vercel-deploy

Package and upload projects to Vercel, returning Preview and Claim URLs.

278|26|Updated Jan 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ninehills/skills --skill vercel-deploy-ninehills
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Skill: vercel-deploy
Source: https://github.com/ninehills/skills/tree/main/skills/vercel-deploy
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ninehills/skills --skill vercel-deploy-ninehills

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Deploy projects to Vercel instantly without authentication, returning a live Preview URL and a claimable deployment link for transfer to your Vercel account.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Auto-detects framework from package.json (Next.js, Gatsby, React, etc.) and packages it for deployment.
  • Packages the project into a tarball excluding node_modules and .git, then uploads to the Vercel deployment service and returns a Preview URL and a Claim URL.
  • Accepts both directory projects and pre-built tarballs, enabling quick deployments from local workspaces or CI.

Quick Start

Deploy your current project by running the deployment script to package and publish it to Vercel.

Frequently Asked Questions about vercel-deploy

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I deploy a web app to Vercel without authentication?

Deploying a web app to Vercel without authentication is possible through an automated one-click workflow that packages the project, uploads it, and returns a live Preview URL alongside a transferable Claim URL.

Can I deploy a pre-built tarball to Vercel instead of a project directory?

Yes, you can deploy a pre-built tarball to Vercel by passing it directly to the deployment script, which skips local directory packaging and immediately uploads the archive to generate a live Preview URL and Claim URL.

How does automatic framework detection work for Vercel deployments?

Automatic framework detection for Vercel deployments works by reading the project's package.json to identify frameworks like Next.js, Gatsby, or React, ensuring the uploaded tarball is configured correctly for the live environment.

Are node_modules and .git directories included when packaging for Vercel?

No, node_modules and .git directories are explicitly excluded when packaging the project into a tarball for Vercel deployment, ensuring the upload payload remains lightweight and free of local environment artifacts.

What is a Claim URL returned after deploying to Vercel?

A Claim URL returned after deploying to Vercel is a transferable link that allows you to take ownership of the anonymous deployment and attach it permanently to your Vercel account.

Does this one-click Vercel deployment method work for static sites?

Yes, this one-click Vercel deployment method works for both web apps and static sites by packaging the directory input or tarball, uploading it, and returning a structured JSON object with previewUrl and claimUrl.