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Publish websites faster.Without the traditional FTP workflow.

Set up once, publish in seconds: Beam turns your website export into one optimized, resumable release — manually when you want control, or automatically with Hotfolder.

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Your website builder.
Ready for Beam.

If it exports a finished website to a folder, Beam can publish it.

Stacks · Elements · RapidWeaver · Blocs · Mobirise · Nicepage · Pinegrow · static generators · and more
Start free1 complete projectNo credit card
Work anywhere2 Macs includedProjects sync with iCloud
Publish lessOnly changes travelFast delta uploads
Keep movingHotfolder watchesExports publish automatically
A better publishing workflow

From thousands of files to one release.

You select a project folder either way. The difference happens behind the scenes: FTP and SFTP transfer its contents as individual files. Beam packages the export into one optimized release, reducing the overhead of many small transfers.

The FTP way

One folder. Many transfers.

  • Files are handled separately behind the scenes
  • Per-file overhead adds up on large projects
  • No built-in release history or rollback
The Beam way

One folder. One complete release.

  • Compressed, optimized package
  • Delta uploads send only changes
  • Rollback and webroot backups ready

One real project. Full workflow. No credit card.

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Guided project setup

Every new project starts
with a clear path.

Whenever you create a project, Beam guides you through the website folder, server connection and final review. No hidden setup sequence and no separate helper installation to figure out.

Add the public address and choose the folder your website builder exports into.

Beam onboarding showing the Prepare website step
You choose the rhythm

Manual or Hotfolder.
Project by project.

Keep important releases deliberate, or let Beam publish automatically after every export. Switching takes one click in the project header.

Manual

Publish when you decide.

Review the export, create a backup if needed, then start the release yourself.

You click Publish Changes
Hotfolder

Export. Beam takes it from there.

Beam notices the completed export and publishes the changes automatically.

Beam watches the export folder
1Website exportYour builder writes the folder
2BeamPackages the release
3Your serverThe website goes live
Publish with a way back

A release is more than an upload.

Beam keeps published releases visible and gives you practical recovery options before and after a change.

ResumeContinue interrupted transfers instead of starting again.
RollbackReactivate an earlier published release in seconds.
Webroot backupSave the current website files before a risky release.
Webroot backups contain website files and folders. Databases are not included.
Beam showing published releases, rollback and webroot backup controls

Your projects.
Always in sync.

Create or update a project on one Mac and Beam keeps its settings in sync through iCloud. Move between your desktop and MacBook without setting everything up again.

  • Projects appear automatically on your other Mac
  • Changes stay current through iCloud
  • One license includes two Macs
Studio MacProjects available
☁iCloud SyncBeam projects
MacBookProjects available
Small details, faster days

Built for repeat publishing.

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Delta uploads

After the first release, Beam sends only what changed.

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Resumable transfers

A lost connection does not mean starting the whole upload again.

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Clear notifications

Know when publishing finishes, with optional sound.

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Automatic previews

Recognize projects immediately from their latest website preview.

Used in real workflows

Made for people who publish websites for a living.

★★★★★
“Beam significantly speeds up my RapidWeaver uploads — often by a factor of 2 to 4. The integrated backup is an added bonus.”
Matthias Wolf
★★★★★
“It has quickly become one of those tools I can’t imagine my daily work without.”
Dominik de Virion
★★★★★
“For people scared of Git, this is an amazing alternative. Lightning-fast publishing — you really can’t go wrong here.”
Joshua
★★★★★
“Beam is just what I needed for my workflow. I build my site with Stacks 6 and TCMS 3.5 and run it locally as a development site with MAMP. Then, when I’m ready to go to production with my changes, I ‘Beam’ it up to BetterSiteHost. I used to use Transmit for this, but Beam is more stable and MUCH, MUCH faster. I now use it all the time.”
JR Howell
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Try Beam on a real website.

One project is free, with no credit card required. When you need more projects, buy the license directly inside Beam.

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System requirements macOS 13 Ventura or later Apple silicon and Intel Macs
FAQ

Before your first release.

Beam works with standard hosting and any website tool that exports a folder of files.

Does Beam replace an FTP client?

For publishing a website, yes. Beam is not a general-purpose file manager; it turns a finished website folder into an optimized release and publishes it to your server.

How does Hotfolder work?

Choose the folder your website builder exports into. Beam watches it and automatically publishes a new export when it is ready. You can switch each project back to manual publishing at any time.

Does Beam require special server software?

No separate installation is required. When you create a project, Beam prepares its lightweight helper through the FTP connection you provide.

Which website builders are supported?

Any tool that exports a finished website as files, including Stacks, Elements, RapidWeaver, Blocs, Mobirise, Nicepage, Pinegrow and static site generators.

What happens if an upload is interrupted?

Beam resumes the transfer where it stopped instead of restarting the entire release.

Can I use Beam on more than one Mac?

Yes. A license includes two Macs. Project settings can stay in sync through iCloud while each Mac keeps its own local export folder.

Can Beam roll back a release?

Yes. Earlier published releases remain available and can be reactivated when needed.

What does the free version include?

You can use one full project for free. Upgrade inside Beam when you need additional projects.

Your next release

Less waiting. More publishing.

Set up one project for free and see how Beam fits your workflow.

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