12 alternatives to WordPress.com

Free alternatives to WordPress.com

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   Carrd

   Simple one-page websites

   Best for: A one-page site in an afternoon

   Free plan
2. 

   Framer

   Design-first website builder

   Best for: Designers and studios

   Free plan
3. 

   Wix

   Drag-and-drop website builder

   Best for: Owners who want to design by dragging

   Free plan
4. 

   Blasa

   A business website made from your Google Maps reviews

   Best for: Cafés, salons and local shops that have Google reviews but no website

   Free plan
5. 

   Check Domain

   See if a domain name is free and what it really costs

   Best for: Owners picking a web address before building a site

   Free
6. 

   Coming Soon & Maintenance Mode

   Put up a launch page on your WordPress site while you build

   Best for: WordPress site owners getting ready to launch or redesign

   Free plan
7. 

   Depicter

   Add sliders, popups and carousels to a WordPress site

   Best for: WordPress site owners who want eye-catching banners and popups

   Free plan
8. 

   Hyperpage

   Turn your Google listing into a free website inside Chrome

   Best for: Local trades and service businesses wanting a free site fast

   Free
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   Instantsite

   Describe your business and get a website draft to edit

   Best for: Local businesses that want a first website without a designer

   Free plan
10. 

    Keepp

    One page for your links, shop, bookings, forms and chat

    Best for: Coaches, cafés and trades who want a simple page that takes bookings

    Free plan
11. 

    Liink

    A link-in-bio page that plays media and takes sign-ups

    Best for: Freelancers, cafés and creators who share one link in their bio

    Free plan

Questions people ask

What are the best alternatives to WordPress.com?

For small businesses, the closest alternatives to WordPress.com are Carrd, Framer and Wix. Each one is a tool to build a website, ranked by how closely it fits that job.

Is there a free alternative to WordPress.com?

Yes. Carrd, Framer and Wix have a free plan or are free to use. Check each site for current limits.

What is WordPress.com?

WordPress.com hosts WordPress sites for you, from free blogs to sites with plugins on any paid plan.

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