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google.com is ranked #1 as the most popular website in the world for April 2024. The average amount of time that users spend on the website is 00:10:47 minutes, and they see, on average, 8.83 pages per visit. Pages per visit is a popular engagement metric that is calculated by dividing the total number of website views by the total number of visitors. The bounce rate for google.com is 27.93%, meaning that 27.93% of visitors leave the website after viewing just one page. In addition to being ranked the number one website, google.com is also the top website in the Computers Electronics and Technology > Search Engines category.

youtube.com and facebook.com are ranked 2nd and 3rd in the list. In terms of user engagement, youtube.com has an average visit duration of 00:20:13 minutes, an average pages per visit of 11.84, and a bounce rate of 22.11%. Similarly, facebook.com’s average visit duration is 00:10:32 minutes, its average pages per visit is 9.54, and its bounce rate is 31.18%.

instagram.com is a top Computers Electronics and Technology > Social Media Networks website that ranks in 4th place. On average, visitors remain on-site for 00:08:18 minutes and 36.09% of those visits bounce after viewing just one page. In addition, the average website pages viewed per visit is 11.74.

Number five on our list is twitter.com, a top Computers Electronics and Technology > Social Media Networks website. Visitors see 10.99 pages per visit and spend 00:11:06 minutes on the website. The bounce rate for twitter.com is 31.95%.

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Question: Which is the most visited website in the world? Answer: google.com is the most visited website in the world in April 2024.

Question: Which is the 2nd most visited website in the world? Answer: youtube.com is the 2nd most visited website in the world in April 2024.

Question: What are the top 5 most popular websites in the world? Answer: The top 5 most popular websites in the world in April 2024 are: 1. google.com 2. youtube.com 3. facebook.com 4. instagram.com 5. twitter.com.

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Between September and November 2023, Google.com held the leading position as the most popular website worldwide with 175 billion average monthly visits. The online platform has held the top spot as the most popular website since June 2010, when it pulled ahead of Yahoo into first place. Second-ranked YouTube generated more than 113 billion monthly visits in the measured period.

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Video sharing platform TikTok has been named the world’s most popular website for 2021.

Web giant has Cloudflare published a list of the top 10 websites for 2020 and 2021, based on data aggregated through its Radar service, showing that TikTok.com rose to the number one spot, leapfrogging the likes of Google .com (#2), Facebook.com (#3), Microsoft .com (#4) and Apple .com (#5).

Drilling deeper into the data, Cloudflare discovered that TikTok first hit the number one spot on February 17, 2021, reaching the famed position a few more times during the month. It wasn’t until August 10, 2021, that being #1 was no longer a sporadic thing, but a regular event. On days when TikTok isn’t leading the charge, Google briefly takes over. 

YouTube's moment to shine

In a blog post , Cloudflare explained that its conclusions are drawn from “aggregated data from the 1.1.1.1 Public DNS Resolver” and a “range of data” that Cloudflare has about global internet traffic patterns. 

YouTube has its day in the sun on February 2, the day when Superbowl commercials made it online, but also the day after the Myanmar coup, where a video of a fitness instructor video became a viral sensation and became immortalized through memes. 

Facebook’s mostly been holding on to the #3 spot, except for October 2021, when the whole “we locked ourselves out of the car” fiasco took place. During those days, Facebook only managed to drop to #4, which speaks more about Microsoft and Apple, who have been clinging onto the fourth and fifth positions, respectively. 

Cloudflare’s report also discusses the effects Squid Game had on Netflix’s positioning, the fight among e-commerce giants, and what we can expect from meta-oriented websites in 2022 and beyond.

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Top 100 Most Visited Websites in the World

Written by Leigh McKenzie

Over 1.9 billion websites make up the internet. However, a select few dominate online traffic.

According to the latest data from Semrush’s Traffic Analytics tool , the 100 most visited sites range from search engines and social media to e-commerce and news.

The table below ranks the web’s top destinations by monthly visits. It offers a fascinating look at where people spend their time online. Use it to guide your digital marketing, stay informed, or simply satisfy your curiosity.

Just a heads up: we’ve tidied up our list a bit. We removed any NSFW websites to keep it clean and clear for you.

Most Visited Websites In The World (May 2024)

This is a detailed list of the most visited websites globally. We used data from Semrush to find accurate website traffic estimates. Semrush is a leading digital marketing platform.

All traffic data comes from April 2024 traffic estimates. Please be aware we also removed explicit websites from our rankings.

What Is The #1 Most Visited Website?

As of May 2024, the most visited website in the world is Google. The next most popular websites are YouTube, Facebook, Wikipedia, and Twitter (X).

It's worth noting that the total number of website visits differs from the number of unique visitors. In a world with 8 billion people, 164.6 billion monthly visits can happen because certain people visit the site multiple times daily.

The only other site that competes with Google in total visits worldwide is YouTube, at 110.3 billion. Notably, both websites are owned and operated by Alphabet Inc., highlighting their dominance in the space.

Top 100 Most Visited Websites Globally

As you can see from this list, many of the most popular websites globally are huge brands like Google, YouTube, Amazon, and Facebook. People spend most of their time online on social media platforms, search engines, and news or media websites.

These brands are not necessarily new. In fact, many have been around for decades. So we decided to see which of these top websites are experiencing an upward trend right now.

5-year search growth:  1,314%

Search growth status: Exploding

Monthly traffic (Global): 807,700,000

Description:  Canva is a graphic design platform with drag-and-drop capabilities to empower non-designers. The platform has pre-made templates for resumes, logos, banners, social media posts, and much more, so users can create designs faster. Canva has experienced explosive growth, serving 125 million customers today.

5-year search growth: 1,150%

Monthly traffic (Global): 100 ,000,000

Description: Figma is a collaborative interface design application recently acquired by Adobe for $20 billion. This easy-to-use drag-and-drop design tool bridges the gap between product and design teams.

3. DeepL Translator

5-year search growth: 471%

Monthly traffic (Global): 254,000,000

Description: DeepL is an artificial neural machine translation service. This network service can translate documents, files, images, and text into 31 different languages. The algorithm is advanced because it uses artificial intelligence to replicate human intelligence to generate more accurate translations than Google Translate.

5-year search growth:  121%

Search growth status: Regular

Monthly traffic (Global): 3,300,000,000

Description: Fandom is a fan-hosted wiki and the largest entertainment and gaming website. Over 350 million users can learn more about their favorite shows, movies, games, and comic books in dedicated communities. Fandom hosts over 250k communities and 40 million pages of content.

5. Telegram

5-year search growth:  416%

Monthly traffic (Global): 384,900,000

Description: Telegram is a cloud-based instant messaging app that allows users to send messages and share media with individuals and groups. It boasts over 500 million monthly active users and has grown because of its advanced end-to-end encryption and focus on user privacy.

5-year search growth:  117%

Monthly traffic (Global): 209,000,000

Description: Okta is a cloud-based identity management company that helps organizations secure their network and applications. Over 17,00 customers using Okta can link all company apps, logins, and devices to improve company security.

7. WhatsApp

5-year search growth: 203%

Description:  WhatsApp is a free instant messaging app with VoIP support for users. The app is owned by Meta and ranks as one of the most popular messaging and social media apps in the world. WhatsApp currently has over 2 billion monthly active users . 

