# WorldWideWeb – Mobile — A web server for developers > Mobile web server for testing and serving HTML documents offline. (iPhone/iPad app by The Iconfactory.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/worldwideweb-mobile/id1623006812 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [The Iconfactory](https://appshunter.io/developer/281795483) - Category: Developer Tools, Graphics & Design - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.60/5 from 39 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 4 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2022-06-02 - Data updated: 2026-08-24 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/worldwideweb-mobile/id1623006812/reviews.md ## What is WorldWideWeb? This app’s name is an homage to the world’s first web server. Back in 1989, Tim Berners-Lee started the web on his NeXT computer. On that computer was an app named WorldWideWeb. This app was unique because it allowed his machine to edit and serve HTML documents. The app also used coding frameworks that were adopted by Apple after purchasing NeXT: they are being used right now to display what you’re reading. Like that original app, this WorldWideWeb is a handy web development tool. It’s designed for people who need to test things on their iPad or iPhone before moving the files onto a real web server like Apache or nginx. It also allows you to work in those increasingly rare moments where you don’t have a connection to the Internet. App developers can use this server to simulate and test APIs that their product uses. FEATURES WorldWideWeb does things differently than today’s production web servers: • Automatic refresh — Watches your site and reloads browser when there are changes • No caching — Every request gets a new response, no cache busters needed • Easy to configure — Pick a folder and go • Directory listings — A handy list of files whenever you hit a URL that doesn’t exist • Bonjour support – Automatic DNS for easy access using devices on your local network • REST support — Set default responses as JSON or XML for easy mocking of APIs • No external dependencies — Completely standalone and doesn’t need other tools like Python or Ruby • Built-in security — Runs completely in a sandbox, no access to data unless you allow it • Powerful and lightweight – A small memory footprint with minimal CPU overhead • No rocket science — Perfect for clients and other folks who are less technically inclined ## Key features - Automatic refresh on file changes - No caching for direct testing - Easy folder configuration - Directory listings for file access - Bonjour support for local network access - REST API mocking - Standalone with no external dependencies - Built-in sandbox security ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | WorldWideWeb PRO | $9.99 | one-time | ## Chart rankings - #152 in Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store) ## Recent user reviews (10 of 17) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/worldwideweb-mobile/id1623006812/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Awesome *2026-05-16* Love to see iconfactory the OGs of visual design system still hitting home runs with honest useful elegant tools for makers. Endlessly useful this one ### 3/5 — Forgets iap *2026-04-22* Sometimes forgets in-app purchases and takes a moment to refresh, kinda annoying and can be problematic offline. ### 4/5 — Almost perfect *2026-01-31* Simple, plain, effective localhost style server with good supporting features. I use it with Runestone for editing html/js/css and Working Copy for syncing with a repo. They can be used for free for anyone looking to setup a web dev environment on their phone, this app works with local or remote(cloud based) folders. (I bought the full version more than a year ago after using the trial version enough I felt it worthwhile to remove the limitations permanently) +no ads, no accounts, just the features. +options to do what I need in a comfortable way (choose automatic or manual refresh on file change, preview in app or separate browser, etc) +unlimited usage demo iirc +one-time payment -free version is intentionally inconvenient (is turning off the beeping a paid feature? I hope I’m misremembering that) -usually has one glaring bug that is non-critical but inconvenient, each version seems to fix one issue and introduce another but this is probably apple issues sometimes -slow updates but thank goodness it’s not abandoned +-overall awesome software but slow updates can make it feel abandoned with a very small number of obvious issues. Right now starting a server (on my phone) is unresponsive then trying again starts but with an error message saying it failed. However it seems to work in the unresponsive case as I’m able to use the software it just doesn’t acknowledge that it’s running. Also another review said the purchased version couldn’t be validated offline, I tested multiple ways of disconnecting but couldn’t get this issue to occur, maybe it’s fixed but it’s unclear what is attributable to the app versus iOS or the iPhone itself. So I recommend the trial if you are interested but kick the tires before buying, I don’t regret buying it to support the developers. ### 3/5 — I don’t write reviews often but… *2025-11-12* I have to give this only 3 stars, as it is a great web server and all, but they made it so that you have to continuously be on the internet for it to maintain its “permanent” licensing after you already bought it. I live on an Indian reservation where, if I leave my home away from my wifi internet, I have no cell signal. When I open this app up in a no signal situation, it suddenly claims that my “trial period is over”, which shouldn’t be the case since I already bought this app… I’m not pleased with that glitch, or was it done intentionally to annoy us when we are off signal? I bought this app for offline use, and it’s not fair that I cant just keep my license active offline away from signal due to my unique living circumstances. ### 5/5 — It work *2025-10-10* I tried five other apps before finding this one. Some of them didn’t work; others I don’t know if they work because they were too complicated. One of them had some odd reasons, like wanting me to be connected to WiFi before I could start the server. This one just works; it’s simple and straightforward: add a folder, start the server, click a link to open the site—all in one page. I love it. I immediately paid for the pro because I don’t see anything wrong here. Girls celebrating, let’s stop reaching! to surpass the developer. ### 5/5 — Love. It. *2025-05-31* I’m already setting up local servers all over the LAN! Easier to manage than server in iSH! ### 5/5 — Ideal iOS Web Developer Tool *2024-09-11* WorldWideWeb is an ideal tool for those who are developing a static website (with, say, Hugo or Ignite) on a Mac and want to test their website on an iOS device before publishing it to the web via FTP. I found a bug in a site that I am developing that occurred on an iPhone but not on a Mac desktop. It’s fast, reliable and very easy to use. It’s also great value (I really do appreciate one-off purchases that have no subscriptions) and yet it still offers 20 