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no leaf clover
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Hey guys,

A quick question:

I'm going to quit my paid hosting for my website and want to move it to a free one.
I know that free websites have limited space.

But I want to know what the options are.

I would like to have the possibility to add info pages with screenshots (for the video shows).
Artwork doesn't bother me much. No problem if I can't add it.

Of all free websites I have seen I like the one of our member damageinc (Zoltan) the most: http://damageinz.webs.com/
(At least I assume it's free because it is made with Freewebs)

I also know that a website can be made with google and with db.etree.org but the last one is just a list. I'm more looking for a real website.

Also I would like to know if I can copy and paste most part of my html and css code so that I can continue with the layout of my current website or at least most of it. I would be highly disappointed if I had to start over again.
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I know GoDaddy offers free website hosting if you have a domain name with them.

http://www.000webhost.com is another place to try out.
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no leaf clover wrote: Of all free websites I have seen I like the one of our member damageinc (Zoltan) the most: http://damageinz.webs.com/
(At least I assume it's free because it is made with Freewebs)
Thanks, but it's not made with freewebs. I created the whole website (using CSS), freewebs is just the host. I think they are fine, using them since 2008 without any problem. All you have to do is avoiding those annoying random ads by placing a floating or stationary "freebar" on every page of your site. I recommend the second option, because you can put it anywhere like I did to the footer so it's that visible comparing to the floating one.

Also, I think the host space should be enough for screens without paying a cent. At least it was cool for me when I had screens and stuff back then. Uploading many files is a bitch since bulk upload is only allowed for premium users. If you have any questions about FW let me know.
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Re: Free website

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umm host it yourself!

I'm running apache, have a domain from afraid so there you go. only disadvantage is you have to leave your computer on 24/7
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damage jackal wrote: umm host it yourself!

I'm running apache, have a domain from afraid so there you go. only disadvantage is you have to leave your computer on 24/7
I had thought about that before but it's not an option right now because of the electrical bill. :)
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my computer consumes 84 kw/h per month, imo it isnt that much. you can also get another computer with minimum specs just for server use, the consumed energy will be less as well.
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Ask Hugo, he might be able to set you up with free basic hosting.
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Re: Free website

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Thanks for the replies so far. :)

Helps me considering my options.