8. Bilibili

5-year search growth: 800%

Monthly traffic (Global): 282,100,000

Description: Bilibili is an online entertainment platform in China. It's most commonly used for live video streaming and online gaming. Currently, the platform serves over 326 million users each month.

5-year search growth:  255%

Monthly traffic (Global): 3,000,000,000

Description: Yandex is Russia's most popular search engine. The company provides many of the same features Google does, like maps, translation, navigation, weather, etc. Yandex owned 62.6 percent of the search market in Russia in 2022. 

10. Shopify

5-year search growth:  137%

Monthly traffic (Global): 201,700,000

Description: Shopify is a leading e-commerce platform that enables entrepreneurs and businesses to create and manage their online stores. The platform provides drag-and-drop web design, hosting, and payment processing. Shopify has 2.1 million daily active users and over 218 million people have bought something from a Shopify store.

That caps off our in-depth list of the 100 most visited websites worldwide.

A prevalent pattern among the most popular websites is their relation to search engines (Google, DuckDuckGo, Bing, etc.), social media (Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok), and news or media (CNN, Fox News, etc.).

Keep checking back here each month to find updated traffic data and new trending websites.

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Reading and writing, entertainment and video, shopping and travel, web applications and tools, music and multimedia, news and information, fun and games, productivity and new media.

There are millions upon millions of websites, but the ones we visit are probably the same ones we always visit. However, there are many amazingly useful sites that you might not know about that could soon become your new favorites.

These sites exist to save time and money, to help us search more effectively, to drill down into reference materials, and so much more.

• Wikibooks : A giant collection of online textbooks that anyone can edit.
• HyperHistory : A visual timeline of 3,000 years of world history. Select a link to be taken to a whole new panorama of information.
• TinEye : A reverse image search engine that lets you see where an image is being used on the web by running a visual search against a database of billions of images.
• Digital History : For anyone who wants more information on U.S. history, this is the place to look. It has primary sources, quizzes, and more, all print-friendly.
• Wayback Machine : Visit an archived version of a web page to access the page as it was when it was archived, even if things have changed since then.
• Project Gutenberg : A huge database of tens of thousands of free downloadable books (you can read them online, too).
• ManyBooks : Tons of free Kindle books and books in other formats (and in dozens of languages) for your computer or eReader.
• Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL) : A fantastic array of hundreds of free resources for improving your writing. Includes an updated MLA style guide.
• LibraryThing : Share what you're reading with millions of other users, and connect with people that read similar books.
• Hemingway Editor : Have you ever been curious if your writing is too hard to read or could improve? Paste the text into this site to see the readability score and suggested edits.
• Freevee : Did you know Amazon Prime Video also has free, ad-supported movies? All you need is an Amazon account.
• JustWatch : Ever wondered where a movie or TV show can be streamed the cheapest, or even free? Check out this site before you decide to purchase or rent a movie; you might be surprised where else it's available.
• Zamzar : A file converter where you can upload any media file format and change it into another format absolutely free of charge and without installing any software.
• Internet Movie Poster Awards : Get the first look at the very latest movie posters. Archives go back to 1912.
• Animoto : Make a video using your own images and music, with professional looking effects.
• Internet Movie Script Database : If you're looking for a movie script, IMSDb is where you need to be. It's a great way to get another point of view on your favorite film.
• Woot : One of the best places to find deals on the web; everything from home and kitchen items to gadgets and technology-related products.
• RetailMeNot : A coupon website that has coupons for both online and in-store products.
• FlightAware : A free live flight tracker where you can view and track the activity of any private or commercial flight, as well as get printable airport information.
• TrustedHouseSitters : Quit paying nightly rates when you need somewhere to stay during trips. This site lets you apply to stay in an unlimited number of homes all over the world for an affordable yearly fee, in exchange for watching the owner's home and oftentimes their animals.
• Mint : Free and automatic money management. Mint is a great way to be on top of your finances and is one of the best money management apps .
• Tripit : Forward confirmation emails to a special email address to automatically create a master itinerary for your trips.
• Saltify.io : Share sensitive information through unique, password-protected and encrypted links that automatically expire after a set time.
• amCharts : Free and customizable JavaScript charts, maps, and timelines. There are some delightful images here to use for your presentations or projects.
• DWService : Run this remote access tool on a computer to access it from any web browser.
• Mutual Backup : Keep your important files encrypted and backed up on a friend's computer for free.
• Wormhole : Share large files and folders through your web browser with end-to-end encryption.
• iHeart : Find free streaming radio stations across the U.S. of any music you're interested in.
• HypeMachine : Listen to the music that people are talking about on the web.
• Gnoosic : Discover new music that you didn't even know you liked.
• Miro : Free, open source video player that works with a huge variety of video file formats. Also lets you use torrents, convert files, and share files over your network.
• Magnatune : A unique website of free streaming music , most of which is unique to this site.
• Upstract : This is the mother of news aggregators . Previously called Popurls, it's an awesome way to get quick information from a variety of popular online sources. On a single page are listings from Reddit, Google News, X (formerly Twitter), Digg, Vice, Medium, CNN, YouTube, and other sites.
• BoingBoing : An exceedingly eclectic array of information gathered from all over the web.
• Techmeme : One of the best places to get breaking technology news.
• Drudge Report : Find news that's off the beaten track. It's usually one of the first places to break really big news items.
• Paper Toys : Hundreds of free custom-designed paper models that you can print out and fold yourself.
• Web Sudoku : Play Sudoku for free with literally thousands of different combinations.
• Miniclip : Tons of cute animated games for kids and adults.
• Wordle : Can you guess the five-letter word in six tries?
• Escape Team : Experience escape rooms at home with these printable escape room games that are paired with a mobile app.
• Focusmate : Connect with other people over video who need an accountability partner to get something done.
• Artful Agenda : An online calendar inspired by paper planners.
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• Netvibes : A start page for the web ; you can personalize your Netvibes to your unique preferences.

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Web design is one of the main factors that determines whether a user will stay on your website. In fact, 94% of first imp

ressions are related to your website’s design.

A good website design should be simple, functional, and consistent with your company’s branding. More specifically, the best-designed websites use a grid-based layout (you should adapt your layout to the type of content you share) to keep content aligned, optimize load time , are mobile-friendly, and use compelling copy.

Since many elements of web design will vary depending on your industry and the type of content you share, we created a collection of the best-designed websites in the world, so you can find inspiration for your website design .

1. Avoriaz 1800 – Visite Virtuelle

Avoriaz 1800 is a ski resort in Morzine, France, that offers breathtaking views.

On the website, users can choose between a winter tour and a summer tour to explore the village’s apartments and ski areas through a 360-degree panoramic virtual tour . What makes this website one of the best-designed websites in the world is the 360-degree views it offers, which allow users to feel like they’re part of the experience.

Consider investing to create something similar if you’re in the travel and hospitality industry . Offering a virtual tour that allows users to experience a destination before booking can cause reservations to increase between 16% and 67% . 

• Website Type : Hospitality 
• Design Characteristics : Animation, 360-degree, Storytelling, Photo and Video
• Technologies Used : CSS3, HTML5, Apache
• Colors Used : Blue

2. Playbook

Playbook is a cloud storage platform for designers. When looking at this website you’ll see that what captures the user’s attention is how clean the design is. Not only does this follow an important aspect of web design, but it also matches the company’s product: a way to manage files and folders in a visually organized way.

