Deploy your Vercel app to DigitalOcean
Step-by-step deployment help for Vercel apps on DigitalOcean. We fix Vercel-specific deployment issues, configure DigitalOcean, and get your app live. From $19.
Vercel issues we fix before deploying
Common Vercel problems that affect DigitalOcean deployments.
Missing environment variables
Variables set locally but not configured in Vercel, causing runtime crashes in production that didn't happen during development.
No security headers
Missing Content-Security-Policy, X-Frame-Options, and other headers that protect against XSS, clickjacking, and content injection.
Serverless function timeouts
API routes that take too long hit Vercel's timeout limits, causing 504 errors for users.
Cold start latency
Serverless functions have cold start delays that make API responses slow after periods of inactivity.
DigitalOcean deployment issues we check for
Common DigitalOcean problems that break Vercel apps in production.
App Platform buildpack fails to detect framework
AI-generated project structures with non-standard entry points or missing start scripts cause DigitalOcean's buildpack to fail during auto-detection.
Managed database connection pool exhaustion
AI tools create a new database connection per request instead of using a connection pool, exhausting DigitalOcean's managed database connection limits quickly.
Droplet firewall not configured
Freshly provisioned Droplets have all ports open by default. AI deployment scripts skip firewall configuration, exposing SSH, database, and admin ports publicly.
Spaces CDN CORS not configured
DigitalOcean Spaces requires explicit CORS headers for browser-based uploads. AI-generated frontend code fails silently when uploading files directly to Spaces.
Start with a self-serve audit
Get a professional review of your Vercel project before deploying to DigitalOcean.
External Security Scan
Black-box review of your public-facing app. No code access needed.
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerability check
- SSL/TLS configuration analysis
- Security header assessment
- Expert review within 24h
Code Audit
In-depth review of your source code for security, quality, and best practices.
- Security vulnerability analysis
- Code quality review
- Dependency audit
- Architecture review
- Expert + AI code 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.
Expert + AI audit
A human expert assisted by AI reviews your code within 24 hours.
Launch with confidence
We fix what needs fixing and stick around to help.
Frequently asked questions
How do I deploy a Vercel app to DigitalOcean?
We handle Vercel deployments to DigitalOcean end to end. Start with our code audit ($19) to identify deployment blockers specific to your Vercel project, then we configure DigitalOcean, fix issues, and get your app live in production.
What Vercel issues affect DigitalOcean deployments?
Vercel projects commonly have missing environment variables and no security headers. On DigitalOcean, these combine with app platform buildpack fails to detect framework and managed database connection pool exhaustion to cause deployment failures.
Can SpringCode deploy my Vercel project to DigitalOcean?
Yes. We specialize in deploying Vercel applications to DigitalOcean. We audit your codebase for Vercel-specific issues, configure DigitalOcean correctly, and handle the full deployment so your app runs reliably in production.
What does Vercel deployment to DigitalOcean cost?
Our code audit ($19) identifies all DigitalOcean deployment blockers in your Vercel project. Full deployment assistance is scoped with a fixed quote after the audit — no hourly billing or surprise charges.
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