https://github.com/michaelsboost/polyrise
Free Mobile Website Builder Software!
https://github.com/michaelsboost/polyrise
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Free Mobile Website Builder Software!
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/michaelsboost/polyrise
- Owner: michaelsboost
- License: mit
- Created: 2017-05-08T02:33:41.000Z (over 8 years ago)
- Default Branch: gh-pages
- Last Pushed: 2025-03-20T04:13:22.000Z (10 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-03-31T09:04:13.691Z (10 months ago)
- Language: CSS
- Homepage: https://michaelsboost.github.io/Polyrise/
- Size: 132 MB
- Stars: 64
- Watchers: 4
- Forks: 26
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
# **Polyrise**
Free Mobile Website Builder! Create awesome responsive websites. Easy and fast - No coding! Free for personal and commercial use.
[](LICENSE) [](https://github.com/michaelsboost/Polyrise/stargazers) [](https://github.com/michaelsboost/Polyrise/issues)
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## **🚀 About Polyrise**
Polyrise is a **free and open-source website builder** that allows users to **design, prototype, and deploy websites, apps, and PWAs** directly in their browser.
With a **click/tap interface**, **custom components**, **visual CSS editing**, **real-time desktop preview on mobile**, and **offline support**, Polyrise is a **powerful tool for designers, developers, and creators**.
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## **🌟 Features**
✅ **Click/Tap to Add Elements** – Add blocks instantly to the page or as child elements.
✅ **Click/Tap to Customize** – Modify text, styles, and layout effortlessly.
✅ **Custom Components** – Create, save, and reuse components for faster workflows.
✅ **Nested Elements** – Add elements inside other blocks for structured design.
✅ **Command Palette** – Built-in **guide and command system** for quick actions.
✅ **Keyboard Shortcuts** – Use `Ctrl`, `Shift`, and more for advanced interactions.
✅ **Desktop Preview on Mobile** – View your website’s **desktop layout while designing on mobile.**
✅ **Export as ZIP & HTML** – Download and deploy your project anywhere.
✅ **Export as PWA** – Convert your project into a **Progressive Web App (PWA)**.
✅ **Visual CSS Editor** – Edit **CSS styles, root variables, pseudo-elements, animations, breakpoints, and more** through an intuitive interface.
✅ **Built-in APIs** – Easily import images, SVGs, and audio from Openverse and Iconify.
✅ **Offline Support** – Works **without an internet connection** after the first load.
✅ **One-Click Screenshot** – Capture a full project preview with **html2canvas**.
✅ **Fully Responsive** – Optimized for **mobile and desktop**.
✅ **No Backend Required** – Works **entirely in the browser**.
✅ **Lightweight & Fast** – Designed for **performance and efficiency**.
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## **🛠️ Tech Stack**
Polyrise is powered by **modern open-source technologies**:
- **[Tailwind CSS](https://tailwindcss.com/)** – A utility-first CSS framework.
- **[HeroIcons](https://heroicons.com/)** & **[Font Awesome](https://fontawesome.com/)** – SVG icon integration.
- **[JSZip](https://stuk.github.io/jszip/)** – Generates **ZIP file exports**.
- **[FileSaver.js](https://github.com/eligrey/FileSaver.js/)** – Enables file downloads in the browser.
- **[html2canvas](https://html2canvas.hertzen.com/)** – Captures **screenshots of webpages**.
- **[Openverse API](https://wordpress.org/openverse/)** – Free images/audio search.
- **[Iconify API](https://iconify.design/)** – Adds thousands of vector icons.
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## **📥 Installation & Setup**
Polyrise is **fully web-based** – no installation needed. Try it now:
➡️ [Polyrise Online](https://michaelsboost.com/Polyrise/)
Or, to run locally:
### **Clone the Repository**
> git clone
> https://github.com/michaelsboost/Polyrise.git
> cd Polyrise
### **Start a Local Server**
To preview Polyrise locally, use a simple Python server:
bash
> python3 -m http.server 8000
Then, open `http://localhost:8000` in your browser.
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## **📦 Exporting a PWA**
Polyrise makes exporting a **Progressive Web App (PWA)** effortless.
### **Steps to Export a PWA:**
1. Create your project in Polyrise.
2. Click **Export as PWA**.
3. A ZIP file will be generated with:
- `index.html` (your project’s entry point)
- `sw.js` (service worker for offline support)
- `manifest.json` (PWA metadata)
- All necessary assets
4. Extract and upload to your web server!
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## **⚡ Performance & Lighthouse Scores**
Unlike other coding playgrounds, Polyrise achieves **top-tier performance** thanks to a custom **Virtual DOM & Diffing Algorithm** built with **JavaScript Proxies**.
### **Lighthouse Scores**
✅ **Performance:** `99`
✅ **Accessibility:** `100`
✅ **Best Practices:** `100`
✅ **SEO:** `100`
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## **📜 License**
Polyrise is **open-source** under the **MIT License**.
See the full license: [LICENSE](https://github.com/michaelsboost/Polyrise/blob/main/LICENSE).
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## **💡 Want to Contribute?**
Awesome! Polyrise is **free and open-source**, and contributions are always welcome.
### **How You Can Help:**
🔹 **Submit a Pull Request** – Found a bug? Have a feature idea? Let's build together!
🔹 **Spread the Word** – Share Polyrise with fellow developers & creators.
🔹 **Fork & Experiment** – Polyrise is yours to play with—have fun with it!
If Polyrise has been helpful to you, here are some ways you can show support:
[](https://ko-fi.com/michaelsboost)
☕ **Buy me a coffee:** [ko-fi.com/michaelsboost](http://ko-fi.com/michaelsboost)
🎨 **Grab some of my art prints:** [DeviantArt Store](https://deviantart.com/michaelsboost/prints)
👕 **Get a Polyrise T-shirt or gear:** [Merch Store](https://michaelsboost.com/gear)
📚 **Check out my Graphic Design Course:** [Learn Design](https://michaelsboost.com/graphicdesign)
🛒 **Register as a customer on my store:** [Visit Store](https://michaelsboost.com/store)
💙 **Donate via PayPal:** [Support via PayPal](https://michaelsboost.com/donate)
💸 **Donate via Cash App:** [Support via SquareCash](https://cash.me/$michaelsboost)
Your support helps keep Polyrise free, open-source, and constantly improving. 🚀
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## **📧 Contact**
For questions, feature requests, or collaborations, reach out to:
**Michael Schwartz** – [michaelsboost.com](https://michaelsboost.com/)