I built a basic web application with AngularJS and Bootstrap framework. I want to test how it works on different browsers and screen sizes, so I decided to use Google Drive’s web hosting feature.
I followed all the required steps to set up hosting through Google Drive. However, when I attempt to view my HTML file, I keep getting a “web page not available” error message.
Has anyone encountered this issue before? What could be causing the problem? I made sure my folder is publicly shared and contains an index.html file as the main page. The project structure includes CSS files for Bootstrap styling and JavaScript files for Angular functionality.
Any suggestions on what I might be missing or doing wrong would be really helpful.
Yes, Google Drive discontinued its web hosting service a while ago, which is likely causing the error you’re experiencing. I encountered a similar issue when trying to host a project back in the day. For testing your AngularJS app on various browsers and devices, I recommend considering platforms like Vercel or Surge.sh. Vercel is particularly useful for static sites and supports instant deployments, while Surge.sh is incredibly user-friendly—deploying with just a single command. Both provide automatic HTTPS and work seamlessly with Angular applications. Additionally, if you already use Google services, Firebase Hosting can be a good alternative. All three options are free for basic usage and tend to be more reliable than what Google Drive hosting offered.
google drive hosting died years ago - was already gone when i tried it in 2017. for quick testing, use codepen or jsbin instead. both work great for angular and let you test across devices without any setup.
Google Drive killed their web hosting feature in August 2016 - that’s why you’re getting the error. The same thing happened to me when I tried to host a portfolio site. Since the feature is gone, tweaking folder settings won’t help. For testing your AngularJS app across different browsers and devices, consider using GitHub Pages instead. It’s free, easy to set up, and works well with static sites. Just create a repository, upload your files, and enable Pages in the settings. Alternatively, you could use Netlify’s drag-and-drop deployment, which is also straightforward for quick testing. Both options will provide you with a reliable URL.