Privacy-friendly static sites
How to keep simple websites privacy-friendly.
The problem
External fonts, maps, tracking and embeds can add data processing to otherwise simple sites.
Simple explanation
A static website usually consists of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and images. The index.html file is often the start page. If paths, images or stylesheets are missing, the preview may look incomplete even though individual content is still readable.
Step by step
- Find external resources.
- Remove unnecessary trackers.
- Host fonts locally.
- Document what remains.
Common mistakes
- Assuming static means privacy-safe.
- Loading Google Fonts externally.
- Embedding maps by default.
Checklist
- no tracking
- local fonts
- embed alternatives
- clear privacy page
FAQ
What is an index.html?
It is usually the start file of a static website and is opened first by browsers or web servers.
Why do images not load locally?
Often the image file is missing from the folder or the path in the HTML file points somewhere else.
When do you not need a backend?
For informational sites, landing pages, simple restaurant sites or static exports, a static website is often enough.