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What is Wix?

Wix is a hosted website builder that includes the editor, hosting and security updates in one plan. It is aimed at people who want to get a site online quickly without maintaining WordPress. Our guides cover the editor, Wix Studio, SEO, pricing and how Wix stacks up against alternatives.

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At a glance

What it is
Hosted website builder
Made by
Wix.com Ltd.
First released
2006
Pricing
Guide coming soon
Our guides
7

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New to Wix? Read these in order.

  1. 1How to build with Wix?A step-by-step guide with screenshots of a real build.
  2. 2Wix free planWhat it does, who it’s for and how it works in practice.
  3. 3Wix SEOWhat it does, who it’s for and how it works in practice.
  4. 4Wix paymentsWhat it does, who it’s for and how it works in practice.

All Wix guides

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Comparisons and alternatives

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Each listing will show the format, the date we last checked it and a link to the software's official source, so you can get the latest version.

Nothing to installThere is nothing to install because this builder runs in your browser. The files below can help you plan and launch your site.
Small business site planPDF · 248 KB
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Wix SEO checklistPDF · 164 KB
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Launch day checklistPDF · 168 KB
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Compare Wix

Wondering if this is the right tool? These are the alternatives we compare it with most often.

Squarespace vs WixWix vs WordPress
Other builders:CarrdSquarespaceWebflowFramerShopifyGoogle SitesWeeblySquare Online

Questions people ask

What is Wix?

Read the full guide: What is Wix?.

Is Wix free to make a website?

Yes, Wix lets you create and publish a website at no cost. The free plan does have real limits, though, and knowing about them upfront helps you decide whether it meets your needs. Read the full guide: Wix free plan.