-to-date with content changes
• Custom Domain Support - Configure custom domains and subdomains for your static site deployment
• URL Rewriting - Automatically rewrites internal links and URLs to work correctly in the static environment
• Selective Page Inclusion - Choose which pages, posts, and custom post types to include in the static generation
• Search Functionality - Implements client-side search capabilities for static sites without requiring a backend database
• Form Handling - Integrates with services to process form submissions on static sites
• Performance Optimization - Generates optimized static files that load quickly with minimal server overhead
• Security Enhancement - Removes WordPress exposure by eliminating the need for a live WordPress installation on production servers
• Detailed Logging - Provides comprehensive logs of the generation and deployment process for troubleshooting

Best For

Simply Static Pro is ideal for WordPress site owners who want to improve performance, security, and reduce hosting costs by converting their sites to static HTML. It works well for blogs, documentation sites, portfolio websites, and content-focused sites that don't require real-time dynamic functionality. This plugin is particularly valuable for users who want to host their sites on affordable static hosting platforms or content delivery networks while maintaining the ease of WordPress for content management.