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ICON↗︎-48.0%
LKCO↗︎-46.3576%
DRCT↗︎-45.1278%
SBEV↗︎-45.0%
CCGWW↗︎-42.9769%
MSSAR↗︎-41.9795%
COOTW↗︎-40.8571%
COEPW↗︎-39.3939%
RCT↗︎-38.2051%
CYCUW↗︎-37.5%
AGMH↗︎-36.6091%
MOBBW↗︎-33.8636%
ECX↗︎-33.6283%
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STSS↘︎-72.2986%
MIST↘︎-60.8889%
WOLF↘︎-52.0446%
LGMK↘︎-50.1961%
XTIA↘︎-50.0%
ICON↘︎-48.0%
LKCO↘︎-46.3576%
DRCT↘︎-45.1278%
SBEV↘︎-45.0%
CCGWW↘︎-42.9769%
MSSAR↘︎-41.9795%
COOTW↘︎-40.8571%
COEPW↘︎-39.3939%
RCT↘︎-38.2051%
CYCUW↘︎-37.5%
AGMH↘︎-36.6091%
MOBBW↘︎-33.8636%
ECX↘︎-33.6283%
TDTH↘︎-33.5412%
FGIWW↘︎-33.3778%

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Deploying Your First Next.js App to Vercel/Netlify

Deploying Your First Next.js App to Vercel/Netlify

Learn how to deploy your first Next.js application using Vercel or Netlify. This article provides a step-by-step guide that covers the setup, configuration, and deployment process on both platforms. You'll discover how to create a Next.js app, connect it to your GitHub repository, and seamlessly deploy it to the web. Ideal for beginners looking to get their projects online quickly and efficiently.

Published: March 3, 2025 at 5:42 PM UTC

Introduction to Next.js Deployment
Deploying a Next.js application can seem daunting, especially for beginners. However, platforms like Vercel and Netlify make the process user-friendly and efficient. This tutorial will guide you through the steps necessary to deploy your first Next.js application, helping you make your projects accessible to everyone on the web.
Setting Up Your Development Environment
Before deploying your application, make sure you have Node.js and npm installed on your machine. You can check if they are installed by running the following commands in your terminal. If not installed, download them from the official Node.js website.
```
node -v
```
Step 1: Create a New Next.js Application
Let’s start by creating a new Next.js application using the create-next-app command. This command will set up a new Next.js project with all the necessary files and configurations.
```
npx create-next-app@latest my-nextjs-app
```
Step 2: Navigate to Your Application's Directory
Once the application is created, navigate into your project’s directory using the terminal. This is where you will work on your application before deploying it.
```
cd my-nextjs-app
```
Step 3: Run Your Next.js Application Locally
To ensure everything is set up correctly, start the development server and view your application in your browser. By default, it will run on http://localhost:3000.
```
npm run dev
```
Step 4: Set Up Git and GitHub Repository
To deploy your application to Vercel or Netlify, you need to push your code to a GitHub repository. Initialize Git in your project folder, commit your changes, and create a new repository on GitHub. Follow these commands to push your code to GitHub.
```
git init
git add .
git commit -m "Initial commit"
git remote add origin https://github.com/username/my-nextjs-app.git
git push -u origin master
```
Step 5: Deploying with Vercel
Now that your app is on GitHub, you can deploy it to Vercel. Go to the Vercel website, sign up or log in, and click on 'New Project'. Select your GitHub repository, and Vercel will automatically detect that it’s a Next.js application. Follow the prompts to deploy your application and it will provide you with a live URL.
```
https://vercel.com/new
```
Step 6: Deploying with Netlify
For those who prefer Netlify, the process is similar. Go to the Netlify website, sign up or log in, then click on 'New site from Git'. Select 'GitHub' as your provider and authorize Netlify to access your repositories. Choose your Next.js repository, set the build command as 'npm run build' and the publish directory as 'out', then click 'Deploy site' to start the deployment process.
```
https://app.netlify.com/start
```
Step 7: Accessing Your Deployed Application
Once the deployment is complete, both Vercel and Netlify will provide you with a unique URL where your application is hosted. Visit this URL in your browser to see your live application.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You've successfully deployed your first Next.js application on Vercel or Netlify. Both platforms offer an easy and efficient way to get your projects online. Explore more features they offer to enhance your web applications further.