For a technology company targeting designers, having a clean design will show users what you’re capable of and why they should trust your product or service. The website also incorporates elements of interactivity, which creates a more personalized and engaging experience for the users.

• Website Type : Startup, Technology
• Design Characteristics : Clean, Photography, Gallery, UI design 
• Technologies Used : Ruby, GraphQL, React
• Colors Used : Red

3. Animus Studios

Animus Studios is a video agency committed to making the work with their clients fun and organized. They do so by creating original video content that is focused on storytelling. 

What makes this website stand out is the colorful animation it offers. Not only is animation a great way to stand out from other websites, but here, it’s also a way to indirectly show the company’s capabilities in terms of video making.

• Website Type : Business, Agency
• Design Characteristics : Animation, Colorful, Video
• Technologies Used : Craft CMS
• Colors Used : Blue, Red, Yellow

4. PUBLIC DOMAIN

PUBLIC DOMAIN is an innovative, interactive, and experimental website founded by Virgil Abloh to show his collections (in particular, Off-White x Nike Collaborations) and to tease upcoming product launches. More than a catalog, his website is designed to look like Virgil’s own desktop.

What makes this website different from any other web design we’ve seen is the unusual content structure — the way the information is presented and organized on a site, and in particular the hierarchy of different pages. PUBLIC DOMAIN doesn’t have different pages and the content is organized in a very interactive way.

• Website Type : Fashion
• Design Characteristics : Big Background Images, Gallery, Horizontal Menu, Content Architecture
• Technologies Used : JavaScript, HTML5
• Colors Used : Black, Silver, White

5. Globalance World

Globalance World is an interactive investment platform that enables users to make investment decisions based on economic, societal, and environmental factors like climate, footprint, megatrends, and returns. This site offers one of the most simple and best designed interactive experiences on the web; it also has a very responsive design, meaning content and design are adapted to work well for all devices. In addition to interactivity, this website uses the right color scheme (in particular, the color yellow) to convey a fun aspect. 

For example, users can choose a real portfolio or market index and visualize various types of data through different views (like globe, city, or map), or they can opt to compare two market indices (like S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100). The goal of these interactive elements is to provide investors with a fun way of making good long-term decisions. 

In a competitive industry like business or finance, having interactive experiences on your website allows you to stand out from the crowd and keep your users engaged.

• Website Type : Business, Finance
• Design Characteristics : Interactive, Responsive, Data Visualization, 3D
• Technologies Used : next.js, CSS3 , Three.js, React, D3, GraphQL
• Colors Used : Black, Grey, Yellow

UXPERT is a digital agency that focuses on designing beautiful user experiences. Given the type of service this agency offers, it’s not a surprise that this website boasts an innovative user interface , with an unparalleled user experience.

The user interface is fairly simple: on the homepage, users can play a short showreel to learn about the brand. They can then scroll down to learn more about the services, works, and awards. Did you know that 71% of B2B marketers use video marketing? Using a short showreel can help you improve your user experience, especially if you’re targeting busy users.

• Type : Business, Agency
• Design Characteristics : Animation, Clean, Graphic design, Innovative UI 
• Technologies Used : WordPress, CSS3, HTML5
• Colors Used : Black, White, Yellow

MAD is a creative digital design agency. This website takes a creative approach to interactivity to create an unusual design that helps capture the users’ attention. Users can play with the MAD logo, move objects around, and more. As a result, they stay longer on the site, see it as a leading-edge company they can trust for creative work, and are more likely to connect with it for business.

By using these unexpected interactive effects, MAD manages to juice up the user experience and create interest and curiosity. 

• Website Type : Business, Agency 
• Design Characteristics , Experimental, Unusual Design, Transitions, Filters and Effects, Innovative UI Design, Microinteractions
• Technologies Used : CSS3, HTML5, WebGL, Nginx, React
• Colors Used : Black, Orange, White

Glob is an eCommerce site selling reusable bags for a plastic-free lifestyle.

This website makes creative use of filters and effects to grab the users’ attention by making the design more entertaining. In particular, users can use their mouse to interact with designs through a liquify effect while scrolling through the website. This makes the shopping experience on Glob more appealing compared to a traditional web design. 

• Website Type : eCommerce, Fashion
• Design Characteristics : Interactive, Big Background Images, Animation, Filters and Effects
• Technologies Used : WebGL
• Colors Used : Black, Orange

9. Gucci Beauty Foundation

The Gucci Beauty Foundation is a subdomain of Gucci’s website dedicated to their popular foundation product. The page offers a quiz game, interactive shades palettes, and short video tutorials to discover its uses in an entertaining way.

Just like Gucci, you can consider dedicating a subdomain or subfolder of your website to present a specific product in an interactive way , to create a buzz in your industry, and keep your audience engaged.

• Website Type : Promotional, Fashion
• Design Characteristics : Clean, Colorful, Single Page, Gestures, Interactive
• Technologies Used : CSS3, HTML5, React, Anime.js
• Colors Used : Green, Pink, Yellow

10. Mario Russo Archive

If you’re looking for web design inspiration for your art portfolio, artist Mario Russo’s Archive presents a simple and innovative way of showing your work.

This website has a responsive design and makes use of simple and beautiful typography to tell a story. Typography (which includes font style, appearance, and structure) is one of the most important factors that impact user experience. One study found that 46% of consumers base their decisions about a website’s credibility on its visual appeal and aesthetics (which are, for about 90% of users, based on typography alone).

• Website Type : Portfolio, Art
• Design Characteristics : Responsive Design, Appealing Typography, Storytelling
• Technologies Used : CSS3, HTML5, jQuery , Typekit
• Colors Used : Black, Silver

11. Yusuke Fukunaga

Yusuke Fukunaga’s portfolio is worth looking at if you’re looking for web design inspiration for a dynamic content portfolio , such as a developer portfolio. 

Using parallax effect — where the position of an object appears different when viewed from different angles — and infinite scroll technology , this freelancer front-end developer based in Tokyo shows his portfolio of websites.

While the website design is simple (one main page, with about and contact sections) this is, at the same time, one of the most innovative website designs on this list.

• Website Type : Portfolio, Developer
• Design Characteristics : Infinite Scroll, Parallax, Scrolling, Filters and Effects
• Technologies Used : WebGL, GSAP Animation, Three.js
• Colors Used : Black

12. IdeaRocket

IdeaRocket is an animation studio based in New York City. What makes their website one of the best designed websites is the exceptional user experience and the way examples of work are presented. 

In the “works” section, users can choose a category (like 2D animation, 3D animation, etc.) and click on a project to open a high-quality video. If you want to add videos to your website, you should take a look at the way IdeaRocket does this.

• Design Characteristics : Animation, Video, Scrolling, Illustration, Storytelling
• Technologies Used : WordPress, CSS3, HTML5. GSAP Animation
• Colors Used : Black, Blue, Orange

13. Low Five Brewing

With a simple (yet interesting and innovative) design, Low Five Brewing is one of our favorite single-page websites. This type of website features all content on one page, without using a menu. This makes navigation easy, improves website load time, and makes the website more responsive.  

