Is Vercel the Best Deployment Platform for You?
Vercel makes it easy to deploy websites and applications without worrying about servers or manual scaling. It works especially well with frameworks like Next.js, and handles performance optimization and global delivery automatically.
Who is Vercel best-suited for?
Vercel is a great choice if you want a fast and scalable way to deploy websites and web applications. If your team works with Next.js, React, or other modern JavaScript frameworks, Vercel gives you an optimized setup without extra configuration.
If you’re running a marketing site or SaaS platform that needs to load quickly everywhere, Vercel’s edge network and automatic scaling handle traffic spikes without breaking a sweat.
Not sure whether Vercel is the right fit? Webstacks can help you compare options and make the transition smooth.
What makes Vercel the best choice for Next.js and modern web applications?
Vercel and Next.js were built to work together.
If you're using Next.js, you get first-class support for features like server-side rendering (SSR), static site generation (SSG), and edge functions without extra setup.
Other platforms can run Next.js, but they don’t offer the same level of speed and flexibility.
With Vercel, your team spends less time managing infrastructure. Deployments happen automatically, global delivery is built in, and updates go live as soon as you push changes to Git. It also integrates with analytics, monitoring, and third-party APIs without slowing down performance.
How does Vercel compare to Netlify and traditional cloud hosting?
Vercel vs. Netlify
Both platforms automate deployments and provide global content delivery, but they serve different needs. Vercel is the best choice for Next.js and dynamic applications, while Netlify works well for static-first sites built with frameworks like Gatsby.
Vercel also offers better support for SSR and API routes, making it the stronger option for complex applications.
Vercel vs. Traditional Cloud Hosting
Hosting on AWS, GCP, or Azure gives you complete control but requires manual setup, scaling, and maintenance. Vercel simplifies all of that. Instead of configuring servers, managing load balancers, and handling deployments yourself, Vercel automates everything so you can focus on building.
What should I consider before migrating my website to Vercel?
Migrating to Vercel can speed up your site and simplify your deployment process, but there are a few things to think about before making the switch:
- Vercel works best with Next.js, React, Vue, and Svelte. If you're using a different setup, you may need to adjust your frontend before migrating.
- If your site relies on SSR, API routes, or dynamic content, Vercel fully supports it, but some backend-heavy applications may require additional configuration.
- Moving to Vercel means changing how your site is hosted. You’ll need to update DNS settings, migrate databases (if applicable), and test everything before going live.
- If your site relies on a CMS, authentication system, or external APIs, test them on Vercel to make sure everything functions as expected.
If you're not sure whether Vercel is the right fit, Webstacks can help you plan the migration and avoid disruptions to your workflow.
Can Vercel integrate with my headless CMS and other tools?
Yes, Vercel integrates with headless CMS platforms like Contentful, Sanity, and Storyblok. Beyond CMS platforms, Vercel connects with databases, authentication providers, and analytics tools through APIs and built-in integrations.
How does Webstacks help businesses deploy and scale websites on Vercel?
Webstacks is a web development agency that specializes in deploying and scaling websites on Vercel, with services that encompass:
Composable Website Development
We build modular, content-driven websites that use Vercel's infrastructure and turn your hosting into a competitive advantage.
Ongoing Website Management
Our team provides continuous support, so your site remains up-to-date and performs well as your business grows.
Technical Planning and Strategy
We collaborate with you to plan and implement technical strategies that align with your objectives, and use Vercel's capabilities to their fullest.
Book a call with our team to start building a great website on Vercel.