Static Web Server on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

Azure Application Servers

Static Web Server, a single binary web server for static files, serving HTTPS from first boot.

Base
Hardened build
minimal ports, security patches applied at build time
Access
Unique credentials
generated on first boot, readable only by root
Verified
Boots working
services pass a health gate before release
Support
24/7, 365 days
by email and live chat, 24 hour response SLA

Overview

Static Web Server, also known as SWS, is a cross platform, high performance and asynchronous web server built in Rust for serving static files. It compiles to one self contained binary with zero runtime dependencies, so it starts instantly and uses very little memory, and its whole configuration is readable TOML with no database and no admin console.

Why the cloudimg image

cloudimg ships Static Web Server hardened, fully patched and preconfigured so it is serving the moment it boots. A unique self signed certificate is generated for each instance at first boot, the same site is served over HTTPS and HTTP for any address or domain you point at it, directory listing is disabled, dotfiles are never served and security headers are sent on every response. Paired with a step by step deploy guide and backed by 24/7 support.

Common uses

  • Static website and asset hosting
  • Single page application hosting
  • Documentation and download portals