I built a hosting platform where you upload files and get a live site in 10 seconds
Hey IH! Just launched EzyHost — a static hosting platform where you upload your files and get a live site in seconds.
The idea came from a simple frustration: every time I built a simple website for someone, the deployment part was always harder than it needed to be. Git repos, CLI tools, build pipelines — all overkill for a landing page or portfolio.
So I built something simpler. Upload a zip or drag your files in, pick a subdomain, and you're live. There's also an AI builder if you don't have files — just describe what you want and it generates the site for you.
Launched a few days ago, got 35 signups and 23 deploys from sharing it in a few local dev communities. Zero paid users yet (still figuring out pricing and just added payment processing), but the fact that strangers are using it unprompted feels like a good sign.
Right now working on:
- Getting card payments live (currently crypto only which is... not ideal)
- Talking to my early users to figure out what would make them pay
- Build pipeline support so people can deploy React/Vite/Next.js projects directly
Would love any feedback on the product or pricing. This is the first side project where people actually used it so I'm committed to seeing it through.
Check it out: ezyhost.io
Nice progress! How did you validate demand before building?
To be honest, I didn't properly validate. I started by building it for myself because I was getting frustrated with the deployment process while I was building sites for local clients. After I shared it in a few dev communities, people began using it on their own initiative, which is how I got the validation. That signal was sufficient to continue.
35 signups with zero paid acquisition is actually a meaningful signal. The crypto-only payment friction is real — I'd guess you lost potential conversions just there. The angle that excites me most: 'overkill for a landing page or portfolio' framing is dead on. There's a whole underserved market of non-devs (designers, consultants, coaches) who want exactly this but bounce the moment they see a CLI in any tutorial. That might be worth leaning into for positioning.
Regarding the cryptocurrency, you're correct; Paddle is currently being used to accept card payments. And yes, I'm leaning toward the non-dev perspective as well. The majority of my early users aren't developers; rather, they're people who have had websites created for them and simply need a place to store them. I'm going to attempt to address that more specifically in the copy.
Really love the idea of EzyHost! One thought — highlighting your platform’s speed and simplicity in the branding or logo could help new users instantly understand the value and build trust.
Regards! Indeed, the "live in 10 seconds" hook is arguably the most effective. Perhaps instead of hiding that in the description, make it more noticeable on the landing page. Well done.
Live site in 10 seconds” is a seriously strong hook. If people could actually see that speed in action, it could convert way harder. Are you showing this as a short walkthrough anywhere?
That's a great idea! Good luck with the monetizing!
Thanks!
Congrats on the launch, looks solid. How are you currently thinking about acquiring early users and gathering feedback?
honestly just reddit and a couple dev communities. and then just watching what people actually do after they sign up — that tells you more than any survey
I really like that approach—behavior is more important than surveys, 100%. Since you're already using Reddit, it's not just about posting; how you frame the narrative makes a significant difference.
For a hook like “Live site in 10 seconds,” the message itself is strong, but Reddit tends to respond better to something like: “I built X because I was frustrated with Y. Here’s what happened when I tested it,” rather than simply saying, “Check out my tool.”
Additionally, developer communities react very differently from startup-focused subreddits. Developer subs prioritize technical depth, while founder subs focus on speed and leverage.
If you're interested, I can share a couple of angles that might position your content more effectively on Reddit.