Static Web Server

Self-Hosted

Lightweight, cross-platform static file server for self-hosting

Overview

Static Web Server is a fast, secure static file server optimized for self-hosting. It supports HTTP/2, gzip/brotli compression, CORS configuration, custom headers, and directory listing. Resource-efficient, it runs smoothly on low-power devices (like Raspberry Pi) or cloud instances. Deploy via Docker containers, prebuilt binaries (Linux/macOS/Windows), or systemd services. Configurable via CLI flags, environment variables, or TOML files—ideal for serving static sites, documentation, or media assets without bloat.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  static_web_server:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: static-web-server
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

HTTP/2 & HTTPS support
Gzip/Brotli compression
CORS & custom header configuration
Directory listing
Resource-efficient design

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Static Web Server hard to install?

No—installation is straightforward. You can use a single Docker command, download prebuilt binaries for your OS (Linux, macOS, Windows), or set it up as a systemd service. Configuration options include CLI flags, environment variables, or a simple TOML file.

? Is it a good alternative to Nginx for static files?

Yes—for static content, it’s an excellent lightweight alternative. It uses fewer resources and includes modern features like HTTP/2 and compression by default. However, if you need dynamic content or advanced reverse proxy capabilities, Nginx is more suitable.

? Is Static Web Server completely free?

Yes—it’s open source under the MIT License, so it’s free to use, modify, and distribute for both personal and commercial purposes with no hidden costs.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Web Servers

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Simple deployment via Docker or prebuilt binaries
⊕ Low resource usage for edge devices
⊕ Modern features out of the box

Cons

⊖ No dynamic content processing
⊖ Less advanced than heavyweight servers like Nginx
⊖ Smaller community compared to established tools