Users can learn about this Amsterdam-based brewery just by scrolling through the web page. At the bottom, users can find a link to the webshop, which brings them to another site — also extremely simple and minimalistic — where they can purchase beer.

If you’re in the eCommerce space (especially if you only sell a few items), we suggest you get inspiration from this website design, since single pages can increase conversions by 37.5% . 

• Website Type : eCommerce, Food & Beverage
• Design Characteristics : Single page, Unusual Navigation, Responsive
• Technologies Used : Vue.js, Nuxt.js

14. Swissdent

Premium dental products brand Swissdent created a website that uses outstanding photography to tell a story. The minimalistic and impressively clean web design gives users an outstanding shopping experience. Focusing on a few items and on a minimalistic design is important for eCommerce sites, where avoiding too many options and limiting distractions often result in more sales.

• Website Type : eCommerce
• Design Characteristics : Photography, Animation, Clean, Minimalistic, Parallax, Transitions
• Technologies Used : WordPress, CSS3, HTML5, GSAP Animation, PHP
• Colors Used : Black, Red, White

15. Goodfight

Goodfight is a creative fashion label based in Los Angeles. With infinite scrolling technology on a horizontal menu and layout , this website manages to create an engaging experience for users who want to learn more about the brand. Considering 72.9% of all eCommerce sales will happen on mobile devices, adding a simple layout, such as infinite scrolling, can contribute to your website’s conversion rate.

• Design Characteristics : Horizontal Menu, Horizontal Layout, Responsive Design, Transitions, Filters and Effects

16. Hanwag – 100 Years

Hanwag is a German footwear company. When it comes to using web design for storytelling , the Hanwag – 100 Years subdomain was our top choice. 

It consists of a single page, detailing the history of the Hanwag brand from the very first shoemaker’s shop in 1921 to the 500,000 pairs of shoes expected to be manufactured in 2022. Storytelling allows you to humanize your brand and increases the chance of potential customers remembering your company. 

• Design Characteristics : Experimental, Retro, Scrolling, Illustration
• Colors Used : Red, White, Blue

17. Fabulatorij

If you’re a fan of vector graphics — which use geometric shapes to create images — we suggest you scroll through this event agency’s website to find some ideas for your site design. 

With hard lines and a fresh style, Fabulatorij managed to create a modern and edgy-looking website that focuses on the company’s services and work samples (that are presented through videos).

• Website Type : Business, Events
• Design Characteristics : Animation, Colorful, Vector, Illustration, Responsive, Filters and Effects
• Technologies Used : GSAP Animation, VideoJS, Vue.js, Nuxt.js, Netlify

18. BURGER & SAUCE

The BURGER & SAUCE website uses stunning big background images to share its handmade burgers, offering an impressive and memorable experience for users

Did you know that 82% of people buy meals just because of how they look in a picture? If you’re looking for web design ideas for a restaurant, you can’t miss out on seeing how BURGER & SAUCE lets high-quality photos tell a story that generates user interest.

• Website Type : Business, Restaurant
• Design Characteristics : Big Background Images, Vector, Responsive
• Technologies Used : WordPress, SVG, Cloudflare

19. Westbound Mag – Stories And Places

The Westbound Mag is our top pick when it comes to web design for a blog or magazine. When creating this site, the developer created a minimalist style that captures the readers’ attention. 

This online magazine is characterized by a coconut white background color and high-quality images to create an enjoyable reading experience. When you’re designing an online magazine, it’s important you make the reader experience as enjoyable as possible by selecting the right font, colors, and visual assets.

• Website Type : Blog
• Design Characteristics : Photography, Clean, Minimal, Typography, Responsive, Storytelling
• Technologies Used : WordPress, Bootstrap, WooCommerce
• Colors Used : Red, Black, White, Silver

20. April Group

Real estate investment company April Group created one of the best designed websites in the real estate industry.

The web design is extremely professional and makes remarkable use of photos and videos to show the properties in a simple and organized way. Considering that homes with high-quality and professional photos sell 32% faster and sell at or above list price 44% of the time, make photography the focus of your website design if you’re in the real estate industry. 

• Website Type : Business (Real Estate)
• Design Characteristics : Big Background Images, Clean, Minimalistic, Vertical Menu

21. USAF ECHO

The U.S. Air Force created a cinematic website called USAF ECHO where users face challenges in order to test skills like focus, composure, and reaction.

The Enhanced Cognitive Human Ops website uses a WebGL (Web Graphics Library) API to create an engaging and interactive user experience through the use of high-performance 3D graphics . To engage your website’s visitors, consider using 3D graphics — you don’t need to have a game to offer as you can use this to show your products or services, or to tell a story about your brand.

• Website Type : Games & Entertainment
• Design Characteristics : Clean, Transitions, 3D, Filters and Effects, Microinteractions
• Colors Used : Black, Blue, Silver

22. Wax Poetics

Through the use of animation and interactive elements, the Wax Poetics music journal community created a highly engaging online magazine for music enthusiasts.

If you have a blog, online magazine, or any type of website with a lot of posts, we suggest you explore this website to find inspiration from the innovative way articles are presented to keep users engaged.

• Website Type : Magazine, Music
• Design Characteristics : Animation, Colorful, Interactive Design, Microinteractions
• Colors Used : Black, Green, Red

23. The Atlas of Moons

The Atlas of Moons website by National Geographic was the Webby Awards 2020 winner for best use of animation or motion graphics — which goes to websites that integrate animation to enhance the user experience.

On this award-winning website, users can virtually fly through the moons and learn everything about them in an unparalleled interactive setting.

• Website Type : Learning
• Design Characteristics : 3D, Interactive, Animation, Scrolling Navigation
• Technologies Used : WebGL, JavaScript, GSAP, React, three.js, Python

24. The Body Issue – Every Body Has a Story

The “ Every Body Has a Story” website by ESPN won the Webby Awards 2020 best visual design functionality award, which goes to sites that rely on visual design elements to create a seamless user experience.

This website shows the world’s best athletes using an interactive interface and stunning photography. Considering that while only 10% of people remember what they hear, 80% of people remember what they see and do. As a result, focusing on high-quality images is the best way to tell a story on your website. 

• Website Type : Media, Sports
• Design Characteristics : Interactive, Photography, Transitions, Filters and Effects
• Technologies Used : GSAP (Greensock), Hammer.JS

25. Ending FGM – A Piece of Me

The UNFPA created the “ Ending FGM – A piece of me” website , winner of the 2020 Webby Awards for the best use of video or moving image .

Through the use of animation and astonishing photos and videos, this website tells an impactful story focused on the mission to deliver a world where every pregnancy is wanted.

• Website Type : Health Agency
• Design Characteristics : Responsive Design, Video, Moving Images
• Colors Used : Yellow, Orange, Pink

26. LeBron James’ Los Angeles

Created by sports powerhouse ESPN, the “Welcome to Bron Bron Land” website was awarded by Webby Awards the title of the best user interface in 2020.

The interactive website is an educational journey of how LeBron’s roots set the foundation for his growing empire. Creating a great user interface will facilitate the interactions between you and your website’s visitors and, ultimately, increase conversions. For example, a study performed by Forrester Research found that a good interface can improve conversion rates by up to 200% . 

