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If you're a dreamer, a doer, a creator, an entrepreneur, or an innovator, we want to hear from you! Get everything you need to build and run a website, FREE for a year.

If you win, you’ll get:

ANY non-premium domain, or free renewal of your current domain.
The web hosting that best suits your site’s needs.
FREE publicity through Namecheap’s marketing channels.

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Who can apply

Whether your new site idea is a business, a blog, a portfolio, a CV, or something entirely unique — you can enter!

How it works

Tell us all about your idea or existing business using our application form. Every application is considered on merit, and all our favorites will receive sponsorship.

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Why you should apply

Past winners say the sponsorship not only took the financial load of running a website off their shoulders, but also motivated them in their entrepreneurial journey.

A symbol of innovation

All winners will also get an exclusive ‘Powered by Namecheap’ badge to display on their website as a sign of their innovation.

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Take a look at some ideas we've supported with our sponsorship program so far

Memorable Meals

Plant-based cooking classes from a qualified nutritionist.

https://www.memorablemeals.com.au

The Can Survivor

A podcast and blog supporting individuals impacted by cancer.

https://thecansurvivor.com

Foodathlon

Homemade Mediterranean inspired recipes with a twist.

https://foodathlon.com

Why Namecheap

Privacy and Security

Your website security and privacy comes first at Namecheap, and we will always support the rights of individuals and consumers online. It's our mission to keep the Internet open, free, and safe for everyone.

Your Business Online

Boost your business with industry-premium products and services, at prices that won't break your budget. If it doesn't provide you with a better Internet experience, we simply don't offer it.

Customer Service

You're covered by a Support Team that's renowned for being one of the most knowledgeable, friendly, and professional in the business. Real people are ready to assist you with any issue, any time, 24/7.

Terms & Conditions

Applications will be assessed by Namecheap, and winners will be notified by email within 30 days.
Namecheap reserves the right to decline sponsorship without explanation. If you haven’t heard within 30 days, you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Sponsorship lasts 1 calendar year only, at which point, renewals are charged at the usual prices.
Participation in contests is completely voluntary, and the user, therefore, has a choice whether or not to respond and disclose this information. Contact information will be used to notify the winners and award prizes.
Other information in competition entries will be used only to decide the winners, and not elsewhere unless agreed directly with the entrant.
By entering, you agree to use the Powered by Namecheap badge on your website if you win.
The winners and finalists will need to provide Namecheap with their account usernames after they are selected.
Only products offered by Namecheap can be part of the sponsorship. Namecheap will not provide third-party products to winners (e.g. new computers, subscriptions to Elementor Pro, Figma, Ahrefs, ChatGPT, etc.)
The sponsorship does not include website development. Winners will need to build and maintain the website themselves.
See detailed conditions for Namecheap products and services.