Export your website
Download your site as a ZIP file containing static HTML, CSS, and assets for backup, self-hosting, or developer handoff.
Export your website
Export your HIBIKI web site as a ZIP file containing static HTML, CSS, images, and other assets. Use the export for backups, self-hosting, or handing your site off to a developer.
Export process
Find your website
Navigate to your HIBIKI web dashboard and locate the website you want to export.
Open the actions menu
Hover over the website card to reveal the actions menu.
Click Export
Select Export from the actions menu.
Download the ZIP file
Your browser downloads a ZIP file containing your website.
What's included
The export contains the files required to serve your website as a static site:
- HTML files: All pages rendered as static HTML
- CSS: Compiled Tailwind styles
- Images: All uploaded images
- Assets: Fonts, icons, and other static assets
What's not included
The export contains website files only. It does not include:
- Analytics data
- CRM and customer data
- Server-side functionality, including forms and dynamic features
- Hosting, because the export is a set of files rather than a hosted site
ZIP structure
The ZIP file uses a folder structure that separates pages, styles, images, and other assets.
website-export/
├── index.html
├── about.html
├── contact.html
├── css/
│ └── styles.css
├── images/
│ ├── hero.jpg
│ └── logo.png
└── assets/
└── ...
The exact structure may vary depending on your site's pages and assets.
Use cases
Backup
Keep a local copy of your site for safekeeping.
Self-hosting
Host the exported files on your own server.
Developer handoff
Provide static files to a developer for customisation.
Archive projects
Preserve completed projects for reference.
Hosting exported sites
Upload the exported files to a hosting provider that supports static websites. Choose a hosting type based on how much control, scalability, and existing infrastructure you need.
| Hosting type | Examples | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Static hosting | Netlify, Vercel, GitHub Pages | Simple, free or low-cost hosting |
| Traditional hosting | Upload via FTP to any web host | Sites with existing hosting |
| CDN | CloudFront, Cloudflare Pages | High-traffic sites needing global delivery |
Limitations
Keep these limitations in mind when you use an exported site:
- Static HTML only: The export does not include server-side processing or dynamic features.
- No AI editing: You cannot edit exported files with HIBIKI web's AI tools.
- No built-in analytics: The exported site does not include analytics tracking.
- No CRM: Customer data and form submissions are not included.
- Manual updates: Changes require you to re-export and re-upload the site.
Tips
- Export your site before deleting it to preserve a copy.
- Test the exported site locally by opening
index.htmlin your browser. - Update internal links if your hosting path differs from the original.