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How to Get a Free Domain as a Student
Students can get a free custom domain through the GitHub Student Developer Pack. Namecheap offers a free .me domain for 1 year and a free SSL certificate to verified students.
Eligibility
- ✓GitHub Student Developer Pack membership
- ✓Verified student via GitHub Education
- ✓Namecheap account
- ✓Domain available (first-come, first-served)
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1
Go to education.github.com
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Verify your student status with .edu email
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Get instant access to all partner offers
FAQ
What free domains can students get?
Through the GitHub Student Developer Pack: Namecheap offers a free .me domain + SSL for 1 year. Students also get a free .tech domain via get.tech and .co domain via Heroku/GitHub.
What happens after the first free year?
After the free year, you can renew at standard pricing (typically $8-15/year for .me domains). You can also transfer to another registrar before renewal.
Can I use the free domain with Vercel or Netlify?
Yes — custom domains work with any hosting platform. Add a CNAME or A record pointing to your Vercel/Netlify/GitHub Pages deployment for free HTTPS hosting.
Do I need a credit card for the free domain?
No. The Namecheap student domain is completely free with no credit card required. You just need to authenticate via the GitHub Student Developer Pack.
Can I get a free .com domain as a student?
Not through the GitHub Pack. .com domains aren't included, but .me, .tech, and .co are available free. These are great for portfolios (yourname.me) and projects.