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Netlify Functions

Platform-integrated serverless functions for web properties and lightweight backends with an emphasis on deployment simplicity.

Sources linked — see verification below.

Freshness & verification

Last updated 2026-02-09 Intel generated 2026-02-06 1 source linked

Who is this best for?

This is the fastest way to decide whether Netlify Functions is in the right neighborhood.

Best for
  • Web sites and web apps needing lightweight serverless endpoints
  • Teams prioritizing deployment simplicity and quick iteration
  • Webhook processing and small API surfaces
  • Projects where platform features replace custom infrastructure
Who should avoid
  • You need broad cloud-native triggers/integrations as the default
  • Your backend will quickly become complex or long-running
  • Portability and infra control are primary constraints

Sources & verification

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  1. https://docs.netlify.com/functions/overview/ ↗