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Static vs dynamic: choosing the right site architecture
Jul 16, 2026 7 min
Every website decision eventually runs into this fork: build it static, pre-rendered ahead of time, or dynamic, generated fresh on each request. The right answer depends less on trend and more on how the content actually behaves.
Frequently asked questions
What does a static site mean?
A static site is one where every page is pre-generated as a ready file and served directly through a CDN — the server doesn't recompute anything per request, so load times are typically in the 100-200ms range.
How does a dynamic site differ from static?
A dynamic site queries a database and rebuilds the page on every request — needed for features like user accounts, real-time pricing, or frequently changing catalogs, but usually somewhat slower than static.
