Question 1

Do I need to run a build before uploading?

Accepted Answer

For plain HTML/CSS sites, no. For React, Vite, or similar Codex output, yes — upload the production build folder as part of your ZIP, not raw source with unresolved imports.

Question 2

Will my Express or API routes convert?

Accepted Answer

No. Only static front-end output in the ZIP is converted. APIs need WordPress plugins, headless integrations, or custom PHP.

Question 3

How is Codex different from Cursor conversion?

Accepted Answer

The upload format is the same — static or built front-end files. Codex positioning emphasizes agent-generated code rather than an IDE project export.

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