If you want a domain but don’t have the money to buy one, there are easy ways to get one for your website.

A domain name is your business card, your blog’s identity, and the first impression for anyone visiting your site.

At Truehost Cloud, we make it simple for new websites to start with a free domain when you get it with any of our hosting plans. 

This gives you a professional-looking website without upfront costs. Ready to see your options? Check out Truehost Free Domains for a head start.

Proven Ways to Get a Free Domain in Kenya

1) Get a Free Domain with Web Hosting

Many hosting companies include a free domain when you purchase a hosting plan. 

This is a popular choice for businesses and bloggers launching their first website.

With a hosting bundle, your domain and website are managed in one place, making setup simple and convenient. 

At Truehost, we make it easier to get your website online without extra upfront costs. 

When you sign up for any of our SSD-powered shared hosting plans, we include a free domain for your first year. 

That means you can launch your site with a professional name like a .com, .shop, .xyz, or similar, without paying for domain registration right away.

This free domain comes bundled with our main hosting plans:

• WebHosting Starter
• WebHosting Pro
• WebHosting Unlimited

While popular options like .com are included (normally around KSh 1,200 to register), some local domains like .co.ke are usually offered separately or through limited-time deals rather than the standard free bundle.

After the first year, your domain simply renews at the normal rate (for example, a .com is typically around KSh 1,600).

All our plans are built to give you everything you need from day one. 

You get fast SSD storage, LiteSpeed performance, cPanel access, unlimited bandwidth, unlimited email accounts, free SSL certificates, daily backups, and a 1-click WordPress installer. 

We also include free website migration and a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can get started with confidence.

For the best value, most users go with our 3-year billing option, which significantly lowers the monthly cost.

Here’s a quick breakdown of the plans that include the free domain:

Plan Name	Annual Price	Free Domain Extensions	Storage	Capacity
WebHosting Starter	KSh 188–208 (varies by exact promo) Ksh 2500 annually	.cloud, .top,  .buzz,  .xyz, .shop	30 GB SSD	~25,000 visits/month, up to 10 websites
WebHosting Pro	KSh 394 (when billed triennially)	.co.ke, .cloud, .top, .buzz, .xyz, .shop	50 GB SSD	~50,000 visits/month
WebHosting Unlimited	KSh 1,632 (when billed triennially)	.com, .co.ke,  .cloud, .top,  .buzz,  .xyz, .shop	Unmetered SSD	Unlimited websites & visits

These prices are accurate as of March 2026, based on current Truehost listings, but they can change depending on promotions or billing cycles.

To confirm the latest pricing or see our free domain offers bundled with hosting plans click the button below.

2) Free Website Builders with Subdomains

Free website builders let you get online immediately without paying for a domain. 

You create your site and publish it under a subdomain like yourname.olitt.com, or yoursite.truehost.co.ke.

They’re a practical starting point for portfolios, student projects, early-stage businesses, or testing an idea before investing money.

The trade-off is branding. A subdomain carries the platform’s name, so it’s less professional and harder to remember than a custom domain. 

But in return, you remove all upfront costs and technical work.

These platforms handle hosting, security (including SSL), updates, and mobile optimization. You focus on building and publishing.

For most people, this is the easiest way to start, then upgrade later when you need a more polished, independent presence.

Olitt Free Website Builder with Subdomain

Olitt is one of the best options in this category. It is an AI-powered drag-and-drop website builder.

It allows beginners and small business owners to create professional websites quickly even with zero coding or design experience.

With Olitt’s free plan, you get:

• A free branded subdomain (e.g., yourbusiness.olitt.com)
• Free hosting with SSL
• Drag-and-drop editor with beautiful templates or AI-generated designs
• Basic SEO tools to help your site get found online

You can start building your website for free at olitt.com; no credit card is required.

It’s perfect for personal projects, portfolios, landing pages, or small businesses. Once your site grows, you can easily connect a custom domain later.

How Can Truehost Clients Access This Website Builder?

If you are already our customer, you can access the powerful Olitt website builder directly from your Truehost client area at no extra cost.

Truehost has integrated Olitt, so you can build your website using the same easy AI-powered drag-and-drop tools.

How to access it:

1. Log in to your Truehost Client Area.
2. Look for the Olitt banner on the left sidebar or dashboard.

3. Click on “Get Started” as shown in the screenshot to launch the website builder instantly.

This is a convenient option for Truehost users who already have hosting or domains with them.

Use the button below to log in to Truehost Client Area (or use the direct link in your Truehost dashboard)

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3) Student and Developer Programs

If you’re a student or a developer, you can get a free domain through educational and developer initiatives.

Programs like GitHub Education stand out as one of the most popular options. 

By applying for the GitHub Student Developer Pack (available to verified students), you gain access to a bundle of benefits.

These include free or heavily discounted domain registrations through partner registrars such as Namecheap, Name.com, and .TECH.

For example, eligible students can claim a free .me domain with an SSL certificate from Namecheap for the first year. 

They can also choose from a wide selection of extensions via Name.com, such as .live, .studio, .software, .app, .dev, .rocks, .ninja, and many others. 

These are typically available for one year at no upfront cost. A standard .tech domain is also often free during the first year.

These programs also include extra tools. You get GitHub Pro access, hosting credits for services like GitHub Pages, DigitalOcean, or Vercel, cloud resources, and other developer perks. 

These help you test, deploy, and grow your projects.

A free domain from these initiatives lets you launch a professional website, portfolio, coding project, or learning site without any upfront cost. 

This way, you can focus on building, learning, and showcasing your skills.

4) Use a Subdomain

By far, the most popular way to get a free domain name is through a subdomain.

A subdomain is simply a prefix that is added in front of an existing domain name. For example: yourproject.example.com or mysite.platformname.com

Most people see a website address as one single name, but every domain actually breaks down into three main parts:

• Subdomain: (the prefix you can usually customize for free)
• Second-Level Domain (SLD): this is the main name chosen by the platform or owner
• Top-Level Domain (TLD): also known as the domain extension, such as .com, .net, .io, .org, etc.

So a full address like blog.yourname.com consists of: blog (subdomain) + yourname (second-level domain) + .com (top-level domain)

In most free website builders and hosting platforms, you only get to control the subdomain part for free.

The main domain (second-level domain + extension) belongs to the platform. This is why free websites often look like:

• yourbusiness.olitt.com
• mysite.olitt.com

You can create the name you want at the beginning, but you’re still building your site under someone else’s main domain.

The Real Drawbacks of Subdomains

Search engines are smart enough to treat subdomains as independent from the main domain, so your SEO rankings usually stay safe.

However, the bigger problems show up with actual visitors and customers.

Many people don’t really understand how subdomains work. They often assume your site is somehow run by or connected to the website builder (like Olitt), which can weaken your own brand image.

Even those who know what a subdomain is tend to see it as a sign that the business is not fully established or professional.

On top of that, these longer addresses are harder for people to remember or type correctly especially when they see them in ads, emails, or social media.

This extra friction can lead to fewer visits and lower engagement overall.

Start Your Website with a Free Domain Today

Now you know how to get a free domain name.

For a quick start, Olitt’s free website builder lets you create a subdomain like yourname.olitt.com in seconds. It’s perfect for testing ideas or launching a simple site.

When you’re ready for a more professional look, Truehost offers free domain registration. You can claim a clean custom domain instantly with no upfront cost.

At Truehost, we provide many domain options suitable for businesses, blogs, portfolios, and online stores.

Whichever option you choose, take action today. A good domain builds trust and makes your website easier to remember.

Ready to begin? Start with Olitt for a free subdomain or visit Truehost to grab your free domain.