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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: 3.7.8 License: GPLv2 or later License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Convert WordPress to static HTML. Boost performance 3-5x. Eliminate security vulnerabilities. Deploy anywhere.

== 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 =

Your WordPress site stays private and secure. Your static site is what visitors see.

= What You Can Do with the Free Version =

= 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 = $129/year per site | $399/year unlimited sites Deploy to any platform. Automate everything. Keep 100% of your profit margins.

Perfect for developers self-hosting client sites, agencies managing infrastructure, and technical users who want complete control.

Get Simply Static Pro

= Simply Static Studio - For Businesses & Content Creators = From $19/month All-in-one managed WordPress hosting. Zero maintenance. Maximum security.

Perfect for businesses running 1-5 websites, content creators who want simplicity, and anyone who values convenience over control.

Try Studio Free for 7 Days

= Trusted by 40,000+ Users Worldwide =

= Learning Resources =

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:

Not Suitable For:

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:

Static sites can't process payments or manage user accounts. Consider headless WordPress solutions for e-commerce.

Membership & Authentication:

Static sites don't support user authentication or member-only areas.

Real-Time Dynamic Content:

What DOES Work (with Pro/Studio):

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.

== Installation == = Automatic Installation (Recommended) =

= Manual Installation =

= Getting Started = After activation:

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 ($129-399/year): Advanced deployment, automation, forms, search, WP-CLI. For developers and agencies self-hosting. Studio (from $19/month): 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:

Cloudflare Pages (free) GitHub Pages (free) Netlify (free tier) Vercel (free tier)

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

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