Question 1

What makes this different from other website builders?

Accepted Answer

Start from a template or connect your own Claude or ChatGPT account, then edit visually and publish. Free includes an Unshift address. Pro adds your own domain and code export, so you can host your site elsewhere.

Question 2

Which AI does it use, and does that cost extra?

Accepted Answer

Connect your own Claude or ChatGPT account through MCP. Availability and usage limits depend on your AI provider and plan. You can also build and edit visually without AI.

Question 3

Is there a CMS?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Edit text and images visually, manage structured content, and connect API data. Publish your edits when they are ready.

Question 4

Do I need to know how to code?

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No. The visual editor lets you build and customize without writing any code, you can change any text by clicking it on the live page, and the built-in CMS handles content updates. If you do know how to code, Pro includes React + Vite project export for further development.

Question 5

What technologies are used in the generated code?

Accepted Answer

All generated applications use a modern React stack with TypeScript, TailwindCSS, and shadcn/ui components. Framer Motion is included for animations and transitions, and Three.js support is available for 3D experiences. Review and test your completed site before publishing, especially custom code and connected services.

Question 6

Can I customize the generated code?

Accepted Answer

Code export is included with Pro. Download your site, modify the code, and host the exported version wherever you choose.

Question 7

Does the platform support SEO?

Accepted Answer

Configure page titles, meta descriptions, social images and favicons, with sitemap support for your published pages. Review those settings and measure your completed site. Images, embeds and scripts affect performance, and these tools do not guarantee search rankings.

Question 8

What's included in the free tier?

Accepted Answer

Free includes the visual editor, templates, forms and data connectors. Create up to 3 sites and publish up to 3 on unshift.dev addresses with Unshift branding.

Question 9

Can I use the free tier forever?

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Yes. The free tier is designed to be permanent. You can continue using it indefinitely with the features included in the free plan.

Question 10

What's included in the Pro tier?

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Pro starts at $12 per month for one site with Pro features, or $120 per year. Choose how many sites need Pro features; that capacity determines your subscription. Pro includes unlimited drafts, custom domains with managed SSL, analytics, collaborators, code export and removal of Unshift branding.

Question 11

How does billing work?

Accepted Answer

Pro is available as a monthly or annual subscription. Annual billing saves you the equivalent of 2 months. You can cancel at any time from your account settings, and you keep access until the end of your current billing period.

Question 12

Is there a plan for teams?

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Business is coming soon. It is planned to add a shared team workspace, role-based access and centralized billing. Free and Pro are available today.

Question 13

Can we offer the website builder under our own brand?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our separate offer for software platforms gives your customers a website builder under your brand, filled from your data. Learn about the integration and book a demo. Explore Unshift for platforms.

Question 14

Can I use the code commercially?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The code you generate is yours to use commercially according to our licensing terms. The main restriction is that you cannot resell or redistribute our pre-built blocks and templates as standalone products.

Question 15

Can I resell websites built with your platform?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can build and sell websites to clients. The generated code is yours to use commercially. However, you cannot resell or redistribute our pre-built blocks and templates as standalone products.

Question 16

Do I need to credit your platform?

Accepted Answer

Sites on Free display Unshift branding. Pro includes removal of that branding. Your use of templates and blocks remains subject to our licensing terms.

Question 17

Can I cancel my subscription?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can cancel your subscription at any time from your account settings. After cancellation, you'll retain access to your plan's features until the end of your current billing period. No refunds are issued for partial billing periods.

Question 18

What happens when I cancel?

Accepted Answer

When you cancel, your current plan stays available until the end of the billing cycle. The account then returns to Free limits. Paid features such as custom domains, selected Pro capacity, code export and branding removal are no longer available. Your projects remain in your account; publishing follows the Free plan limits.

Question 19

What kind of support do you offer?

Accepted Answer

We provide email support for all users, with faster response times for Pro subscribers. You can also consult the public documentation.

Question 20

Where can I ask about a platform integration?

Accepted Answer

Discuss a branded builder and integration with your software. Unshift for platforms.

Question 21

Can I self-host my projects?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Pro includes code export. Download your site and deploy it to a host of your choice, or keep using Unshift hosting.

Question 22

Is my data secure?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we take security seriously. Our hosted services use encrypted connections and access controls. Contact support if you need details about a particular data flow or service before using it for sensitive content.

Question 23

Do you store my code?

Accepted Answer

We store your site so the editor and publishing can work. You can delete your projects. Pro includes downloading their source code.

Question 24

Can I use this for client work?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can use Unshift for client work. The generated code is yours to use commercially, making it perfect for agencies and freelancers.

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