GitHub Pages

GitHub Pages is the world’s most popular static site hosting platform, powering over 4 million websites including documentation for React, Bootstrap, and thousands of open source projects. As GitHub’s integrated hosting solution, it seamlessly transforms repositories into professional websites with zero configuration required.

What makes GitHub Pages exceptional is its integration with the developer workflow - every push automatically updates the live site, while Jekyll support enables powerful static site generation. The platform handles SSL certificates, CDN distribution, and custom domains completely free for public repositories.

Developers and organizations choose GitHub Pages because it eliminates hosting complexity while maintaining professional features. From personal portfolios to major project documentation, it provides the reliable, fast hosting that modern web projects demand.

Key Features

• Zero-Cost Hosting - Completely free hosting for public repositories with 1GB storage and 100GB monthly bandwidth • Seamless GitHub Integration - Deploy directly from any GitHub repository with automatic builds and updates • Jekyll Static Site Generation - Built-in support for Jekyll with themes, plugins, and Markdown processing • Custom Domain Support - Use your own domain names with automatic SSL certificate provisioning • Automatic Deployment Pipeline - Deploy on every push to designated branch with build status reporting • HTTPS by Default - Free SSL certificates for all sites with automatic renewal and security headers • Git-Powered Version Control - Full revision history, branch previews, and collaborative editing workflows • Global CDN Distribution - Fast worldwide content delivery with edge caching and performance optimization

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Completely free with generous bandwidth and storage limits • Seamless integration with existing GitHub development workflow • Automatic SSL certificates and global CDN distribution • Jekyll support enables powerful static site capabilities • Perfect for documentation, portfolios, and project sites

Cons

• Limited to static sites only - no server-side processing • Build times can be slow for large sites with many pages • Private repository sites require GitHub Pro subscription • Jekyll plugin restrictions limit advanced customization • No direct database or dynamic content support

Get Started with GitHub Pages

Transform your GitHub repository into a professional website in minutes. Visit pages.github.com to enable free hosting and join millions of developers publishing with GitHub Pages.