• Design Characteristics : Interactive, Transitions, Filters and Effects, Innovative UI
• Colors Used : Purple, Gold, White, Black

The Lusion website by creative studio Lusion Ltd is the Webby Awards 2020 winner of the best aesthetic visual design , awarded to sites that are aesthetically emotional and beautiful. The site features stunning graphics and effects that attract users’ attention. Consider using similar animations to make your website stand out. 

• Design Characteristics : Interactive, Animation, 3D
• Technologies Used : WebGL, Three.js 
• Colors Used : Black, White

28. 2019: The Year In Pictures

Summarizing the news, entertainment, and sports that characterized 2019 through photos, the “2019: The Year In Pictures” website by CNN won the 2020 Webby Award for the best use of photography , granted to websites that rely on photographic imagery to enhance user experience. If you have an information website, photography is one of the elements you should focus on to increase exposure. 

• Website Type : Information (News, Entertainment, Sports)
• Design Characteristics : Photography, Big Background Images, Single-page
• Colors Used : Black, Blue, Green, Red

29. Human Interaction Company

The Human Interaction Company is dedicated to making interactions between humans and computers more joyful.

This company’s website is the Webby Awards 2020 winner for the best practices award — which is given to websites with the most innovative and advanced website designs . In particular, the best practices refer to content, structure, navigation, visual design, interactivity, functionality, and overall experience. Use this website as a model for technical design inspiration, especially if you’re in the business space.

• Design Characteristics : Interactive, Content architecture, Copy design, Photo & Video, UI design
• Technologies Used : CSS Framework, React
• Colors Used : Red, Yellow

30. Drone VR

The Drone VR website by Very Big Things is the Webby Awards 2020 winner for technical achievement . It managed to set new industry standards in user experience through innovative web technology . With this website, Very Big Things achieved its goal of making the pilot certification process more enjoyable. 

Using 3D video graphics is an uncommon way to stand out and come through as a creative website. If you’re a software company, adding 3D video graphics to your website will make you appear up-to-date and original.

• Website Type : Business, Software 
• Design Characteristics : 3D, Interactive
• Technologies Used : WebGL, Three.js, React
• Colors Used : Green, Red, Yellow

31. Codex Atlanticus

Codex Atlanticus by The Visual Agency (in collaboration with the Biblioteca Ambrosiana) is the Webby Awards 2020 winner of the best data visualization award. On this website, users can explore a collection of Leonardo da Vinci’s writings and drawings. The Codex Atlanticus is the leading website when it comes to illustrating complex datasets in an innovative, visually appealing, and easily comprehensible way.

• Website Type : Data
• Design Characteristics : Illustration, Interactive, Data Visualization, Storytelling, Content Architecture
• Technologies Used : Vue.js
• Colors Used : Black, Green

32. Spotify: Your 2019 Wrapped

Your 2019 Wrapped by Spotify won three Webby Awards in 2020: best data visualization, best user experience, and best website in the music industry .

To create this website, Spotify used complex datasets and turned them into visually appealing representations that are easy to understand and navigate through. If you have data that your users would benefit from seeing, you can use a similar, interactive data visualization web design.

• Website Type : Music 
• Design Characteristics : Interactive, Animation, Transitions, Data Visualization, Responsive
• Colors Used : Black, Green, Pink

33. Climate Science, Risk & Solutions

The Climate Science, Risk & Solutions website by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology won the best individual editorial feature 2020 Webby Award for websites that use innovative interaction design and multimedia storytelling components. The goal of this website is to make climate information accessible to everyone. For better storytelling, you can use an interactive design similar to this one by MIT.

• Website Type : Organization
• Design Characteristics : Interactive Design, Storytelling
• Technologies Used : Elasticsearch, Vue.js

34. Pattern Radio: Whale Songs

Developed by Google Creative Lab — in collaboration with research oceanographer Ann Allen at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center (PIFSC) — the Pattern Radio website won the 2020 best navigation/structure Webby Award for websites that offer innovative content architecture to enhance the user experience.

The website uses Artificial Intelligence and allows users to easily explore thousands of hours of hunchback whale songs — to make anyone part of this interesting phenomenon.

• Website Type : Government, AI
• Design Characteristics : Navigation, Site Structure, Heat Maps
• Technologies Used : WebGL, Pixi.js, ResNet-50

35. Buero112

Digital design and branding agency Buero112 created a website that is characterized by extraordinary storytelling through the use of video and image animation. This is extremely powerful, given that users retain 95% of a message when they watch it in a video compared to 10% when reading it.

When landing on this website, a video immediately plays, showing the company’s work through eye-catching moving images. This way, users don’t have to click, scroll, or take any other action. No matter what industry you’re in, you can take advantage of similar features to help users easily consume information on your site . 

• Design Characteristics : Video, Moving Images, Animation, Responsive, Single-page
• Technologies Used : jQuery
• Colors Used : White

36. NexBank

Top-performing U.S. Bank NexBank’s website features Institutional, Commercial, and Mortgage Banking services. This website offers an engaging experience thanks to 3D path transitions and the use of animation. Adding 3D graphics to a business-related industry will make your website more entertaining and visually appealing.

• Website Type : Business, Banking
• Design Characteristics : Animation, Clean, Parallax, 3D Path Transitions, Overlay Menu, 
• Technologies Used : CSS3, HTML5, jQuery, SVG

37. Cantamañanas International Urban Art Festival

Cantamañanas is an international urban art festival. On the website, users can learn about upcoming events in an interactive, 360-degree view. This website takes a bold approach to present information for an event. A user can use their mouse to explore the location, upcoming events, artists, and more.

• Website Type : Event
• Design Characteristics : Experimental, 360, Graphic design, Typography, Unusual Navigation

38. Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts

Celebrating the museum’s best art collections and exhibitions, the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts website is the Webby Awards winner of the best school website in 2020. This website is all about minimal design and clear navigation. If you want to simply share useful information without too many distractions or fancy animations, a simple and clean web design like this is the best choice for you.

• Website Type : Education, Culture
• Design Characteristics : Colorful, Responsive, Simple

39. Bugaboo

Iconic stroller brand Bugaboo is the Webby Awards 2020 Winner of the best shopping website . With the use of interaction and a clean and simple design, the Bugaboo website is all about offering a seamless online shopping experience. 

Users can quickly compare different products and explore each through high-quality video and photos. The “customize” option is an example of how you can make your eCommerce website more interactive for visitors. 

• Design Characteristics : Interactive, Big Background Images, Clean, Graphic Design, Interactive 3D models
• Technologies Used : Dept SFRA, PWA

40. BASIC® Culture Manual

BASIC® is a branding and experience design agency. The BASIC® Culture Manual website was the Webby Awards 2020 winner of the employment award , given to websites that feature job and employment listings, services, or information. 

The Culture Manual website serves both as a guide to understand the brand and as a tool for recruiting and onboarding new employees.

• Website Type : Agency, Design, Culture
• Design Characteristics : Interactive, Experimental, Flashing images loading animation, Overlay menu flag effect animation
• Technologies Used : WebGL, GSAP (Greensock), Nginx, Hammer.JS

41. Nike Purpose Website

Created by Owen Jones and Partners, the Nike Purpose website is the Webby Awards 2020 corporate communications website winner.

