Many business owners and professionals in Brazil are struggling to maintain their businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic due to the challenges posed by social isolation.
Some hosting companies have initiated campaigns to assist small and medium-sized businesses in the process of reimagining themselves. They offer content sharing, mentoring, business promotion, and free online tools to establish a digital presence.
If you require assistance in promoting your business or enhancing your online visibility, here are some available options. Additionally, there are opportunities for individuals looking to make a contribution. Check out our article featuring 17 complimentary tools for building your website. 🙂
GoDaddy’s Open We Stand Campaign
GoDaddy initiated the worldwide #OpenWeStand campaign to assist small businesses. The effort can be accessed at br.godaddy.com/open-we-stand and includes support resources, disclosure kit, and special deals.
Free Websites + Marketing
Anyone seeking to build a business website without incurring expenses can utilize GoDaddy’s website creator at no cost for as long as necessary by visiting the designated campaign page.
The tool is user-friendly and the basic version enables users to design an attractive and practical website. Upgrading to a paid plan offers additional features like linking a custom domain. GoDaddy website creator is among the top choices in our website creator rankings.
Marketing Tools available at no cost for a period of three months.
GoDaddy offers a free email marketing tool for three months, allowing users to easily create customized campaigns and send them to subscribers. Additionally, users can update customers through Facebook and Google My Business directly from the platform.
After the trial period ends, the plan will be automatically terminated or can be subscribed to for R$ 39.99 per month. Activation of the tool can be done on the campaign page provided.
Social Media Design (get a 3-month free trial)
Over is the third free tool from GoDaddy that is centered on social media design. Users get a complimentary three-month premium subscription that offers access to a wide range of design resources and templates for social media posts.
The deal can be accessed through this GoDaddy webpage. To take advantage of it, you must register for an Over account by clicking on the link. Over, a startup that was purchased by GoDaddy according to TechCrunch, can be used on both Android and iOS devices.
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#KingHost’s #DistantButTogether
The #distantesmasjuntos initiative, launched by KingHost, is a collaborative effort aimed at providing assistance to those in need and welcoming individuals who wish to offer help. The campaign’s website (distantesmasjuntos.com.br) offers various functionalities.
- Lists of tools for remote work (including free options).
- Telegram group and mentoring for volunteers.
- Directory containing more than 1400 local businesses that you can support by either hiring them or sharing their contact information. Business owners have the option to register their business for free.
- Access the SEO tool Right for 60 days at no cost.
- The website creator can be used for free for a period of 60 days.
SEO tool Right is offering a 60-day free trial.
For a website to rank well on search engines like Google, it needs to be optimized, a process known as SEO.
There are multiple methods to enhance a website using SEO, including different tools to assist in this process. One such tool is Right SEO, provided by KingHost, which is currently available for free during a 60-day trial period starting from the activation date.
SEO Right provides a range of resources such as thorough website analysis, mobile assessment, competitor tracking, and SEO suggestions.
The SEO Certo II free plan is recommended for website owners and provides a thorough analysis of the site’s search performance along with a personalized strategy.
The service can be used for free for 60 days if activated by 05/27, without the need to provide credit card information. Just visit the KingHost page and complete the registration process.
View all the plan’s characteristics in the table provided.
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Website Creator II (60 days free trial)
KingHost has introduced a new website creation service that is available for free for 60 days after activation. The offer is valid until 30/06/2020 and can be accessed on the KingHost website.
KingHost website creator II provides 5 GB of website storage and a user-friendly editing interface. The site templates are responsive, compatible with computers, tablets, and mobile phones, and offer features such as forms, scheduling, maps, and blogs. Additionally, the package includes an SSL Let’s Encrypt certificate for enhanced site security and improved search engine ranking. To learn more, check out our article on SSL Certificates and why your website should have one.
If you are in search of a website building tool and do not have a site yet, you can now test the KingHost website creator for free. If you find it suitable, you can renew the plan after the trial period without needing to provide any credit card information. 😊
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Locaweb’s Digital Together Initiative
Locaweb has introduced a program called #TogetherNoDigital to aid entrepreneurs, offering resources such as content, mentorship, partnerships, and support for social projects. The initiative can be accessed on the website togethernodigital.com.br.
Locaweb is not providing discounts or freebies on their products right now, but they are supporting social projects that should be highlighted. Learn about Locaweb’s current initiatives.
Locaweb Mentoring
Locaweb’s mentorship program is conducted by the company’s experts who provide guidance in areas like planning, entrepreneurship, marketing, legal, and financial matters. To join, you need to book a mentorship session through this link.
Social initiatives backed by Locaweb
The company also supports and promotes social projects that assist those in need. Locaweb backs Protecting Angels, which provides aprons for hospitals, and the Institute Rescuing Lives, a part of the Network Generating Falcons, which supports NGOs in marginalized areas.
ComSchool offers free courses.
Locaweb, in partnership with ComSchool, provides complimentary digital marketing and e-commerce classes on the school’s platform. To access and enroll, visit the dedicated partnership page (note: the page is now unavailable).
Online Tool for Managing Services (2 months free offer)
Locaweb has teamed up with Desk360 to provide a two-month complimentary access to their customer service management tool, which enables users to consolidate email, contact form, and customer interactions via an exclusive chat panel and self-service center. Registration for Desk360 activation should be completed on this page.
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Companies have introduced various programs to support entrepreneurs and professionals during the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. Additionally, several companies provide free online tools for establishing a digital presence, such as Google Sites, Wix, and Zoho Mail, among others.
Check out the Create Free Website articles for information on various free tools, including ways to set up a professional email for free in Zoho Mail, some of which support custom domains.
I want to wish you success with your online project and let you know that we are available to assist you with anything you may need. 🙂
Publication date: 20/05/2020 (revised on 05/05/2021)
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