Hexo
Fast, simple & powerful static site generator powered by Node.js
Overview
Hexo is a fast and flexible static site generator built on Node.js. It converts Markdown files into static HTML pages in seconds and is widely used for blogs, documentation sites, and content-driven websites. Hexo integrates easily with headless CMS platforms and supports a rich plugin and theme ecosystem, making it a strong choice for SEO-optimized Jamstack projects.
Blogs and personal websites, Technical documentation, Content-driven marketing sites, Jamstack and Headless CMS integrations
MIT
Quick Start
Initialize a site: hexo init <folder> → cd <folder> → npm install. Start local dev server: hexo server. Generate static files: hexo generate.
Key Features
Node.js-Based Generator
Markdown Content
Theme & Plugin System
SEO-Friendly Output
Fast Build Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Very fast build and page load times
- SEO-friendly static HTML output
- Simple Markdown-based content workflow
- Large ecosystem of themes and plugins
Cons
- No native dynamic rendering
- Requires Node.js and basic CLI knowledge
- Not ideal for highly interactive web applications
- Build times can increase on very large content sites
Common Use Cases
Compatible Cloud Servers
Netlify
The platform developers love
Vercel
The platform for frontend developers
Cloudflare Pages
JAMstack platform for frontend developers
AWS Amplify
Build full-stack web and mobile apps
DigitalOcean App Platform Basic
For basic web services and APIs
Find Hexo Experts
Looking for professional help with your Hexo project? Here are top certified agencies and developers.
Top Agencies
Alpina Tech
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.NFQ | Netzfrequenz GmbH
We are a Germany-based digital agency specializing in innovative and data-driven solutions across the entire customer journey. With a strong foundation in technology, strategy, and creativity, we craft tailored digital experiences that enhance brand presence and business growth.
10x Media
10x Media is a boutique web development agency located in Bavaria (Germany) with additional hubs in Sofia (Bulgaria) and Santiago (Chile). We’re a core team of 8 people, and we don’t just code: we combine strategy, design, development, and project management, covering everything needed to bring high-impact digital solutions to life.
GRANITE
We are a global digital transformation partner with over 160 industry experts, delivering comprehensive digital solutions across experience design, technology engineering, digital marketing, brand innovation, and video production.
Tentwenty Digital Agency
Tentwenty Digital Agency specializes in addressing complex client challenges through a combination of cutting-edge UI/UX design and seamless technical integration.