The goal of corporate communication websites is to create a favorable point of view among the company’s — in this case, Nike’s — stakeholders (employees, media, customers, etc.) by sharing the core mission and values. 

This website is characterized by a simple and colorful design and uses videos and animations to invite users to learn more about the brand.

• Website Type : Fashion, Communication
• Design Characteristics : Colorful, Simple, Animation, Engaging 
• Technologies Used : WordPress, React, Redux, Docker, Express server, Webpack, Atom
• Colors Used : Black, White, Red, Blue, Pink

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The best web hosting services: Expert tested

If you want to build a website, there are dozens of web hosting providers available. Choosing the right web hosting service for you can be challenging, but you no longer need to be a programmer or pay someone to build advanced features such as e-commerce or forum management to launch a site.

Today many web providers will provide these functions, as well as a content management system and other features like SEO assistance and security checks, in standard subscription packages. Below, you will find our top recommendations for web hosting services, ranging from providers that give you a quick and easy way to build your website all the way up to the big companies that provide full data center infrastructure capabilities as a service.

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What is the best web hosting service right now?

ZDNET has conducted extensive research and hands-on testing with many of the top web hosting services. Our pick for the best web hosting service overall is Hostinger . Hostinger offers inexpensive plans starting at only $2.99/month suitable for most website owners. Its premium plan has everything you need: a website builder, WordPress integration, templates, emails, SEO, marketing help, and more. Read on for the rest of our picks for the best web hosting services.

Best web hosting services of 2024

Best web hosting service overall.

• Inexpensive
• One-click WordPress install
• Enhanced security limited to more expensive plans
• Prices jump on renewal

Hostinger's premium plan ($2.99/month, three months free) is excellent value for the money if you want to operate multiple websites for personal or business reasons under one account.

The premium plan supports up to 100 websites. It offers users 100GB storage, up to 100 email addresses and forwarders, free SSL website security, and unlimited bandwidth, and a free domain name. 

While there's no dedicated IP address, this won't bother most website owners. Furthermore, you'll be given basic e-commerce capabilities and one-click WordPress installation and migration. The same WordPress installation can be used to support multiple WordPress websites. 

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If you need a theme, Hostinger also provides a drag-and-drop website builder and 150 templates. The plan includes Google Analytics integration, SEO tools, and standard DDoS protection. 

Overall, we consider Hostinger's premium plan an excellent option for most website owners and small businesses. Business options begin at $2.99/month with three months added, for free.

A downside, however, is that you can only access more advanced features -- such as daily backups and increased performance -- with more expensive subscriptions. In addition, while many customers applaud Hostinger's customer service, there are reports of bounceback and slow loads by some clients operating multiple websites.

There is a limited, free plan available, with 300MB storage but no free domain or email.

Hostinger features:  cPanel : Yes |  SSL : Some plans |  SSH : Yes |  Backups : Yes |  Money-back guarantee : 30 days |  Support : 24/7, live chat support

Best web hosting service for professionals

• Over three-month money-back guarantee
• Many hosting options
• Email an additional cost

DreamHost's easy-to-use interface, efficiency, and customer support stand out to business owners and new webmasters alike. The hosting provider offers WordPress hosting, shared hosting, virtual private servers, dedicated servers, cloud hosting, and more. 

We particularly like that DreamHost offers G Suite integration, with domain integration and Google Cloud support. The company also provides a great set of resources and guides that can help customers grow their businesses, all in a cost-effective way. A free SSL certificate is available on all plans. 

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Nick Farnborough, the co-founder of  Clavis Social , told ZDNET that he has "tried almost every host out there over the years and ultimately found DreamHost to be the best overall package, taking into account cost, performance, and ease of use." 

Customers online, too, have applauded the customer support and value for money of this web host, although some also note that reaching customer support teams can be challenging. Prices begin at $2.95 per month for a basic, shared plan, with email available for an additional monthly fee.

DreamHost features :  cPanel : No, proprietary panel |  SSL : Free |  SSH : Yes |  Backups : Yes |  Money-back guarantee : 97 days |  Support : 24/7 chat, ticket, and call-back

Best budget web hosting service

• Affordable plans
• Paid plans can become expensive following promotion time periods

Ionos is one of our top picks for affordable, long-term web hosting. The web hosting provider offers reliable, stable uptime with daily backups included on all plans. Free wildcard SSL certificates, email, a free domain, and 24/7 support are also included. 

Customers report great customer service and uptime, as well as easy setup and web hosting transitions. 

Basic plans supporting one website and with 10 databases, alongside 10GB storage space, are typically $6/month, but with the agreement of a three-year plan, will cost you $4/month. A free domain name for one year is included. 

The top deal at the moment is for Ionos Plus, a website hosting package suitable for larger, scalable projects and WordPress. On a three-year plan, you will only pay $6/month and you can operate unlimited websites with unlimited databases and storage. You will also receive a wildcard SSL certificate.

Ionos f eatures:  cPanel : Yes |  SSL : Yes, wildcard |  SSH : Yes |  Backups : Daily |  Money-back guarantee : 30 days |  Support : 24/7

Best web hosting service for the environmentally-conscious

• Reasonably priced
• Eco-friendly
• On-demand backups limited to premium plans

GreenGeeks is a great web hosting option if you want to sign up for a sustainable, eco-conscious service.

GreenGeeks has developed its marketing around the concept of being environmentally friendly, with three times the power your hosting demands replaced with wind power credits and tree planting. 

It's not just the environmental factor, however -- GreenGeeks prides itself on a speedy, reliable service. Although the company's own website could use some modernization and an overhaul, the important part is the hosting, which includes standard hosting, WordPress installs, commerce, VPS, and dedicated tiers. 

You can expect to pay $2.95/month for basic plans, with options to upscale and grow over time. The basic web hosting plan only covers one website with 50GB storage, but once you move up a level, you can expect support for unlimited websites, managed WordPress installs, unlimited space, a free SSL certificate, and more. 

Customers applaud GreenGeek customer service, although there are reports of "hidden" fees related to specific products.

GreenGeeks f eatures:  cPanel : Yes |  SSL : Free |  SSH : Yes |  Backups : Varies by plan |  Money-back guarantee : 30 days |  Support : Depends on plan

Best web hosting service for GoDaddy domain customers

• Free, unlimited SSL for all websites on the Deluxe plan and up
• Tutorials online to help guide your website-creating process
• Large payment down to start hosting

GoDaddy has made a business of offering as wide an array of services as possible for individuals and small businesses in need of an internet presence. It's widely known, and many customers enjoy the service.

Pricing begins at $5.99/month for one website. With specific plans, you may be eligible for a free domain name and SSL certificate. Regarding security, automatic WordPress updates are applied and malware scanning services are available. Each plan comes with a one-click WordPress installation, a cPanel, and daily backups. 

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Customer service is reasonable, and, although not 24/7, if you need a technical lead to get something accomplished, you can usually find someone with a clue (after jumping through a few hoops, of course). However, the refund policy is restrictive and I would say the host's website is cluttered, making it difficult to find exactly what service you need -- and for what price.

ZDNET author David Gewirtz has decades of experience with GoDaddy, and he has come to respect how this web host provides the key services most customers want. They're definitely not the best at anything, but they do a good job with almost everything. 

