SimpleW

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Developer Tools · Vendor site 2026-10-04

SimpleW is a lightweight web server for .NET that can run standalone or embed inside applications. It offers routing, middleware, static files, WebSockets, server-sent events, TLS, authentication add-ons, and observability hooks with MIT-licensed core and optional paid add-on modules.

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Free access: Homepage footer states SimpleW is released under the MIT License.
API access: SimpleW exposes .NET server, routing, and module APIs documented on the project site.

Is SimpleW right for you?

A good fit for

.NET developers who need a minimal embedded HTTP server or reverse-proxy style host without IIS.

Before you choose

Commercial add-ons are listed separately; the core server is open source without hosted SaaS pricing on the homepage.

Lightweight .NET web server

SimpleW targets .NET apps that need a small HTTP stack with optional security and hosting add-ons under an MIT-licensed core.

What it can do

Features & capabilities

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Capability	Value	Evidence	Checked
Deployment modes	Homepage describes SimpleW as standalone or embedded lightweight web server for .NET.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04
Add-on ecosystem	Navigation lists authentication, firewall, Let's Encrypt, JWT, OpenID, and template add-ons.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04
License	Site footer confirms MIT License distribution for the project.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04

Understand the total cost

SimpleW pricing & plans

Free

Homepage footer states SimpleW is released under the MIT License.

Access: Homepage footer states SimpleW is released under the MIT License.

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The practical questions

Frequently asked questions

What is SimpleW used for?

Does SimpleW have a free plan?

Homepage footer states SimpleW is released under the MIT License.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.

How much does SimpleW cost?

No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.

Can I use SimpleW through an API?

SimpleW exposes .NET server, routing, and module APIs documented on the project site.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.

What should I check before choosing it?

Commercial add-ons are listed separately; the core server is open source without hosted SaaS pricing on the homepage.

Price history

No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.

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