Can I still design my website for free on Webflow if I decide to host it with a different company? Will free users have the same design capabilities as paying members, or will there be limitations on features and functions? Can I create, design, and customize forms on Webflow, including making them functional? Is there a Spanish-speaking community where I can find training videos and get help with my questions?

Yes, you can design your website for free on Webflow even if you host it elsewhere, but there are important limitations to be aware of. Here’s a breakdown of how Webflow’s free tier works, what features are available, and where to find Spanish-language support.

1. Designing for Free on Webflow

• Webflow’s free plan allows full use of the Designer for up to two unhosted projects (i.e., you can build the site on the webflow.io subdomain).
• You can export your code (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, assets) only if you’re on a paid Workspace plan (freelancer tier or above). Free users cannot export code.
• If you want to host the final site elsewhere, you’ll need to upgrade your Workspace plan to export and deploy the code externally.

2. Design Capabilities on the Free Plan

• Free users have access to the same core design tools in the Webflow Designer as paid users—including style editing, layout tools, and animations.
• Limitations include:
• No custom code export.
• No CMS items (limited to 50 items on the Starter Site Plan, which essentially means CMS features are mostly locked).
• Limited to 2 unhosted (staging) projects.
• No client billing or advanced team collaboration features.

3. Creating and Customizing Forms

• You can design fully customized forms using Webflow’s built-in form elements and styling tools.
• Basic form functionality (submissions to your email) is included on the free Webflow.io subdomain but limited to 50 submissions/month.
• Customizing behavior (e.g., integrations, actions) typically requires adding custom JavaScript or using third-party tools like Zapier.
• If you export your site to host elsewhere, Webflow’s form submission feature will stop working. You’ll need to:
• Use a third-party form handler like Formspree or Netlify Forms
• Add your own server-side logic to process the form on your hosting provider

4. Spanish-Speaking Community & Training Resources

• Yes, there is a Spanish-speaking Webflow community:
• Webflow’s forum has Spanish-language threads at https://forum.webflow.com
• You can find tutorials on YouTube by searching "Webflow tutorial en español"
• The @webflowespanol account on Instagram and TikTok shares useful tips
• Facebook and Discord groups such as "Webflow en Español" also offer community support

Summary

You can design your site for free with nearly full design capabilities, but you cannot export code or access CMS features without upgrading. Forms can be designed and work on the Webflow.io staging domain, but require third-party tools for full functionality when exported. Yes, there is a supportive Spanish-speaking community available for training and questions.