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Vendor simplystatic Package simply-static Short Description Convert your WordPress site into a static one with the free WordPress static site generator plugin, Simply Static. License
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=== Simply Static - The Static Site Generator ===
Contributors: patrickposner
Tags: jamstack, performance, security, static site generator
Requires at least: 6.2
Tested up to: 7.0
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 3.8.9
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
== Description ==
Simply Static turns your WordPress site into secure, lightning-fast static HTML files.
Stop worrying about WordPress security patches, performance plugins, and expensive hosting.
Simply Static converts your entire WordPress site into static HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files that load instantly and can't be hacked.
Perfect for blogs, marketing sites, documentation, portfolios, and any content-driven WordPress site.
= Why Go Static? =
⚡ Blazing Fast Performance
Static sites load 3-5x faster than traditional WordPress. No database queries. No server-side processing. Just instant page loads from a global CDN.
🔒 Unhackable Security
No database. No login page. No PHP vulnerabilities. Static HTML can't be hacked the way traditional WordPress can.
💰 Dramatically Lower Hosting Costs
Host your static site for free on platforms like Cloudflare Pages, Netlify, or GitHub Pages. Or deploy to any server for pennies per month.
🎯 Zero Maintenance
No more WordPress updates. No plugin conflicts. No security patches. Focus on content, not server management.
= How Simply Static Works =
Generate: Click one button to convert your entire WordPress site to static HTML
Export: Download as ZIP or deploy to a local directory
Deploy: Upload to any hosting provider, CDN, or static hosting platform
Your WordPress site stays private and secure. Your static site is what visitors see.
= What You Can Do with the Free Version =
One-click static site generation
Export as ZIP file
Deploy to local directory
Replace URLs (absolute, relative, or offline use)
Works with any WordPress theme
Compatible with popular page builders (Elementor, Bricks, Gutenberg)
SEO plugin support (Yoast, Rank Math, AIOSEO)
= Ready for More? =
The free version is perfect for simple static exports, but if you need advanced deployment, automation, and powerful features, check out our premium solutions.
= Simply Static Pro - For Developers & Agencies =
$99/year per site
Deploy to any platform. Automate everything. Keep 100% of your profit margins.
Deploy to GitHub, Netlify, Cloudflare Pages, AWS S3, BunnyCDN, SFTP
Incremental exports (update only changed pages)
Single-page exports (instant publishing)
WP-CLI support for complete automation
Forms integration (Contact Form 7, Gravity Forms, WPForms, Fluent Forms)
Static-friendly search (Fuse.js or Algolia)
Multilingual support (WPML, Polylang, TranslatePress)
= Simply Static Studio - For Businesses & Content Creators =
$19/month per site
All-in-one managed WordPress hosting. Zero maintenance. Maximum security.
Fully managed WordPress hosting
Static site hosting on global CDN (120+ locations)
Automated backups & SSL certificates
One-click WordPress login
Free white-glove migration
Team management & access control
Everything from Pro, pre-configured
Priority support
Perfect for businesses running 1-5 websites, content creators who want simplicity, and anyone who values convenience over control.
Documentation
Comprehensive guides covering every aspect of Simply Static.
Video Course
Watch our free YouTube course covering static WordPress from basics to advanced.
Weekly Tutorials
New tutorials published every other week on our blog.
Community Support
Get help from the community in the WordPress.org forums.
= Use Cases =
Perfect For:
Blogs & content sites
Marketing websites & landing pages
Documentation sites
Portfolio sites
Company websites
Product launch pages
Event sites
Not Suitable For:
E-commerce sites
Membership sites
Sites requiring user logins
Real-time data updates
Heavy AJAX functionality
Note: Forms, search, and comments ARE possible with Simply Static Pro or Studio.
= Plugins & Features That Don't Work with Static Sites =
Static sites are perfect for public content, but some WordPress plugins require server-side processing and won't work on static sites:
E-commerce:
WooCommerce
Easy Digital Downloads
Other shopping cart plugins
Static sites can't process payments or manage user accounts. Consider headless WordPress solutions for e-commerce.
Membership & Authentication:
MemberPress
Restrict Content Pro
User registration plugins
Login-required content
Static sites don't support user authentication or member-only areas.
Real-Time Dynamic Content:
Forum plugins (bbPress, BuddyPress)
Live chat widgets (unless using external services)
Real-time data feeds
Heavy AJAX functionality
What DOES Work (with Pro/Studio):
Forms (Contact Form 7, Gravity Forms, WPForms, Fluent Forms)
Search functionality (Fuse.js or Algolia)
Comments (special integration)
Newsletter signups (via external services)
If your site relies heavily on the plugins listed above, Simply Static may not be the right solution. For questions about specific plugin compatibility, check our compatibility database or ask in our support forum.
Choose the downloaded ZIP file and click "Install Now"
Click "Activate Plugin" after installation
Access Simply Static from the left admin menu
= Getting Started =
After activation:
Go to Simply Static → Settings
Review and configure your export settings (defaults work for most sites)
Go to Simply Static → Generate
Click "Generate Static Files"
Download your ZIP or access files in your local directory
Watch our quick start tutorial
Need help? Check our comprehensive documentation or support forums.
== Frequently Asked Questions ==
= Is Simply Static really free? =
Yes! The core plugin is 100% free and open source. It provides everything you need for basic static site generation and ZIP export.
Simply Static Pro and Studio are optional premium products for advanced features like automated deployment, forms, search, and managed hosting.
= What's the difference between the free plugin, Pro, and Studio? =
Free: Generate static sites, export as ZIP or to local directory. Perfect for testing and simple exports.
Pro ($99/year per site): Advanced deployment, automation, forms, search, WP-CLI. For developers and agencies self-hosting.
