Deploy your AI application directly to Netlify for fast, reliable hosting with automatic HTTPS and global CDN distribution.
What you'll learn ⏱️ 4 minutes
Prerequisites for Netlify deployment
Step-by-step deployment process
Configuration options
Managing your deployed application
Prerequisites
Netlify Account
Create a Netlify account at netlify.com if you don't have one
Verify your account and complete any required setup
Have login credentials ready for authentication
Application Ready
Complete your AI application in the Builder interface
Test functionality to ensure it works as expected
Optional: Run optimization to improve performance before deployment
Deployment Process
Step 1: Initiate Deployment
In the Builder interface, locate the deployment buttons
Click "Deploy to Netlify" (green button)
Authentication process begins automatically
Step 2: Netlify Authentication
Login prompt appears for your Netlify account
Enter your credentials or use existing browser session
Grant permissions for Empromptu to deploy to your account
Authorization completes and returns to deployment flow
Step 3: Configuration
Site configuration screen appears
Choose site name or accept auto-generated name
Review deployment settings
Confirm deployment to proceed
Step 4: Deployment Complete
Deployment process runs automatically
Live URL provided when deployment finishes
Your AI application is now live and accessible
What Gets Deployed
Complete Application
All source files generated by Empromptu
Dependencies and libraries needed for functionality
Configuration files for proper operation
AI capabilities fully integrated and functional
Netlify Features Included
Automatic HTTPS: Secure connections enabled by default
Global CDN: Fast loading from locations worldwide
Custom domain support: Add your own domain if desired
Form handling: Built-in form processing capabilities
Post-Deployment Management
Accessing Your Application
Live URL: Provided immediately after deployment
Netlify dashboard: Manage settings and configuration
Custom domain: Configure your own domain if needed
Analytics: Monitor traffic and performance
Making Updates
To update your deployed application:
Make changes in the Builder interface
Re-deploy to Netlify using the same process
New version goes live automatically
Previous versions remain available in Netlify dashboard
Configuration Options
Site Settings
Site name: Choose memorable URL
Build settings: Usually configured automatically
Environment variables: Add if your application requires them
Domain settings: Configure custom domains
Advanced Features
Branch deploys: Deploy from different versions
Deploy previews: Test changes before going live
Split testing: A/B test different versions
Analytics: Monitor usage and performance
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Deployment Fails
Check: Netlify account permissions and authentication Solution: Re-authenticate and try deployment again
Application Not Loading
Check: Build process completed successfully in Netlify dashboard Solution: Review build logs in Netlify for any errors
Features Not Working
Check: All necessary files were included in deployment Solution: Redeploy from Builder to ensure complete file transfer
Custom Domain Issues
Check: DNS settings and domain configuration Solution: Follow Netlify's domain setup documentation
Benefits of Netlify Deployment
Reliability
99.9% uptime: Enterprise-grade hosting reliability
Global CDN: Fast loading from anywhere in the world
Automatic scaling: Handles traffic spikes seamlessly
Security
HTTPS by default: Secure connections automatically configured
DDoS protection: Built-in security features
Form spam filtering: Automatic protection for forms
Developer Experience
Instant deploys: Fast deployment process
Preview deployments: Test changes safely
Rollback capability: Revert to previous versions easily
Best Practices
Before Deployment
Test thoroughly in Builder interface
Optimize performance using LLMOps tools
Review application for any issues
Plan domain strategy if using custom domains
After Deployment
Test live application to ensure everything works
Monitor performance through Netlify analytics
Set up monitoring for ongoing performance tracking
Plan update strategy for future improvements
Next Steps
After deploying to Netlify:
Monitor performance: Track real user interactions with your AI application
Continue optimization: Use deployment data to improve performance
Deploy updates: Learn how to deploy improvements and updates