Quick answer
GeminiLaunch vs Tiiny.host vs Static.app: Tiiny.host and Static.app are excellent drag-and-drop hosts for files already on your computer. GeminiLaunch covers that path too (ZIP or folder upload) — and adds paste-from-chat when ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini just wrote the code and you do not want to save files first. All three skip GitHub. Pick based on extras you need (PDFs/QR, forms/MCP) and whether your project starts in chat or on disk.
The real trade-off
Paste-from-chat, plus ZIP when you already have files
Comparisons against Vercel or Netlify are usually about Git. Tiiny.host and Static.app are different: they already removed Git for most people. You drag a file or folder into the browser and get a URL. That is genuinely simple — and it is why both tools show up whenever someone searches for free static hosting without GitHub.
According to Tiiny.host, you can drag a ZIP or single file, pick a name, and publish. Their free plan covers one project with a small upload limit (3 MB on free), and custom domains sit on higher paid tiers (Solo and above on their public pricing). Static.app offers a free tier for one static site with more headroom (~50 MB) and unlocks custom domains on paid plans starting around $5–6/mo.
GeminiLaunch was built for the AI-chat bottleneck: code still sitting in ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini. Paste-and-publish means copy from the chat, paste, Go Live — no file manager required. It also accepts a .zip or folder upload (with an index.html entry) when your site is already on disk — so you are not forced into a ZIP-only competitor just because you exported files.
Key insight
GeminiLaunch covers both starting points: paste when the code is still in chat, or drop a ZIP/folder when files are already on disk. Tiiny.host and Static.app still win on their extras — PDFs/QR codes (Tiiny), forms/desktop sync/MCP (Static) — not because GeminiLaunch cannot accept files.
Compare
GeminiLaunch vs Tiiny.host vs Static.app, feature by feature
Figures verified as of August 2026 against each product's public pricing and docs. Plans change — always double-check before you buy.
| Feature | GeminiLaunch | Tiiny.host | Static.app |
|---|---|---|---|
| How you publish | Paste from chat, OR drag & drop ZIP/folder | Drag & drop file or ZIP | Drag & drop folder / HTML / ZIP |
| Time to first live URL | Under 30 seconds (paste) · fast ZIP/folder too | Under 60 seconds (after files saved) | Under a few minutes (after files saved) |
| Free plan sites | Unlimited subdomains | 1 active project | 1 website |
| Free plan storage / size | Paste sites + ZIP/folder up to ~45 MB | 3 MB upload (tight for image-heavy pages) | 50 MB storage |
| Free plan branding | Clean page; brand only in subdomain | Tiiny Host banner until paid | Free subdomain (e.g. .static.domains) |
| Custom domain | Pro $15/mo — up to 5 domains | Solo plan ~$13/mo (annual) | Paid plans from ~$5–6/mo |
| React from AI tools | Auto-detected paste, or upload static export | Static export / ZIP of built files | Static files / ZIP upload |
| Best starting point | Code in chat OR files already on disk | ZIP, HTML, PDF, or image to share fast | Folder of static files + forms/MCP needs |
Be fair
When Tiiny.host is genuinely the better choice
- You need to share a PDF, image, or document link — not only a website
- You want password protection, QR codes, or built-in analytics on a paid plan
- A 3 MB free upload is enough for a tiny one-page demo
- You prefer Tiiny's link-sharing workflow for portfolios and client files
Be fair
When Static.app is genuinely the better choice
- You want Static.app forms, analytics, or their desktop sync on a paid plan
- You need their API / MCP tooling on a paid plan for agent-based deploys
- You're already deep in a Claude → download → Static.app workflow they document
- You prefer their free ~50 MB storage model for a single static site
Be fair
When GeminiLaunch is genuinely the better choice
- Your code is still inside ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, v0, or bolt — paste and go live
- You already have a ZIP or folder on disk and want the same product that also does paste
- You need React auto-detect with no build step for many AI outputs
- You want unlimited free subdomains to publish many AI demos and landing pages
If you are not sure, ask one question: do you want paste-from-chat in the same product, or a specialist file host? Chat or mixed workflow → GeminiLaunch. Need Tiiny's PDF/QR extras or Static.app's forms/MCP → those tools win even when you already have files.
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Frequently asked questions
Is GeminiLaunch better than Tiiny.host or Static.app?
It depends on what you're publishing. If the code is still in ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini, GeminiLaunch is usually fastest — paste and publish with no download step. If you already have a ZIP or folder, GeminiLaunch can upload that too; Tiiny.host and Static.app remain strong when you want their extras (PDFs/QR on Tiiny, forms/MCP on Static.app).
What is the main difference between paste-and-publish and drag-and-drop hosts?
Paste-and-publish takes code from an AI chat and puts it live in the browser. Drag-and-drop expects files already on your computer — HTML, a folder, or a ZIP. GeminiLaunch supports both: paste from chat, or upload a ZIP/folder. Tiiny.host and Static.app focus on the file-upload path (and Tiiny also hosts many non-website file types).
Does Tiiny.host require GitHub?
No. Tiiny.host is a drag-and-drop host: upload HTML, ZIP, PDF, and other files without Git. That makes it simpler than Vercel or Netlify for non-developers — but you still need to export or save files before uploading.
Does Static.app require GitHub?
No. Static.app is built for uploading static website files through a web UI (and optional desktop sync). Custom domains and advanced features like forms and MCP/API access are on paid plans.
Which is cheapest for a custom domain?
Static.app's paid plans often unlock custom domains at a lower entry price (around $5–6/mo depending on billing). Tiiny.host custom domains start on the Solo plan (~$13/mo billed annually). GeminiLaunch Pro is $15/mo and includes up to 5 custom domains. Pick based on how many sites and how you publish — not price alone.
Can I host ChatGPT or Claude code on Tiiny.host without zipping?
Sometimes — a single HTML file can upload directly. Multi-file sites usually need a ZIP of your static assets. If the code is still in the chat, you must copy it out first. With GeminiLaunch you can paste from the chat instead, or export and upload a ZIP/folder if you prefer.
Does GeminiLaunch support ZIP upload like Tiiny.host?
Yes. GeminiLaunch accepts a .zip or a folder (packaged on upload) for multi-file static sites — typically up to about 45 MB compressed, with an index.html entry. You can also paste single-file HTML or React from AI tools without creating a ZIP at all.
Which host is best for AI-generated React from v0 or bolt.new?
GeminiLaunch auto-detects React for many single-file outputs with no local build step. If you export a static build as a ZIP or folder, you can upload that to GeminiLaunch, Tiiny.host, or Static.app — pick based on whether you also want paste-from-chat, PDF hosting, or forms/MCP.
Paste from chat — or drop a ZIP.
Paste AI-generated HTML or React, or upload a ZIP/folder with an index.html. Click Go Live and share a real URL. Free to start — custom domain when you're ready.