trial sessions so that prospective purchasers can try WorldWideWeb before they buy. Nice one iconfactory! ### 1/5 — Funktionen sehr unzufrieden *2024-09-07* Obwohl Pro Version gekauft für 9,99€ kommt immer wieder der Hinweis Pro Versionen kaufen und App bricht alle Funktionen ab! Aber die Grundidee ist sehr gut! Die Fehler bitte zeitnah beheben, Danke! Nach einer gewissen Anwendungszeit, kann man sagen, App funktioniert nicht und die 10€ haben sich nicht gelohnt! ### 1/5 — Funktioniert nicht & zu teuer! *2024-07-01* Kann keinen Server-Ordner auswählen. Somit nicht funktionsfähig = unbrauchbar, aber dafür 10€ abspecken wollen. Ich glaube euch pfeift das Hirn! Ab in die Tonne wo löschen drauf steht! ### 5/5 — Easy to use *2024-03-28* super nice http server to serve static files (and thus, websites) The cross device serving is insanely cool ## Frequently asked questions about WorldWideWeb ### What is WorldWideWeb – Mobile? WorldWideWeb – Mobile is a web server application for iOS devices that allows developers to test and serve HTML documents directly from their iPhone or iPad. It's designed to simulate a web environment for development and testing purposes. ### Can I use WorldWideWeb – Mobile offline? Yes, WorldWideWeb – Mobile is designed to work completely offline. This means you can develop and test your web projects even when you don't have an internet connection. ### How does WorldWideWeb – Mobile help with API testing? The app supports REST, allowing you to set default responses as JSON or XML. This feature is useful for mocking APIs that your product uses, enabling you to test your application's integration with these services. ### Does WorldWideWeb – Mobile have ads? No, WorldWideWeb – Mobile does not contain advertisements. It is a free application with no in-app purchases or ads, providing an uninterrupted development experience. ### What devices does WorldWideWeb – Mobile support? WorldWideWeb – Mobile is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It runs on devices that support iOS and is designed to leverage the capabilities of these Apple products. ### How often is WorldWideWeb – Mobile updated? The latest version of WorldWideWeb – Mobile is 2.2, last updated on September 15, 2025. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements for the application. ### Is WorldWideWeb – Mobile suitable for beginners? Yes, the app is described as 'No rocket science' and perfect for clients or others who are less technically inclined. Its easy configuration and straightforward features make it accessible for a wider range of users. ### What is the age rating for WorldWideWeb – Mobile? WorldWideWeb – Mobile has an age rating of 17+. This is likely due to the nature of developer tools and the technical content they may involve. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.2 — 2025-09-15 A visual refresh for Liquid Glass on iOS, easy access to logs on macOS, and a crash fix for invalid DNS records. macOS: • Added button in settings to open log folder [Yay Duncan!] iOS: • Visual refresh for Liquid Glass All: • Fixed a crash caused by devices publishing invalid DNS TXT records [Yay Ron!] • Added links to support and product websites ### 2.1.1 — 2024-01-11 • Fixed issues that could cause a crash during auto refresh ### 2.1 — 2023-10-03 iOS: • Added advanced settings: - Located in System Settings app under WorldWideWeb - Includes adjustment of background sound levels [Yay datajerk!] - See Help for more information macOS: • Added a proxy configuration: - Configure with the world icon in the Website Folder section - Allows auto refresh on dynamically generated sites - Works great with Rails, PHP, and other web frameworks - See “Proxy Configuration” in Help for more information • Dragging a file onto the Dock icon or Website Folder will start a server for the containing folder and load the file in a new browser window [Yay Zanstra!] All: • Directory listing can now show relative paths (see “Advanced Settings” in Help) [Yay 760ceb3b9c0ba4872cadf3ce35a7a4!] • Increased the number of files that can be used with auto refresh • Clarification in purchase view that basic features continue to work without PRO upgrade ### 2.0 — 2023-05-16 All • Auto refresh improved: - Navigating back now automatically reconnects - Switching website folders will reload browser and reconnect - The file that caused the refresh is shown in browser status bar • PRO features added: - Automatic refresh on both macOS and iOS - Recent folders on macOS - Secure context on iOS - Free trial for all PRO features macOS • The server keeps running after a new Website Folder is selected • Dropping a folder on the Dock or main window starts the server after setting the Website Folder • The server now starts when launched from the command line: $ open -a WorldWideWeb /path/to/website && open "http://localhost:8080" ### 1.0.2 — 2022-10-14 All: • Fixed an issue with “.js” files not being recognized for auto refresh. • FIxed a problem with folders that had hundreds of HTML/CSS/JavaScript files. • The auto-refresh script now gets injected after html and DOCTYPE elements if there is no head element. • Fixed a problem with accessing resources after an address bind error. macOS: • $TMPDIR path in Settings can now be selected & copied ## More apps by The Iconfactory - [xScope Mirror](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xscope-mirror/id488819289) - [Twitterrific: Tweet Your Way](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/twitterrific-tweet-your-way/id580311103) - [Flare Effects](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flare-effects/id918622356) - [Exify - Tools for Photos](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exify-tools-for-photos/id974769286) - [Clicker - Count Anything](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clicker-count-anything/id1043951998) - [Linea Sketch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linea-sketch/id1094770251) All apps by The Iconfactory: https://appshunter.io/developer/281795483 ## Related topics [web server](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/web-server) · [mobile web server](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/mobile-web-server) · [http web server](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/http-web-server) · [aivolution](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/aivolution) · [localhost](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/localhost) · [local web server](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/local-web-server) · [web server for ios](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/web-server-for-ios) · [http server](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/http-server) · [nginx](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/nginx) · [hello web cliente](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hello-web-cliente) · [web server pocket](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/web-server-pocket) · [mobile web](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/mobile-web) · [web client](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/web-client) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-24.*