Why choose Square Cloud?
Every site is served from behind Cloudflare’s global network, with free TLS, a free CDN and DDoS protection wired in by default — the same production-grade edge whether you deploy a static landing page or a full framework SSR app. You configure a subdomain; we handle certificates, caching and routing.Cloudflare edge + Square Shield
Every site sits behind the Cloudflare Premium WAF with Square Shield Enterprise on top — DDoS mitigation, bot filtering and free, auto-renewing TLS included at no extra cost.
NVMe + 10Gbps, isolated
Samsung enterprise NVMe SSDs and 10Gbps uplinks, with your app in an isolated container. Paired with a free global CDN, static assets are cached at the edge and served close to every visitor.
Managed DNS
Automatic DNS with fast global propagation — attach a custom domain and Square Cloud manages the records and certificates for you, no manual DNS wrangling.
Instant snapshots
One-click restore points, included free. Recover from a broken deploy in seconds with no data loss and zero downtime.
Supported environments
We offer broad compatibility so you can host your site using your preferred technology.Frameworks
We provide native support for the most popular frameworks on the market, ensuring compatibility and performance.
Beyond the frameworks shown above, our platform offers universal support for virtually any framework or library. Our flexible infrastructure automatically adapts to your project’s specific needs, ensuring compatibility with your chosen technology.
Languages
JavaScript
Python
Java
Rust
Elixir
PHP
Go
C#
Ruby
Developer ecosystem
Optimize your workflow with our development tools:- Square Cloud CLI: Manage your applications directly from the terminal.
- VSCode Extension: Integrate hosting management into your editor.
- GitHub Webhooks: Configure automatic deployments based on events.
- GitHub Actions: Automate deployments via intelligent workflows.
- SDKs: Interact with our API programmatically.
How to host my website?
Configuration file
The first step to host your site on Square Cloud is to create a detailed configuration file. This file is not just a simple text document but a comprehensive guide that defines your application’s settings on Square Cloud. It serves as an architectural blueprint for your project on the platform.Once you have your plan, you need to create this file by detailing each setting and filling it out correctly. Details on how to create this file are available here with a step-by-step guide.
Remember to include the following fields in your configuration file:
- SUBDOMAIN: The subdomain for your site.
Example:SUBDOMAIN=test(test.squareweb.app) - MEMORY: The amount of RAM, with a minimum of 512MB.
Creating the ZIP file
With the configuration file ready, the next step is to prepare your application for upload. This involves placing the application files and the Square Cloud configuration file into a .zip archive.However, not all files need to be included in this .zip. Files like
node_modules, package-lock.json, pyproject.toml, poetry.lock, and __pycache__ are not required, as they can be generated automatically on the server side.Dependencies file
Another crucial aspect is including the dependencies file in the .zip. This file tells the Square Cloud platform which dependencies to install for your project. For a Node.js project, this file is
package.json, and for a Python project, it’s requirements.txt.These files list the libraries and packages required for your application to function correctly. Keeping these files up to date is crucial to avoid installation errors. Additionally, it’s important to note that native dependencies, such as node-fetch in Node.js and random in Python, should not be included in these files, as they are built-in libraries.Uploading your site
After following all the steps and configuring your project for Square Cloud, it’s time to upload your site. Go to the upload page on the Square Cloud website and upload your .zip file here.The process is straightforward: select your .zip file and click the upload button. Square Cloud will begin the deployment process, installing the necessary dependencies and setting up the environment based on your configuration file.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to host a website?
How much does it cost to host a website?
Website hosting starts on the Hobby plan at R$12.49/month, which meets the 512 MB minimum RAM required for websites. See Plans and Pricing for the full comparison.
Do I get a free subdomain?
Do I get a free subdomain?
Yes — every web deploy includes a
*.squareweb.app subdomain at no extra cost, as part of your paid plan. It’s ready to use as soon as you set the SUBDOMAIN field in your configuration file.Can I use my own domain?
Can I use my own domain?
Custom domains are available from the Standard plan and up. See Set Custom Domain for how to attach one and the required DNS records.