Free subdomain
Every Promake project can be published for free using a Promake subdomain. It's the fastest way to get your website online.
Every Promake project can be published for free using a Promake subdomain. It's the fastest way to get your website online.
What is a Subdomain?
A subdomain is a URL that uses Promake's domain with your unique identifier:
yoursite.promakeai.site
- yoursite = You choose this part
- promakeai.site = Promake's domain
Benefits of Free Subdomain
Free Forever
No cost to publish or maintain. Included with all plans.
Instant Setup
No configuration needed. Publish in one click.
SSL Included
Your site is secure with HTTPS automatically.
Always Available
Your website runs 24/7 on Promake's servers.
Automatic Updates
When you make changes, they go live immediately.
How to Publish with Free Subdomain
Step 1: Open Your Project
Navigate to the project you want to publish.
Step 2: Click Publish
Find the Publish button in the preview toolbar.
Step 3: Choose Subdomain
Select the Free Subdomain option.
Step 4: Choose Your Name
Enter your desired subdomain name:
- Use letters, numbers, and hyphens
- Keep it short and memorable
- Make it relevant to your website
- my-portfolio
- johns-bakery
- acme-landing
Step 5: Publish
Click Publish and your site goes live!
Subdomain Guidelines
Do's
- Keep it short and simple
- Use relevant keywords
- Make it easy to spell
- Use hyphens to separate words
Don'ts
- Don't use special characters
- Don't make it too long
- Don't use trademarked names
- Don't include offensive words
Sharing Your Subdomain
Once published, share your website:
Copy the URL
Click the copy icon to copy your full URL.
Direct Sharing
Share on social media, email, or messaging:
Check out my new website: https://my-portfolio.promakeai.site
QR Code
Generate a QR code for print materials (using any QR generator).
Subdomain vs. Custom Domain
| Feature | Subdomain | Custom Domain | | ----------------- | ----------------- | ---------------------- | | Cost | Free | Domain cost | | Setup time | Instant | Minutes | | Professional look | Good | Best | | Branding | Promake included | Your brand only | | SEO | Limited | Better | | Best for | Personal, testing | Business, professional |
When to Use a Subdomain
Great for:
- Personal portfolios
- Testing before going live
- Side projects
- Proof of concepts
- Students and learning
- Temporary sites
Consider Custom Domain for:
- Business websites
- Client projects
- E-commerce stores
- Professional services
- Long-term projects
Changing Your Subdomain
Already published but want a different name?
- Go to your project settings
- Find the publish section
- Update your subdomain name
- Save changes
Limitations
What's Not Included
- Custom domain features
- Advanced analytics (beyond basics)
- Some enterprise features
Subdomain Availability
If your desired subdomain is taken:
- Try variations
- Add numbers or hyphens
- Use different wording
FAQ
Can I switch to a custom domain later?
Yes! You can upgrade to a custom domain anytime without losing your website.
What happens if I delete my project?
The subdomain becomes available for others to use.
Are there usage limits?
Standard plans include generous bandwidth. For high-traffic sites, consider upgrading.
Can I use the same subdomain for multiple projects?
No, each subdomain can only be linked to one project.