Hosty

Quickly host files on a local web server.

Operation

The default address of the local web server is localhost:8000. If the default port is already used, a consecutive port number is used. Once the server is up, by default, the server address opens in a new tab of your default web browser.

Hosting Files on a Local Web Server

You can quickly host files on a local web server by running Hosty in an appropriate directory.

Before you begin

1. Download the latest version of Hosty for your operating system. See the Latest Hosty Release.
2. Unzip Hosty.

Procedure

1. Double-click Hosty.
2. If needed, accept every security prompt. See Accepting macOS Security Prompts or Accepting Windows Security Prompts.
   Result: Your default web browser opens the local web server address in a new tab.
3. Fill in the Directory to host field with the directory that you want to host by doing one of the following:
   Note: The default directory is your Downloads directory.
   • Edit the Directory to host field.
   • Click Browse and select a directory.
4. Optional: If you do not want to automatically open the web server address in your web browser, clear the Web browser preview check box.
5. Click Start Server and accept any security prompts.
6. If you want to host another directory, click Stop Server and repeat the procedure.

Next steps

• To finish, close Hosty.

Troubleshooting

Resolve common issues with Hosty.

The hosted content does not update

• Clear your web browser cache.
• Open the web server address in incognito (private) mode.