What if anyone could start a website without paying for a domain name? Thanks to DigitalPlat, a Cloudflare-backed non-profit, that vision is becoming reality. DigitalPlat recently announced an open-source project providing free domain names, aimed at removing financial barriers and making the Internet more accessible.
This initiative isn’t meant to replace traditional domain registrars, it’s designed for students, developers, hobbyists, and creators who want to publish online without cost. For digital nomads and small business owners, projects like this highlight the growing movement toward an Internet that is secure, inclusive, and affordable.
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Who Is Behind the Project?
DigitalPlat is supported by major organizations including:
- Cloudflare
- GitHub
- 1Password
- Twilio
- The Hack Foundation
The Hack Foundation, founded in 2016, is a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports hackathons, coding clubs, and community projects. Its mission: empower people everywhere to build, experiment, and create online. According to their website, “The DigitalPlat Foundation is a global non-profit organization. It supports open-source and community development. They also explore innovative projects.”
What Free Domains Are Available?
DigitalPlat’s free domains are technically subdomains, but they function like traditional domains. Available options include:
- .DPDNS.ORG
- .US.KG
- .QZZ.IO
- .XX.KG
These domains are licensed under AGPL-3.0 and offered as a sustainable, open-source project, not a trial or limited-time promotion.
The official GitHub Free Domains page recommends managing DNS with services such as Cloudflare, FreeDNS by Afraid.org, or Hostry, all of which offer zero-cost DNS solutions.
Why This Matters for Accessibility
Free domain initiatives like DigitalPlat’s can:
- Lower barriers for students learning web development.
- Give non-profits and small communities an affordable way to go online.
- Provide digital nomads and freelancers a testing ground for side projects.
- Encourage experimentation in open-source environments.
This aligns with a broader push toward an open and inclusive web. It echoes efforts by nonprofits and tech companies. They aim to bridge the digital divide.
How to Get Started
Anyone interested can explore registration and technical details directly via DigitalPlat’s GitHub project page. The setup is transparent, community-driven, and backed by reputable organizations.
For SMBs and professionals, though, we still recommend owning a traditional domain for branding and authority. A free domain is perfect for side projects—but your main business presence should rest on a custom domain with professional email and hosting. At SofTouch Systems, we assist small businesses and nomads. We help them build reliable online identities with secure hosting. Our services also encompass DNS management and IT support through our IT Consulting Services.
DigitalPlat’s free domain names project is an exciting step toward democratizing the web. The initiative combines open-source transparency with nonprofit sponsorship. It allows anyone, from students to global travelers, to create, share, and publish online without cost.
For those balancing a professional business presence, however, free domains should complement—not replace—your core digital strategy. Trust and authority still begin with owning your name online.
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