Do websites really need to be "open" all day long? We could probably reduce server activity quite a bit during off-hours. Since our content is static, we might be able to cache it or serve it through a CDN, letting users access the site even if the server is inactive.
Why
Limiting active server use could cut down on energy consumption (probably won't affect hosting cost for such a small site, but that's definitely an argument we should mention for the sake of clarity), especially when the site isn’t frequently accessed. Caching static content could maintain a smooth experience for users, even if the server isn’t actively running.
How
Explore caching options for the site’s static content, such as setting up a CDN.
Investigate options for configuring "downtime" or low-server-use periods, where cached content is served instead of hitting the server.
Check if Vercel (or current host) offers configurations or add-ons for timed caching or site "hibernation."
Test to ensure that during inactive hours, all pages and features still load smoothly and users aren’t affected by reduced server usage.
What
Do websites really need to be "open" all day long? We could probably reduce server activity quite a bit during off-hours. Since our content is static, we might be able to cache it or serve it through a CDN, letting users access the site even if the server is inactive.
Why
Limiting active server use could cut down on energy consumption (probably won't affect hosting cost for such a small site, but that's definitely an argument we should mention for the sake of clarity), especially when the site isn’t frequently accessed. Caching static content could maintain a smooth experience for users, even if the server isn’t actively running.
How