Are there free website builders?

Yes. Many platforms offer free tiers so you can build and test a site, usually on a subdomain with platform branding. Google Sites is one of the simplest truly free options for basic sites. Other builders offer free plans but charge for essentials like a custom domain, removing ads, or business features. For a business, the “free” plan is best for validation; for a real launch, a small paid plan is usually worth it for trust and SEO control.