Free Web Host - Marketing

Discussion in 'General Marketing' started by The Stealthy One, Dec 23, 2006.

  1. #1
    Hi guys!

    I wanted to have the experts weight in....what is the best way to market a free Web hosting service these days? I had a big success with my old free hosting company, but the one I started a couple of weeks ago has yet to take off. Just wondering if anyone else here has done the "free hosting thing" and could offer any good suggestions on getting out there in front of users, and increasing signups.

    Thanks! :)
     
    The Stealthy One, Dec 23, 2006 IP
  2. Mike Hammer

    Mike Hammer Member

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    Post your link in web directories.
     
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  3. drig

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    You can try posting your link on free-webhosts.com and other niche specific directories, posting in some forums, maybe some PPC, banner advertising, and press release (prleap.com is free).
     
    drig, Dec 23, 2006 IP
  4. saadahmed007

    saadahmed007 Admínistratör

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    Submit in webdirectories.Improve your serps for keywords like free hosting etc..Also post on all forums in offers section and advertise on other sites using adwords ;)
    -Saad
     
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  5. Sam Leeds

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    Its not just Adwords thats going to help market it but also make sure you build a good page around your product. Go to different forums and if people need a web host then offer to help.
     
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  6. raceway

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    I fine adsense works the best for websites that offer FREE services. You can get visitors for FREE terms for .07 -.15.
     
    raceway, Dec 23, 2006 IP
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    Go to a non webmaster forum and get people to sign up. I'm part of a fan site and there's a lot of people who want websites but don't know where to start. And obviously a free host is a good palce to start.
     
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  8. The Stealthy One

    The Stealthy One Well-Known Member Affiliate Manager

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    Hey guys, thanks for the suggestions. Anything else?
     
    The Stealthy One, Dec 23, 2006 IP
  9. drig

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  10. Rok

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    Post your site link in the following directory's:

    http://www.free-webhosts.com/search-webhosts.php?ORDER=14&CO=1
    http://www.host4free.info/
    Code (markup):
     
    Rok, Dec 23, 2006 IP
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    There are several forums for this sort of thing, where people flock around hoping to get a decent free webhosting. Beware though, a lot of these people are looking to do things of malicious nature. I guess that is a risk that needs to be taken in free webhosting, though.
     
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  12. The Stealthy One

    The Stealthy One Well-Known Member Affiliate Manager

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    Thanks for everything, guys! I really appreciate it! :)
     
    The Stealthy One, Dec 25, 2006 IP
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    I agree with this. raceway, i sent you rep points for that one. :)
     
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  14. Free Stuff

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    Private Mail me if you wish your link.
    I'll include it in my website.
     
    Free Stuff, Dec 26, 2006 IP