For most SMEs, the best website stack in 2025 is simple and fast. Static hosting, clean HTML/CSS/JS, and a sprinkle of JavaScript only where needed deliver top‑tier Core Web Vitals and low maintenance.
Recommended stack
Host on static platforms like GitHub Pages or Netlify. Keep pages lightweight and cache assets on a CDN. Optimize and lazy‑load images. Use GA4 and Search Console to monitor performance and SEO.
When to add a framework
Reach for React/Vue/Next only when you truly need complex UI or dynamic data. For marketing sites, static wins for cost, reliability, and speed.
Security and updates
Minimize plugins and third‑party scripts, pin dependencies, and keep a simple deployment pipeline. Less moving parts means fewer surprises.