# Deploying a Flutter Web App on Vercel

Flutter’s SDK empowers developers to create cross-platform applications that run seamlessly on multiple platforms. With Flutter, you can **“write once, deploy everywhere”**, making it an excellent choice for building web applications.

In this guide, we’ll walk through the **deployment of a Flutter web app on Vercel**, a popular hosting platform known for its fast and scalable deployments.

## **Requirements**

Before we get started, ensure you have the following:

* A **Vercel** account
    
* A **GitHub** account
    
* A Flutter project
    

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## **Step-by-Step Deployment Guide**

### **Step 1: Create a GitHub Repository**

First, create a new repository on GitHub. For this guide, we’ll name it `flutterweb_vercel`.

### **Step 2: Set Up Your Flutter Project**

Next, create a new Flutter project and push it to the GitHub repository:

```dart
flutter create flutterweb_vercel
```

Commit and push the project to your repository.

### **Step 3: Set Up a Vercel Project**

Now, head over to Vercel and create a new project. Let’s name it `flutter_app`.

To ensure a smooth deployment, update the build settings in Vercel. Override the following settings:

#### **Build Command:**

```dart
flutter/bin/flutter build web --release
```

#### **Output Directory:**

```dart
build/web
```

#### **Install Command:**

```dart
if cd flutter; then git pull && cd .. ; else git clone https://github.com/flutter/flutter.git; fi && ls && flutter/bin/flutter doctor && flutter/bin/flutter clean && flutter/bin/flutter config --enable-web
```

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### **Step 4: Deploy the App**

Click on the **“Deploy”** button and let Vercel handle the rest. The platform will pull your code, build the project, and deploy it.

### **Step 5: Access Your Live App**

Once the deployment is successful, Vercel will provide a unique URL where your Flutter web application is live.

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## **How Vercel Works**

Vercel simplifies deployment with a **streamlined workflow** that integrates with GitHub. Here’s how it works:

1. **Local Development:** You develop and test your application locally.
    
2. **Version Control with GitHub:** Once ready, push your code to a GitHub repository.
    
3. **Automatic Deployment:** Vercel detects new commits and triggers a deployment.
    
4. **Build Process:** Vercel compiles the code, runs necessary scripts, and prepares the app for hosting.
    
5. **Live Deployment:** The application is deployed to the web, making it publicly accessible via a unique URL.
    

This workflow ensures an **efficient, continuous deployment process**, making it easy to maintain and update your app.

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## **Conclusion**

Deploying a Flutter web app on Vercel is **quick and hassle-free**, combining Flutter’s cross-platform power with Vercel’s seamless hosting capabilities. By following these simple steps, you can get your **Flutter web application up and running in no time**.

This method not only simplifies deployment but also enables continuous integration with Git repositories, ensuring smooth updates and scalability.

Give it a try and let me know your thoughts! 🚀