Built with Firebase Studio? Deploy it to DigitalOcean.
Step-by-step deployment help for Firebase Studio-built apps on DigitalOcean. We fix deployment issues, configure DigitalOcean correctly, and get your app live in production. From $19.
Firebase Studio issues we fix before deploying
Problems specific to Firebase Studio's code generation that affect DigitalOcean deployments.
Firestore security rules too permissive by default
Firebase Studio frequently generates Firestore rules that allow authenticated users to read and write any document in the database, without scoping access to documents owned by that user.
Client-side security logic that can be bypassed
Access control checks are placed in frontend React components rather than Firestore rules or Cloud Functions, allowing users to bypass restrictions by making direct Firestore SDK calls.
Cloud Function cold start latency degrading UX
Infrequently-called Cloud Functions take 2-5 seconds to cold start, causing noticeable delays on first API calls and making the app feel slow during low-traffic periods.
Unhandled Firestore transaction conflicts
Concurrent writes to the same documents cause transaction conflicts that are not properly caught or retried, resulting in lost updates and silent data inconsistencies.
DigitalOcean deployment issues we check for
Common DigitalOcean problems that break AI-generated 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 Firebase Studio 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
Can you deploy a Firebase Studio-built app to DigitalOcean?
Yes. We regularly deploy Firebase Studio-generated projects to DigitalOcean. We handle the platform-specific configuration, fix deployment errors, and ensure your app runs reliably in production on DigitalOcean.
What DigitalOcean issues do Firebase Studio projects typically have?
Firebase Studio projects commonly have firestore security rules too permissive by default and client-side security logic that can be bypassed. When deploying to DigitalOcean, these combine with platform-specific issues like app platform buildpack fails to detect framework and managed database connection pool exhaustion.
How do I get my Firebase Studio project live on DigitalOcean?
Start with our code audit ($19) to get a prioritized list of deployment blockers. For Firebase Studio-built projects targeting DigitalOcean, the typical path is: fix Firebase Studio-specific code issues, configure DigitalOcean settings correctly, then deploy. We provide a fixed quote after the audit.
Can you handle the full deployment of my Firebase Studio app to DigitalOcean?
Yes. We handle end-to-end deployment: auditing your Firebase Studio codebase, fixing deployment blockers, configuring DigitalOcean correctly, setting up environment variables, and getting your app live in production. Start with our code audit ($19).
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