Community First Web terms and conditions
Please read these terms before applying. They explain what's included, what your group needs to provide and what happens after the free hosting period.
1. What the programme is for
Community First Web helps community groups get a simple website where people can find out about their activities and how to get involved.
It's intended for community-focused groups rather than typical commercial businesses. I review applications to check whether the project fits the programme.
2. Who can apply
The programme is intended for:
- Community groups and volunteer projects.
- Charities and non-profit projects.
- Youth clubs and children's activity groups.
- Sports clubs and dance groups.
- Arts, music and hobby groups.
- Parent groups and support groups.
- Local community events and programmes.
Small membership or activity fees are fine where the group's main purpose is community participation.
Applications from typical commercial businesses may be declined.
3. Available places
I usually support around three groups each month.
If places are full, your application may be considered for a future month. Applying doesn't guarantee a place.
4. Setup cost
There is a £10 one-off website setup fee. This helps cover setting up the website and registering a domain if your group needs one.
The fee is payable once your group confirms it wants to go ahead.
5. Your domain name
If your group doesn't have a domain name, one may be registered as part of the setup.
If you already own a domain, it can usually be used instead.
Domains are normally registered for one year and need renewing each year if you continue using them.
Your group is responsible for paying for domain renewals. The renewal price depends on the domain chosen, so I can't confirm the cost until we know which domain you'll use.
6. Hosting and email
Hosting and one email account are free for the first three months after your website goes live.
After that, you can choose to continue hosting and the email account for £5 a month.
If you don't continue hosting after the free period, the website will be taken offline.
7. What's included in the website
The website will provide information about your group and how people can get involved. This could include:
- What your group does.
- Activities and session times.
- Where to find you.
- Contact details.
- Basic pages explaining your organisation.
Booking systems, online shops and more complex custom features aren't included.
8. What your group needs to provide
Your group is responsible for providing the information needed for the website, including:
- Text about the group.
- Photos and logos, if available.
- Activity or event details.
- Contact details.
Anything you provide must be appropriate and lawful.
9. Checking the website
I'll normally share a preview before the website goes live so your group can check the information and ask for small corrections.
10. Changes and updates
Small changes may be possible during the initial setup.
Updates after the website goes live may need a hosting plan or a separate support arrangement.
11. Applications I may decline
I may decline applications that don't fit the programme. This includes projects that are mainly commercial or need features outside the offer.
12. Changes to the programme
The programme and these terms may be updated as the service changes.
Ready to apply?
Return to the Community First Web application page.