"GoDaddy, in my opinion, is the best web host," Gerrid Smith, director of E-commerce of  Joy Organics , told ZDNET. "They promise a minimum of 99.9% availability. To prevent malicious activities and repel DDoS attacks, their security team works around the clock."

GoDaddy f eatures:  cPanel : Some plans |  SSL : Some plans |  SSH : Some plans |  Backups : Some plans |  Money-back guarantee : 30 days for annual plans, 48 hours for monthly plans |  Support : 24/7/365 US-based ticket and phone

Best web hosting service for simple e-commerce

• Lots of templates to choose from for beginner web designers
• Simple interface
• Website apps available with Wix support
• Monthly plans are expensive
• Can't switch templates, must start from scratch

If you've ever watched a YouTube video, you've seen a Wix ad. They are everywhere. With six million premium subscribers, they've got some momentum -- and are certainly capable of grabbing attention.

When selecting a website builder, why would you go with Wix over WordPress? The answer is simplicity. WordPress offers tremendous depth and customization options with plugins and widgets, but Wix quickly gets you up and running with an attractive site. 

There is nothing like the thousands of plugins and themes offered by WordPress in the Wix world, but if you want a well-designed site and you need an e-commerce solution, this is a great option. 

I selected this provider when I assisted someone in setting up a small online business, and the learning curve was easy, with no payment or downtime issues. However, for someone used to CMS backends, the more restrictive website builder can be somewhat frustrating.

Free versions, however, do contain Wix banners. You can start there, and if you like the system, convert to a paid plan and link up your chosen domain name. Plans begin at $17/month with a free domain name thrown in.

Wix f eatures:  cPanel : No |  SSL : Free |  SSH : No |  Backups : Site history |  Money-back guarantee : 14 days |  Support : 24/7 English call-back

What is the best web hosting service overall?

Hostinger is ZDNET's top choice because it offers excellent features at outstanding price points, with a large selection of tools to make the process easy, even for beginner webmasters. Hostinger offers plans starting at only $2.99/month suitable for most website owners. Its premium plan has everything you need: a website builder, WordPress integration, templates, emails, SEO, marketing help, and more. However, our other top picks are also worthy competitors.

Which web hosting service is right for you?

To help make the process of selecting your new web hosting provider simpler, here is a guide to making your decision less of a hassle, based on what is most important to you. 

Factors to consider when choosing a web hosting service

When selecting your new web hosting provider in 2024, there are some crucial factors you should consider:

• Reliability : We always recommend you choose a web hosting provider with a long history of stable, reliable service. After all, your website could end up being the central hub of your business for promotion and customer communication, so constant downtime can harm your reputation.
• Affordability : Your budget must be based on the purpose of your web hosting package. Whether you want a single, small slice of hosting real estate for a personal blog or you want to run a large e-commerce store, it will change how much you should expect to pay. Set a budget that you can easily afford and find the right provider to match you.
• Scalability : You need to consider what the most important functions or uses of your website will be. If you expect to grow your business over time and you expect heavy traffic, you will need to be able to scale the hosting's capabilities over time. Choose a provider with upgrade options. 
• Customer support : We find that customer support can be extremely important when you sign up for a web hosting service. Regardless of whether you are a beginner or you want to run a plethora of websites, you should choose a provider with customer support options.

How did we choose these web hosting services?

When we compiled this list, we began with web hosts ZDNET authors are personally familiar with. ZDNET does extensive testing on and research into web hosting providers, taking into consideration user reviews, competitor analysis, personal usage and experiences, and more.

Some of us have been running production websites for decades, with sites that have served millions of pages. Others have used web hosts for personal blogs, writing projects, and to help individuals launch small businesses. 

We chose these providers because we believe they offer some of the best services in the market. These are the main factors we considered:

• Features offered : Deciding on the best web hosting provider for you requires you to consider what features are a priority. We've included options for CMS implementation, e-commerce, design services, SEO services, cybersecurity functions, and more. 
• Price : Naturally, the price point is a very important factor when we choose our web hosting provider recommendations. We have included options suitable for varying budgets, all the way from personal blogs to small businesses and large enterprise setups that will need to scale.
• Stability : We have included only reputable web hosting providers that provide stable services with minimal downtime. After all, there's no point in having a speedy, responsive website if downtime is a constant problem.
• Customer experiences : If you are going to sign up for a long-term web hosting service, you need to know how the company treats and supports its customers. We have examined customer reviews and feedback.

Which web host is best for beginners?

Wix and Squarespace are the two web hosts we would recommend for beginners. With an abundance of creative templates between the two platforms, users can gain experience in web development with an attractive site. If you have experience with CMS platforms, you could look at WordPress.com.

Can you get web hosting for free?

Yes. There are many sites that allow for free hosting, but to do so, you will have a generic, branded domain. For example, if you were to have a free WordPress website, your domain would be [yourwebsitename].wordpress.com. 

Be careful, though. Many of the free offers end after a period of time and then you're stuck on a service that will likely charge you a considerable additional fee to keep using it. Or, the website host may allow you to have a free website on the condition that you allow adverts to be displayed.

Who is the largest web hosting company?

GoDaddy is one of the most popular web hosting service providers. Then, of course, there are the hosting plans from Amazon and Google, which are larger (in terms of revenue) than some countries.

What are the best WordPress hosting services?

We might as well get WordPress out of the way since if we're talking web hosts, we're going to talk WordPress. About  63% of websites  with content management systems use  the open-source WordPress CMS . 

The WordPress ecosystem is huge, and finding the right WordPress host is a challenge on its own. Beyond WordPress.com, the service offered by the creators of the CMS, there are a large number of managed hosting providers and an even larger number of hosting providers that specialize in providing a WordPress-optimized server for your website. Nearly every hosting provider will allow a WordPress install, considering its popularity.

What are the best Infrastructure-as-a-Service providers?

Our recommendations include IaaS providers you probably know intimately, such as Amazon. They are highly credible vendors who've been providing infrastructure for years.

If you're just starting, you might not want to go all-in with an IaaS provider, although they offer the most flexibility. Some, like Amazon and Digital Ocean, allow you to point-and-click configure virtual WordPress machines or almost any other open-source content management system you may want. It might be overkill for SMBs, though.

What are the best point-and-click website builders?

A website builder is a type of software that lets you craft your business website, generally without programming knowledge or experience. Many allow you to choose from templates and then modify those templates to suit your look and layout.

Nearly all web hosting providers include some kind of website-building software. But for most hosting plans, it's often an afterthought. By contrast, the website builders listed in this section are provided by web hosting services that have made point-and-click website building tools with excellent customer support and solid up-time a core priority in their offering. 

You do sacrifice some control when choosing a website builder solution, but if you've never done any web development and you want a beautiful, usable website quickly, these services are for you. One warning: There are a lot of lock-ins here. You won't be able to transfer the look of your site (and sometimes the content) to another hosting provider easily. So keep that in mind when you choose a website builder. 

Are there alternative web hosting services to consider?

There are countless web hosting providers out there and not all of them can make the list regarding our top recommendations, despite offering excellent service. Below, you will find other hosts to consider that may be more suitable for your requirements:

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Top 10 countries with the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2024; Check India’s rank

Unesco includes 1,172 world heritage sites located across 166 countries. here are the top 10 countries with the most heritage sites as of 2024. .

