Expert Netlify Deployment Review for AI-Built Apps
Netlify is a popular platform for deploying frontend apps and serverless functions. AI tools configure Netlify deployments that work in development but fail in production due to missing build settings, redirect rules, and environment variables.
Common Netlify issues we find
Real problems from Netlify codebases we've reviewed.
Missing redirect rules for SPAs
Single-page apps without a _redirects file or netlify.toml rewrite rules, causing 404 errors when users navigate directly to routes.
Environment variable misconfiguration
Build-time vs runtime environment variable confusion, or sensitive keys set in the wrong context (deploy previews, branch deploys).
Serverless function cold starts
Netlify Functions with large dependencies or no connection pooling, causing timeout errors on the first invocation after idle periods.
Missing build optimization
No caching configured for node_modules or build artifacts, causing unnecessarily long build times and deployment delays.
Exposed API keys in deploy previews
Production API keys available in deploy preview environments, allowing anyone with a preview URL to use production services.
Netlify production checklist
Key checks before deploying your Netlify app.
Redirect rules configured for client-side routing
Environment variables scoped to correct contexts (production, preview)
Sensitive keys excluded from deploy preview contexts
Build caching configured for dependencies
Custom headers configured (CSP, HSTS, X-Frame-Options)
Serverless functions have proper timeout and memory settings
Custom domain with HTTPS configured
Not sure if your app passes? Our code audit ($19) checks all of these and more.
Our Netlify services
Security Review
Deep security analysis of your application — from API endpoints to database access.
Deploy & Ship
From local development to production deployment.
Performance
Identify and fix performance bottlenecks — slow page loads, laggy interactions, and expensive operations.
Infrastructure
Databases, APIs, auth systems, email, file storage — the backend services that power your application.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your Netlify project at a fixed price.
Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 checks
- SSL/TLS analysis
- Security headers
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerabilities
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- AI pattern analysis
Complete Bundle
Both scans in one package with cross-referenced findings.
- Everything in both products
- Cross-referenced findings
- Unified action plan
100% credited toward any paid service. Start with an audit, then let us fix what we find.
How it works
Tell us about your app
Share your project details and what you need help with.
Get a clear plan
We respond in 24 hours with scope, timeline, and cost.
Launch with confidence
We fix what needs fixing and stick around to help.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my Netlify app show 404 on page refresh?
Your single-page app needs a redirect rule that sends all routes to index.html. We add the correct _redirects file or netlify.toml configuration to fix this.
Is Netlify good for production apps?
Yes, Netlify handles static sites and JAMstack apps very well. For apps with server-side rendering or heavy backend needs, you may need additional services. We evaluate your architecture and recommend the right setup.
Can you deploy my AI-generated app to Netlify?
Yes. We configure build settings, environment variables, redirect rules, custom domains, and security headers — everything needed for a production Netlify deployment.
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