Framer Adds Free Domain Search and Registration for Yearly Plan Subscribers.

Framer has rolled out an integrated domain search and registration feature that allows users to find and claim domains without leaving the platform. The update also includes a cost incentive: users who upgrade to any yearly Framer plan receive their domain for free.

The announcement, shared on LinkedIn, positions the feature as a way to streamline the often-fragmented process of building a site and securing a domain. Previously, Framer users had to manage domains through third-party registrars or connect existing domains, adding extra steps to the site launch workflow.

The new domain search tool is built directly into Framer's interface, enabling users to check availability and register domains without switching tabs or services. The feature supports standard top-level domains and appears designed to reduce friction for users launching new projects, particularly those building sites for clients or testing concepts quickly.

Framer joins a growing list of website builders offering native domain registration. Competitors like Webflow, Squarespace, and Wix have long included domain services, but Framer's approach ties registration directly to its annual billing model rather than charging separately upfront.

The free domain offer applies to any yearly plan upgrade, which starts at $10 per month when billed annually. For users already paying monthly, this creates a clear path to reduce total costs while consolidating domain and hosting under one provider.

The domain feature arrives as Framer continues to expand beyond its design tool origins into a full-stack website platform. Recent updates have focused on backend capabilities: the platform introduced a server API beta for automated CMS publishing and added components to the CMS for richer content structures.

By handling domains internally, Framer reduces dependencies on external services and creates a smoother onboarding experience for non-technical users. It also positions the platform as a one-stop shop for designers and small teams who want to avoid managing multiple vendor relationships.

The move also aligns with Framer's recent $80 million Series D funding round, announced in December 2024, which the company said would support product expansion and infrastructure improvements. Domain registration is a logical extension of that growth, particularly as Framer targets freelancers and agencies managing multiple client sites.

For existing Framer users on monthly plans, the free domain offer provides a clear incentive to switch to annual billing. The cost savings depend on domain renewal rates, which Framer has not yet disclosed publicly. Standard .com domains typically cost $10 to $15 per year through registrars, meaning users could break even or save depending on their plan tier.

New users benefit from a simplified setup process. Instead of registering a domain separately through Netlify, Vercel, or a traditional registrar, they can handle everything within Framer's dashboard. This is particularly useful for designers prototyping client work or launching landing pages quickly.

The update does not appear to change Framer's existing custom domain support, which allows users to connect domains registered elsewhere. Users who prefer to keep domains with their current registrar can continue doing so without switching to Framer's system.

Framer has not provided details on domain transfer policies, renewal pricing after the first year, or whether the free domain offer is a limited-time promotion or permanent feature. Users considering the upgrade should confirm renewal terms before committing to annual billing.