Carrd
One-page site builder ideal for a clean author landing page, book links, and mailing-list signup. Fast to launch; less suitable if you need a large blog or shop.
WordPress.com
What it is
Hosted WordPress blogging and sites. Good when you want posts, series pages, and plugins-via-plans without self-hosting. Distinct from self-hosted WordPress.org.
Pricing model
Freemium — Free tier with limitations; paid plans for custom domain/features. Always confirm on the vendor site before buying; plans change.
Regions
UK, Global
Affiliate
Affiliate status: affiliate pending — we only add tracked links after joining a free programme.
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