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Static for marketing pages, server rendering for per-request data, client rendering behind a login, and both for live apps. We built one page three ways in Next.js 16.3.4 and caught a 'static' page rendering in the browser.
Local businesses should choose DIY for low-stakes 3 to 5 page sites, freelancers for defined one-off builds, and agencies when SEO, conversions, integrations, or post-launch accountability affect revenue.
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