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Frequently asked questions
Learn how LibStract's public asset URLs work, how companion files are used, and how to add the assets to your own website.
Can I use LibStract URLs on my public website?
Yes. Copy the HTTPS asset URL directly from the LibStract catalog and add it to your website. You do not need to deploy or host LibStract yourself. Check the library's licence and any browser cross-origin requirements before production use.
Does copying a URL install or initialize a library?
No. Copy URL gives you an address for the asset. Add the URL to a stylesheet link, script element, or module import as appropriate, then follow the library’s documentation to initialize it.
Why are CSS and JavaScript separate catalog entries?
They are different browser resources with different jobs. CSS controls presentation; JavaScript provides behavior. Showing separate entries lets you copy or download exactly one asset. Some libraries need both, while others need only a script or stylesheet.
How do I choose between two library versions?
Check your application’s compatibility, migration notes, browser support, and the exact version shown on each entry. Test upgrades in your own project; a newer major release can change APIs or browser requirements.
Do all JavaScript files work with a normal script tag?
No. Classic browser builds can usually be loaded with a script tag. ES module files need type="module" and an import statement. Fuse.js is supplied as an ES module; see the usage guide for an example.
Why does a stylesheet need a webfonts folder?
Icon stylesheets commonly reference font files with relative URLs. LibStract serves the companion webfonts at the paths expected by its published stylesheet. If an asset does not load, check the browser's Network and Console panels for the specific error.
Can I use these assets from another website?
That depends on the browser, the requesting website, and the server headers provided by the asset host. If your website receives a CORS or cross-origin error, check the browser console and the library's usage requirements.
Is a public asset URL always available or guaranteed fast?
Availability and response time can vary. For critical production applications, you may choose to download and host a pinned copy yourself when the library's licence allows it. This is optional; normal LibStract usage only requires copying the public asset URL.
May I redistribute or bundle a downloaded file?
Review that library’s upstream licence first. Licences and attribution obligations differ. A library being available to download does not remove its copyright or grant rights beyond its licence.
Does adding more pages guarantee a top Google position?
No. Search engines choose rankings, and no page or metadata can guarantee first place. Useful original content, accessibility, crawlable links, fast pages, trustworthy sources, and a public verified domain are sound foundations, not a ranking promise.