ZeroDeploy vs Google Sites
Google Sites locks you into templates. ZeroDeploy hosts any site you build — with forms and analytics.
Last updated: February 20, 2026TL;DR
Google Sites is free and easy to use for simple internal pages and team wikis within Google Workspace. But you're locked into Google's templates, can't upload your own HTML, and need Google Workspace for custom domains. ZeroDeploy hosts any website or file you create — full design control, built-in forms, privacy analytics, and custom domains on Pro. If you need a quick internal wiki for your Google Workspace team, Google Sites is fine. If you want a real website with full control, ZeroDeploy is the better choice.
Google Sites is a drag-and-drop website builder included with Google Workspace. It's great for internal wikis, team pages, and simple project sites — especially if everyone's already in the Google ecosystem. But it's limited: you can't upload custom HTML, the templates are basic, custom domains require Google Workspace, and there's no built-in form backend (you embed Google Forms, which look and feel separate). ZeroDeploy hosts whatever you build — hand-coded HTML, React apps, or files exported from design tools. You get full control over design, built-in forms that match your site, and privacy analytics that don't send data to Google.
Feature comparison
How ZeroDeploy stacks up against Google Sites.
| Feature | ZeroDeploy | Google Sites |
|---|---|---|
| Custom HTML/CSS | Upload any website or file | Template-only, no custom code upload |
| Design control | Full — host anything you build | Limited to Google's templates |
| Built-in forms | Native forms, match your design | Embed Google Forms (looks separate) |
| Privacy analytics | Built-in, cookieless | None (add Google Analytics separately) |
| Custom domains | Pro plan ($29/mo) | Requires Google Workspace ($7+/user/mo) |
| Free tier | Starter ($9/mo): 1 site, 1GB, forms + analytics | Unlimited pages (with Google account) |
| Upload method | Dashboard + CLI + GitHub integration | Drag-and-drop editor only |
| Framework support | React, Vue, Svelte, Astro, etc. | Not applicable (not a hosting platform) |
| PDF/file hosting | Direct upload and share | Embed via Google Drive |
| Password protection | Pro plan | Google Workspace sharing controls |
Pricing
Google Sites is free with a Google account. But "free" comes with strings: you're locked into Google's templates, custom domains need Google Workspace ($7+/user/month), and there's no analytics or forms built in. ZeroDeploy's Starter plan ($9/mo) includes 1 site with full HTML control, built-in forms, privacy analytics, and 1 custom domain. ZeroDeploy Pro at $29/month gives you 10 sites, custom domains, and more storage. For the price of one Google Workspace seat, you get a more capable hosting platform with full design control.
The verdict
Different tools for different needs.
Choose ZeroDeploy if...
- You want full control over your site's design and code
- You want built-in forms that match your site (not embedded Google Forms)
- You want privacy analytics that don't send data to Google
- You're hosting a site built with any framework or design tool
- You want custom domains without paying for Google Workspace
Choose Google Sites if...
- You need a quick internal wiki for your Google Workspace team
- You want a zero-code drag-and-drop page builder
- Your team already uses Google Workspace and wants tight integration
- You don't need custom HTML, CSS, or frameworks
- You just need a simple page and Google's templates are enough
What's included with ZeroDeploy
Features that come standard — no add-ons, no extra bills.
Built-in Forms
Add action="/_forms/contact" to any HTML form. No third-party service, no API keys. Works with React, Vue, and plain HTML.
Privacy Analytics
Cookieless, first-party analytics on every site. No setup required, no cookie banners, no extra bill. Included on every plan.
Learn more →Frequently asked questions
Is ZeroDeploy a good Google Sites alternative?
If you want full design control and real web features, yes. Google Sites is great for internal wikis and simple pages within Google Workspace. ZeroDeploy hosts any HTML site with built-in forms, analytics, and custom domains — no Google Workspace required.
Can I upload my own HTML to Google Sites?
No. Google Sites is a template-based builder — you can't upload custom HTML, CSS, or JavaScript. ZeroDeploy hosts any static site or file. Upload a React app, a hand-coded page, or a PDF — anything works.
Does Google Sites have built-in forms?
Not directly. You embed Google Forms into your Google Sites page, but they look and feel like a separate product (different styling, Google branding). ZeroDeploy's forms are native — they're just HTML forms on your site that submit to your own endpoint.
Is Google Sites really free?
The basic editor is free with any Google account. But custom domains require Google Workspace ($7+/user/month), and you'll need separate services for analytics and forms. ZeroDeploy's Starter plan ($9/mo) includes hosting, forms, analytics, and 1 custom domain. Pro ($29/month) adds more sites and storage.
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