Static vs Dynamic Websites: What’s the Difference?

 Have you ever wondered why some websites show the same information every time, while others display personalized content just for you? This is because websites are generally categorized into two types:

• Static Websites
• Dynamic Websites

What is a Static Website?

A static website is a site where the content stays the same for every visitor. The pages are built using HTML, CSS, and sometimes a little JavaScript. But the content does not change based on user actions.

Key Features of Static Websites:

• Same content for everyone.
• Simple and fast to load.
• Easy to create using basic HTML and CSS.
• Doesn’t require a database or server-side coding.

Example of Static Websites:

• Personal portfolio website.
• A company’s basic contact page.
• Informational pages (like a restaurant’s menu page).

What is a Dynamic Website?

A dynamic website is a site where content can change automatically, depending on various factors like:

• User interactions
• Location
• Time
• Database information

Dynamic websites are built using:

• Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Backend: Programming languages like PHP, Python, Node.js, Java, etc.
• Database: MySQL, MongoDB, etc.

Key Features of Dynamic Websites:

• Content changes automatically or based on user inputs.
• Requires backend server and database.
• Can show personalized content.
• Suitable for large, interactive websites.

Example of Dynamic Websites:

• Amazon: Different users see different recommended products.
• Facebook: Shows your personal feed based on your friends and activity.
• Netflix: Recommends movies based on your watch history.