UNESCO World Heritage Sites: The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) is dedicated to preserving and promoting the world’s cultural and natural heritage.

Since its inception in 1945, UNESCO’s World Heritage list recognises sites that are deemed to have outstanding universal value, transcending national borders and cultural boundaries.

It has grown to encompass a diverse array of cultural and natural sites that are of exceptional value to humanity. These sites highlight the diversity and richness of cultural and natural heritage across the globe.

As of 2024, the list includes 1,172   World Heritage Sites located across 166 countries; Here are the top 10 countries with the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites, as of 2024.

1. Italy: 59

Italy holds the distinction of having the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, totalling 59 as of 2024. Italy’s UNESCO journey began in 1979 with its first site, the Rock Drawings in Valcamonica, and saw a significant rise in UNESCO recognitions during the 1990s, adding 25 sites, including a notable 10 in 1997. From the iconic architectural wonders of Rome, Florence, and Venice to the breathtaking natural landscapes of the Amalfi Coast and the Dolomites, each site has a unique story, from ancient Roman ruins to the artistic marvels of the Renaissance era

2. China: 57

China, coming in second with 57 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, closely follows Italy in the rankings. China became a member of the World Heritage Convention in 1985. With its impressive tally of 57 sites, among the notable attractions are the iconic Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, the Terracotta Army, Jiuzhaigou Valley, Mount Huangshan, and more.

3. Germany: 52

Germany has the third highest number of World Heritage Sites, with 52 sites, including 48 cultural sites and 3 natural sites. Notable landmarks include the Cologne Cathedral and Berlin’s Museum Island. Germany’s commitment to preserving cultural history and natural landscapes is exemplified by natural sites like the Wadden Sea and ancient beech forests.

4. France: 52

France, with 52 World Heritage Sites, is on par with Germany, renowned for its cultural significance and natural beauty, including the Eiffel Tower, Mont-Saint-Michel, and the Palace and Park of Versailles, celebrating its historical depth, architectural innovation, and influential art and culture that have shaped the Western world.

5. Spain: 50

Spain, with 50 World Heritage Sites and 50 UNESCO sites, showcases its diverse cultural heritage influenced by various civilisations, including the Romans and Moors. Famous sites include the Alhambra in Granada, the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, and the historic city of Toledo.

6. India: 42

India has 42 World Heritage Sites as of 2023 – 34 cultural, 7 natural, and 1 mixed. India ratified the convention in 1977. It has the sixth-highest number of sites globally. India, with 42 sites, offers a remarkable variety of cultural and natural treasures. From the architectural grandeur of the Taj Mahal and the temples of Khajuraho to the natural wonders of the Western Ghats and Sundarbans, these sites highlight the rich cultural, spiritual, and natural heritage of the subcontinent.

7. Mexico: 35

Mexico has 35 World Heritage Sites, including 27 cultural, 6 natural, and 2 mixed sites, ratified in 1984. These sites showcase Mexico’s rich history, biodiversity, and cultural traditions, including ancient pre-Hispanic cities like Teotihuacan and natural reserves like the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve.

8. United Kingdom: 33

The UK has 33 World Heritage Sites, including 18 in England, 5 in Scotland, 4 in Wales, and 1 in Northern Ireland, Bermuda, Gibraltar, the Pitcairn Islands, and Saint Helena. It also has 33 UNESCO sites, including historical sites like Stonehenge and the Tower of London and natural sites like the Giant’s Causeway and Lake District.

9. Russia: 31

Russia has 31 World Heritage Sites, including St. Petersburg, Moscow, and Kizhi Pogost, which showcase its rich historical narrative and diverse landscapes. The first five were added in 1990, during the Soviet Union. These sites showcase cultural and natural landmarks like Saint Petersburg’s historic centre, Moscow’s Kremlin and Red Square, and Kamchatka volcanoes.

10. Iran: 27

Iran has 27 World Heritage Sites, including Persepolis and Isfahan, added in 1979. Iran ratified the UNESCO convention in 1975, reflecting its ancient civilisations and cultural contributions. Sites like Persepolis, Persian Garden, and Tabriz bazaar offer insights into the country’s historical depth and architectural achievements, influencing art and culture in the Middle East.

In essence, the mission of the UNESCO World Heritage program is to identify, protect, and promote cultural and natural sites of exceptional value to humanity, fostering international cooperation to preserve these places for current and future generations.

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Olivia and liam reign supreme — 2023 most popular baby names.

May 10, 2024 • By Dawn Bystry, Associate Commissioner, Office of Strategic and Digital Communications

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Olivia and Liam are once again America’s most popular baby names, with 2023 being the fifth consecutive year that parents have chosen the monikers for their little ones.  Also, for the fifth consecutive year, Noah took the second slot for boys, and Emma for girls.  Only one new name appeared in the Top 10 lists this year, with Mateo joining the boys for the first time.

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Every year, Social Security celebrates Mother’s Day by announcing the 1000 most popular baby names. You can view the full list at www.ssa.gov/babynames , and see how popular your name was the year you were born and where it’s ranked now.

“Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms in our lives. Your love, strength, and selflessness motivate us all, and we thank you for everything you do,” said Social Security Commissioner Martin O’Malley. “Know that Social Security is here to help you continue to provide for your families – by securing a Social Security number for your child, filing for benefits for yourself or your family members, and so much more. We will never stop working for you.”

Social Security’s programs are particularly important for women, who made up 55 percent of adult Social Security beneficiaries in 2023. Women typically have longer life expectancies than men and earn less income over their lifetime due to the combined impact of the gender wage gap, caregiving responsibilities, overrepresentation in low-paid jobs, and more. Social Security also provides critical benefits to 2.6 million children, including nearly one million low-income children with disabilities who receive Supplemental Security Income benefits. People can visit www.ssa.gov to learn more about how Social Security’s expanded digital services make it easier than ever for women and children to access critical benefits and services.

What’s in a Name?

Parents apply for their child’s Social Security card when they are born, making the agency America’s top source for baby names. The agency began compiling the baby names list in 1997, with names dating back to 1880. Each year, the list reveals the effect of pop culture on naming trends.

It’s clear that social media stars had a major influence on new parents in 2023. The fastest rising girl’s name, Kaeli, went viral in 2023, rising a whopping 1,692 spots. Parents must have really smashed the ‘like’ button for YouTube and TikTok star Kaeli McEwen (also known as Kaile Mae), who routinely promotes a clean, tidy, and neutral-aesthetic lifestyle. On the boy’s side, trending in third place as the boy’s fastest riser, is Eiden – perhaps it was TikTok creator Wyatt Eiden’s 1.6 billion views and over 3 million followers that prompted this name’s meteoric rise.

Powerful names also proved very attractive to parents in 2023. Emryn made her debut in the Top 1000 baby names after moving up 1,287 spots – Ryn translates to “ruler,” so it is no shock to see Emryn becoming a leader amongst the girls. Meanwhile Chozen, the second fastest rising boy’s name, fought up to number 813 in 2023.  The character Chozen becomes a hero in the latest season of the hit Netflix show, Cobra Kai – wax on, wax off!

Here are the top five fastest rising boys’ and girls’ names in 2023:

Please visit www.ssa.gov/babynames to view the entire list and see where your name ranks now and over the past 100 years.

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