Universe

Universe is a revolutionary no-code website builder designed for the modern creator, enabling anyone to design, build, and manage a professional website from any device—be it a phone, tablet, or computer. Recognized with a 2023 Apple Design Award, Universe has empowered the creation of over one million sites, praised for its intuitive and visually-driven approach. The platform uniquely combines a powerful drag-and-drop grid editor with AI capabilities, allowing you to generate website elements in minutes. Whether you're building an online store, a personal portfolio, an event page, a blog, or a unique link-in-bio site, Universe provides the tools to bring your vision to life without ever touching a line of code.

How to use Universe

Getting started with Universe is a seamless and creative process:

1. Choose Your Platform: Begin for free by using the web app on any browser or by downloading the dedicated Universe app from the App Store for iPhone, iPad, or Mac for a native experience.
2. Select a Starting Point: You can choose from hundreds of professionally designed templates tailored for various purposes or start with a blank canvas for complete creative freedom.
3. Leverage AI Assistance: Use the built-in AI to generate website elements, text, and ideas, significantly speeding up the initial design phase.
4. Build Visually: Arrange your content using the signature Grid Editor. Simply drag and drop blocks for text, images, videos, buttons, and more. The visual editor shows you exactly how your site will look in real-time.
5. Add Functionality: Integrate powerful features with ease. Add a 'Sell Block' to launch an e-commerce store, a 'Subscribe Block' to build a mailing list, or a 'Download Block' to sell digital products.
6. Publish and Go Live: Once you're happy with your design, publish your site. Universe handles all the technical aspects, including secure hosting, SSL certificates, and automatic scaling.
7. Grow Your Audience: Utilize built-in analytics to track site traffic and powerful integrations with Google Analytics and Meta Pixel to run ad campaigns and understand your visitors.

Core Features of Universe

• AI Website Generation: Use artificial intelligence to generate website copy and elements, helping you overcome creative blocks and build faster.
• Visual Grid Editor: An intuitive drag-and-drop interface that gives you precise control over your layout without needing to know HTML or CSS.
• Multi-Device Native Apps: The only website builder with fully-featured native apps for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, allowing you to create and manage your site on the go.
• Comprehensive E-commerce: Sell physical goods and digital downloads, manage inventory, print discounted shipping labels, accept payments via Apple Pay and PayPal, and create custom coupons.
• Audience Management: Collect email addresses with a built-in mailing list tool and send custom emails directly from the platform.
• Managed Web Hosting: Every site includes free, secure, and scalable hosting with a TLS certificate, DDoS protection, and automatic adaptation to traffic spikes.
• Custom Domains: Easily purchase a new custom domain directly through Universe or connect one you already own.
• SEO Tools: Websites are automatically optimized for search engines to help you rank higher and attract more organic traffic.
• Collaboration: Invite friends, colleagues, or clients to co-manage your website.

Use Cases for Universe

Universe is versatile enough for a wide range of projects:

• Artists and Designers: Create stunning online portfolios to showcase creative work.
• Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses: Launch a professional website and online store to sell products or services.
• Creators and Influencers: Build a custom 'link in bio' page that consolidates all your social links and content in one branded space.
• Event Organizers: Design and publish dedicated pages for events, complete with information and registration forms.
• Bloggers and Writers: Start a blog and grow a community with integrated mailing list features.
• Side Hustlers: Quickly set up a simple e-commerce site to sell handmade goods, like the crochet business example in their guides.

Advantages of Universe

Universe stands out with its mobile-first approach and user-centric design. The ability to build and manage a full-featured website from a phone is a game-changer for creators on the move. Its AI integration streamlines the design process, while the all-in-one platform (design, commerce, hosting, marketing) simplifies the entire experience. The platform is celebrated for making web design fun, fast, and accessible, removing technical barriers for everyone.

Pricing and Plans

Universe offers a flexible pricing structure to suit different needs:

• Free Plan ($0): Perfect for creating a unique website, portfolio, or link-in-bio. Includes unlimited blocks, SEO tools, and a mailing list.
• Base Plan ($12/month or $72/year): Ideal for launching an online store. Includes commerce tools, Pro Mail, basic brand tools, and a 5% transaction fee on sales.
• Pro Plan ($25/month or $200/year): The most popular plan for building a brand. Offers advanced brand controls, analytics, custom code, 4K uploads, and a reduced 2% transaction fee.
• Complete Plan ($50/month or $500/year): For professionals who need every tool. Includes best-in-class tools, priority support, and advanced commerce functionality.