diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index b08f190..1041f0c 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -91,6 +91,12 @@ Preview the production build:
 npm run preview
 ```
 
+You can also use the `start` alias after building:
+
+```bash
+npm run start
+```
+
 ## Notes
 
 MapSift uses the public Overpass API. Large viewport searches are blocked in the UI to avoid irresponsible requests. If a query returns too much data or the API is busy, zoom in, reduce filters, or try again later.
diff --git a/package.json b/package.json
index 179dfe8..ea4d50a 100644
--- a/package.json
+++ b/package.json
@@ -7,6 +7,7 @@
     "dev": "vite",
     "build": "tsc -b && vite build",
     "preview": "vite preview",
+    "start": "vite preview",
     "test": "vitest run"
   },
   "dependencies": {