Website builders:
Google Sites (static website)
Build free internal project hubs, team sites, public-facing websites, and more - all without designer, programmer, or IT help.
square (ecommerce)
Turn any business into an online business with a free eCommerce website from Square Online.
Google Business Profile (static Website, blog)
You can create a mobile-optimized website to represent your business via your Business Profile on Google. Google will automatically use the information and photos from your Business Profile to create a site that you can customize with themes, photos, and text. Your site will automatically update whenever you change your business information or post new photos and will also be optimized for display on desktop, laptop, and mobile devices.
WordPress.com (static website, blog)
Create a free website or build a blog with ease on WordPress.com. Dozens of free, customizable, mobile-ready designs and themes. Free hosting and support.
ShopHERE Powered by Google (ECommerce)
ShopHERE creates online stores for independent small businesses and artists at no cost. ShopHERE is funded by the province of Ontario and key corporate sponsors to help Ontario businesses and artists get selling online. ShopHERE is a Digital Main Street program.
Sites123 (static website, ECommerce)
Create a free website with Site123's content management system and establish your online presence. Share your website on social media and build a website today!
weebly (static website, ECommerce)
Build a free website that grows with your business. Get access to customizable webpage designs and useful tools to build your website and grow your ideal business. Easily build a free website to help you get discovered and grow your customer base in style. Start today with our powerful free website builder.
Carrd (static website)
Build one-page sites for pretty much anything. Whether it's a personal profile, a landing page to capture emails, or something a bit more elaborate, Carrd has you covered. Simple, responsive, and yup - totally free.
buffer start page (landing page, links, more!)
The link in bio that drives more traffic to your content for free. Start Page is a simple, beautiful, flexible link in bio landing page that brings together all of your best content in one place. Share it in your bios on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, or any other social profiles.
EcWid (ECommerce)
#1 Free E-commerce Shopping Cart & Online Store Solution. With Ecwid, you get free FOREVER. Set up your free account once, and keep it as long as you like. Seriously.
Yola (static website, ECommerce)
Make a free website with our free website builder. We offer free hosting and a free website address. Get your business on Google, Yahoo & Bing today.
Jemi (Static Webiste, portfolio, ecommerce)
Empowering individuals to grow on the web. Launched in 2020, Jemi is an online platform with a mission to empower everyone in the world to build beautiful websites, grow online, and make their mark.
Strikingly (static website, ECommerce)
Make a website in minutes. Build your brand. Conquer the world. Zero code or design skills required.
teleport hq (static websitE)
TeleportHQ makes it easy to create high-performing websites that rank on search engines. Create your own website online in 5 simple steps. Quick drag and drop website builder. Professional templates to get started. Free one-click hosting and deployments.
Big Cartel (ECommerce)
Easy online stores for artists & makers. Big Cartel makes it simple to build a unique online store, sell your work, and run a creative business.
Webnode (static website, ecommerce)
Create your own website for free! You can create an amazing website with Webnode in just minutes. Join our 40 million users and build one yourself.
graphite.space (static website)
Make web design feel like home. Use familiar graphic editor tools to create pixel-perfect web pages and not just mockups. Focus on the creative part, and we'll take care of the rest.
free web store (ecommerce)
Ecommerce for everyone! With free web store, you will have all the tools needed to run an online eCommerce website. Our simple yet powerful eCommerce solution allows users of all abilities to operate a successful online store - for free.
dorik (static website, portfolio)
Build beautiful websites without code! Flexible & easy-to-use no-code website builder with 130+ UI components and beautiful templates. Save time and money on building your next website. Start with a free account and get your website up and running in just 5 minutes.
How-To:
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