It seems like creatives are always looking for a website building solution tailored to their needs. There are a few out there, not the least of which is PortfolioBox. This particular portfolio building tool has everything creatives need to get started without all the fluff or bloat many other solutions are known for.
In the simplest possible terms, PortfolioBox is a portfolio builder for creative people. It has been designed specifically for:
- architects
- artists
- designers
- makeup artists
- models
- musicians
If it helps, you can think of PortfolioBox as an online album through which you can curate your own content. The site offers both free and paid-for options, with features depending on which option you go for.
Customizable and Easy
The website building capabilities of PortfolioBox are like most other content management systems. You start with a template that you then customize to meet your needs. All customers get access to premium templates during the first 30 days of a free membership. After that, premium templates can only be accessed by Pro customers.
In terms of design, building a website with PortfolioBox is as easy as using a word processor. You edit pages and documents right in your browser. You can apply various styles for displaying both text and images to your preferences, and they can differ from one page to the next. Best of all, no coding knowledge is necessary.
Domain Names
Every customer who signs up for a free account is automatically given a domain name on the PortfolioBox site. This technically means you are getting a subdomain of PortfolioBox.net; using your own domain requires upgrading to the Pro version. Upgrading may be worth it if you want your visitors to see your site as completely independent, otherwise feel free to stick with free.
Pricing and Features
PortfolioBox’s free account comes with up to 10 pages and the ability to upload and display 50 images. You can also use the 0% commission e-commerce solution built into PortfolioBox.
The Pro account comes with unlimited pages and up to 1000 images. You also have access to the 0% commission e-commerce tool as well as your own domain name, 24/7 support, and no advertising link on your pages. It costs USD $6.90/month.
If you are looking for a simple and easy website building tool designed for creatives, give PortfolioBox a look. While it is lacking in more advanced features, it may work well for you.