Studio ($19/month per site): All-in-one managed hosting. We handle WordPress, static hosting, backups, SSL, everything. For businesses who want zero maintenance.
See detailed comparison
= Can I use the free version for production sites? =
Yes, but you'll need to manually upload the ZIP file to your hosting provider each time you update your site.
For production sites with frequent updates, we recommend Pro (automated deployments) or Studio (fully managed).
= Will my site look different after going static? =
No. Simply Static creates an exact copy of your WordPress site. Same HTML, same CSS, same JavaScript. The only difference is it loads faster and is more secure.
= Do I need to know how to code? =
No. Simply Static works through a simple WordPress admin interface. Click a button, get your static site.
Developers can extend Simply Static with 100+ hooks and filters, but coding knowledge is not required for basic use.
= Can I still use WordPress after generating a static site? =
Yes! Your WordPress site remains fully functional. You use WordPress to manage content, then generate a new static version when you're ready to publish updates.
= What happens to forms, search, and comments on my static site? =
With the free version, these features won't work on your static site (they require server-side processing).
Simply Static Pro and Studio add working forms, search, and comments to your static site using smart integrations.
= Can I host my static site for free? =
Yes! Deploy your static site to:
Or host on any traditional web host or CDN for very low cost.
= Does Simply Static work with my theme/plugins? =
Simply Static works with virtually all WordPress themes and most plugins.
Confirmed compatible themes: Virtually all (including block themes)
Page builders: Elementor, Bricks, Gutenberg, Beaver Builder, Divi
SEO plugins: Yoast SEO, Rank Math, AIOSEO, SEOPress
Form plugins: Contact Form 7, Gravity Forms, WPForms (forms work with Pro/Studio)
See full compatibility list
= How is this different from caching plugins? =
Caching plugins make your WordPress site faster, but your WordPress installation remains accessible and vulnerable.
Simply Static creates a completely separate static copy that serves no PHP, has no database, and can't be hacked. Your WordPress installation stays private and secure.
= Can I use Simply Static with Elementor/Gutenberg/other builders? =
Yes! Simply Static works with all major page builders including Elementor, Elementor Pro, Bricks, Gutenberg, Beaver Builder, Divi, and more.
= What about SEO? =
Static sites are excellent for SEO. Faster load times = better rankings.
Simply Static maintains all your SEO metadata, sitemaps, and schema markup. It works seamlessly with Yoast SEO, Rank Math, AIOSEO, and SEOPress.
= Can I run a multilingual site? =
Yes, with Simply Static Pro or Studio. Full support for WPML, Polylang, and TranslatePress.
The free version can generate static sites in multiple languages, but managing separate exports per language is easier with Pro.
= Will this work on WordPress.com? =
Simply Static requires the ability to install plugins. It works on:
Self-hosted WordPress (wordpress.org)
WordPress.com Business plan or higher
Most shared hosting providers
VPS and dedicated servers
= How big of a site can Simply Static handle? =
Simply Static has successfully generated static sites with 100,000+ pages. Site size is generally limited by your server's resources (memory, execution time).
= Where can I get help? =
Free Version:
WordPress.org support forums
Documentation
Video course
Pro & Studio:
Priority email support
Direct access to development team
Faster response times
== Screenshots ==
Generate - Simple interface to create your static site with one click
Settings - Configure your static site export options
Diagnostics - Check your WordPress environment for compatibility
== Changelog ==
= 3.8.9 =
Fixed bare origin host replacement in inline scripts, including Google Site Kit linker domains
Fixed script and comment restoration for filtered or fragment HTML
Improved Static Studio deployment notice visibility and refreshed the Studio promo
Updated Simply Static Pro and Static Studio pricing and trial information
= 3.8.8 =
Fixed inline exports returning gateway or JSON errors while background processing continues
Cleared stale page errors after successful fetch retries
Updated JavaScript dependencies and resolved all reported npm audit vulnerabilities
= 3.8.7 =
Fixed ZIP download URLs when the WordPress uploads directory is outside wp-content
Prevented exports from reporting success when the generated ZIP is missing or not publicly accessible
= 3.8.6 =
Restored safe, clickable ZIP download and deployment destination links in the activity log
Fixed activity log, export log, and multisite site data REST responses
Fixed GitHub release asset uploads when the publish job has no repository checkout
= 3.8.5 =
Requeued assets during update exports when their generated paths change
Improved support for self-signed certificates in local development environments
Skipped empty WordPress core asset placeholders during export discovery
Prevented empty generated files from entering transfers and deploy manifests
Ignored URL fragments when queueing crawler results
Fixed MySQL 8 role-grant warnings in Diagnostics
= 3.8.4 =
Added export discovery for public llms.txt files and sitemap stylesheets
Removed WordPress REST discovery links when REST routes are not included in exports
Prevented internal export page IDs from leaking into generated current URLs
Fixed asset export paths for WordPress installations in subdirectories
Normalized transfer path separators across platforms
Fixed CSS URL parsing for SVG data URIs, including large stylesheets
Restored admin compatibility with WordPress 6.2
= 3.8.3 =
Prevented concurrent export requests from overwriting each other's export scope
Fixed relative URL path handling
Fix inline background process continuation
= 3.8.2 =
Fixed settings saves to preserve runtime authentication options
= 3.8.1 =
Fixed exports so failed pages are skipped instead of cancelling the entire export
Fixed numeric custom page pagination exports
Excluded private backup uploads from exports
= 3.8.0 =
Improved security and reliability across exports, integrations, and filesystem operations
Improved background processing, retry handling, and large-site performance
Improved admin accessibility, status handling, and automated regression coverage
Updated compatibility requirement for Simply Static Pro 2.5.0
= 3.7.9 =
Added Beaver Builder cache integration
Improved resource hint handling for hosted WordPress and local exports
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